• Job Description

  Req#: 267019
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
  Position Classification: Radiographer Level 4 Grade 2
  Remuneration: $76.19 - $78.06 per hour plus superannuation
  Hours Per Week: 14
  Requisition ID: REQ519889
  Applications Close: Sunday, 6 October 2024
  
  Deputy Chief Radiographer - Sydney Hospital and Sydney Eye Hospital
  
  
  
  Come Work With Us!
  
  
  A two day a week permanent Deputy Chief radiographer (Level 4.2) role is available at Sydney/Sydney Eye Hospital - Australia’s first hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your management skills and work with a dedicated specialised team of Radiographers.
  
  
  Where You'll Be Working:
  Sydney/Sydney Eye Hospital is located in the heart of Sydney's central business district and is next door to the Domain. It's well serviced by public transport including the new Metro, close to many fine cafes and food outlets.
  
  
  What You'll Be Doing:
  Sydney/Sydney Eye Hospital (SSEH) is a tertiary referral hospital for specialist hand surgery and a quaternary referral unit for eye diseases. SSEH Radiology provides the following services: Emergency and general X-ray, Mobile X-Ray, Theatre Radiography, Computed Tomography (CT) and Ultrasound. Radiographers are responsible for provision of quality diagnostic radiography services for all patients of Sydney/Sydney Eye Hospital.
  
  As deputy chief you will be responsible for service improvement, business development rostering and quality assurance:
  • To coordinate the Radiographers and Sonographers involved in provision of the Medical Imaging service at SSEH & WMH in consultation with Chief Radiographer.
  • To perform medical imaging procedures and be responsible for the production and accurate archiving of diagnostic images under the direction of Chief Radiographer.
  • To ensure the safety of patients and provide high quality patient care.
  • To work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a 24/7 rotating roster with strong and effective communication skills.
  • To work with independent initiative, undertake continuing professional development and maintain competency in all clinical tasks.
  • Deputise the Chief Radiographer in the department operation and planning and ensure client focus service provision.
  • Assist the Chief radiographer to manage work practice change with respect to the new technology and clinical practice, and District/hospital directives and polices.
  • Flexible to work across multiple sites as directed by the chief radiographer.
    
    
  Benefits:
  • Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
  • Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!
  • Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
  • Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
  • Discounted Private Health Insurance.
  • Inner city location with direct access to eastern suburbs beaches, restaurants and transport links that are right at the front door.
    
    
  Selection Criteria:
  1. Hold a degree in Medical Radiation Science or equivalent qualification.
  2. Hold a NSW EPA Radiation Licence to operate radiation apparatus and registration as a Medical Radiation Practitioner with Australian Health Professionals Registration Authority (AHPRA)
  3. Demonstrate ability to supervise radiographic staff and manage resources allocation to ensure efficient and effective clinical service delivery and compliance with Department policies and procedures.
  4. Demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of Hospital and Medicare Accreditation.
  5. Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills, interaction skills.
  6. Demonstrate effective use of Health Roster and other relevant management systems.
  7. Demonstrate a high level of initiative, analytical and in problem solving skills.
  8. Demonstrate experience in participation, development and implementation of CT scanning protocols and training programs.
     
     
  Need more information?
  1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
  For role related queries or questions contact Darryl Heaney on Darryl.Heaney@health.nsw.gov.au
  
  Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
  
  SESLHD values a diverse workforce. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging strategy here.
  
  Reasonable Adjustments:
  NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-POWH-SSEH@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.
  Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
  
  Information For Applicants:
  • An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.
  • Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
  • Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
  • Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
  • SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

• About the company

  The New South Wales Ministry of Health, branded NSW Health, is a ministerial department of the New South Wales Government.

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