Radiographer / Sonographer - Incentives Offered Hunter New England Local Health District – Tamworth NSW It's a great time to join Hunter New England Local Health District. Apply now for one of our eligible regional and rural positions. You could benefit under the NSW Health Rural Workforce Incentive Scheme! Remuneration: $130,817.71 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging + rural incentivesEmployment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Radiographer Level 3 Grade 3Location: Tamworth HospitalHours Per Week: 35Requisition ID: REQ521744Applications Close: Sunday 20th October 2024 - applications are reviewed regularly and you may be contacted prior to this date. About the role: This exciting role will see you experience a dynamic patient load, where you will scan for 8 to 9 days a fortnight and spend the remainder providing radiography services. The examination type is very wide and always interesting! You will work closely with the Emergency Department with a varied caseload. To aid your success in this role, you will receive support and required training from our existing staff, as well as in-house education and course attendance where appropriate. You will also play a vital part in training student sonographers. On-call duty is shared between all sonographers and includes weekends currently provided on a call back basis. Where you'll be working: Tamworth is a modern, progressive city set in a picturesque backdrop of tree-covered mountains. Renowned for its diversity and experiences, Tamworth proves that a rural lifestyle can be complemented by a thriving city experience. Make life-long friends and embrace the incredible lifestyle that Tamworth has to offer! The Tamworth Hospital Medical Imaging department consists of 28 radiographers (5 of which are also sonographers), 10 nurses, and 10 administration staff, with the ultrasound section having up to four other sonographers on duty. All sonographers spend part of their week performing radiography as part of injury management. The department boasts modern, state-of-the-art equipment. Our team are friendly, sociable, and quality-focused, and we are eager to welcome you! About you: We are looking for a team player who is patient-focused and has a willingness to improve their skills and educate others. We will provide upskilling and education for the right candidate for any areas where their skills are incomplete. Requirements: Degree in Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography) or equivalent. Eligible for registration with Australian Health Professionals Registration Authority (AHPRA), hold/current NSW EPA Radiation licence, and ASAR accreditation. Postgraduate qualification in Medical Sonography and registration with the Australian Sonographers Accreditation Registry (ASAR). Participate in the Rosters, overtime, and on-call duties as required by the site, and which may change from time to time. Additional information: To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position. An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part-time and temporary full or part-time vacancies. This position is full-time; however, part-time arrangements will be considered. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants. Need more information? For role-related queries or questions contact Adrian Snowden on ****** Information for Applicants: Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr