This is a Permanent Full Time or Fixed Term Full Time appointment; casual and part time appointments will be considered.

WACHS is seeking dedicated and skilled Medical Imaging Technologist’s to join our dedicated healthcare team in Carnarvon.  As a key member of our department, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality diagnostic services while ensuring the utmost care for our patients. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals committed to excellence in medical imaging. Our radiography department is equipped with a Modern Siemens Go-Top CT and Shimadzu DR general room.

Carnarvon, WA, is a coastal town about 900 km north of Perth, nestled between the Indian Ocean and the Gascoyne River. Known as the food bowl of Western Australia for its tropical produce like bananas and mangoes. The town has a semi-arid climate, with warm winters and hot summers. Carnarvon is rich in Indigenous and maritime history, with attractions like the Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum.

Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Quobba Station, famous for its rugged coastline and blowholes, or venture inland to the Kennedy Range National Park for hiking and camping. The Coral Coast location also makes Carnarvon a gateway to Ningaloo Reef and nearby marine adventures. Carnarvon does offer world class surf at Redbluff and Tombstones -3 mile (just 2 hours away). And great fishing, Kite surfing and spearfishing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret radiological requests and perform procedures in alignment with the ALARA principle and relevant legislation.
• Supervise fluoroscopy procedures conducted by licensed medical practitioners and assist radiologists during special procedures as needed.
• Maintain patient privacy, safety, and welfare throughout all examinations.
• Participate in the maintenance and quality assurance of imaging equipment, identifying and reporting any faults.
• Engage in continuous professional development to uphold registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.
• Support the supervision and development of students and other staff as per senior staff direction.

Ideal Candidate:

• Must hold a tertiary qualification in Medical Imaging and is eligible for registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.
• Demonstrates a strong knowledge of radiographic principles and can adapt techniques to match various clinical situations, including trauma.
• Is highly aware of the importance of patient welfare, safety, and radiation protection procedures.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels.
• Can work autonomously while also being a collaborative team player.
• Has a proven ability to identify and diagnose simple imaging equipment issues.

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 

For Further Job-Related Information: We encourage you to contact Luke Dewar on 08 9941 0420.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

• International applicants with or eligible for registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia and licensing with the Radiological Council of WA are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in your medical imaging career, Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.

• Apply online via the ‘apply for job’ button below.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Why work for us: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

• Location based allowances (If Applicable) including:

• • additional North West paid leave
  • District Allowance - regional specific
  • Annual travel subsidy (ALTC)
  • Air-conditioning subsidy allowance.
• Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
• Generous salary packaging benefits:
• • Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses
  • Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
  • Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses.
• Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
• Professional Development opportunities 
• Continuous learning opportunities
• 12% Superannuation Guarantee
• WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate. 
• As a WA Country Health Service employee, you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.

The following penalty rates are also applicable for Carnarvon Imaging department.

No shift work is required in this Carnarvon role and only on call every second week. Your initial call is paid pro rata or up till your next call within 3 hours . Then your second call is double time.

Penalty rates

• Double time – Sunday rate, missed 10-hour break and Majority of Saturday shifts
• 1.5 times between 0800-1200 on Saturdays
• Double time and a half – Public Holidays
• Afternoon shift – 15% Loading

On Call

• Hourly allowance of $8.36 per hour
• 3 hours of pay for recall paid at the penalty for the time period (usually double time)
• If recalled twice within 3 hours, 3 hours restarts from recall time.

Allowances - MITs employed at Carnarvon Hospital routinely receive:

• Lead gown allowance
• District Allowance
• Professional Development allowance

Leave - On top of standard leave entitlements MITs at Carnarvon are eligible for:

• Professional development leave
• Additional leave for shift workers

About Us
The WA Country Health Service’s core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to people from large regional centres to those in small remote communities.

Our vision is to be global leader in rural and remote healthcare.

Our values of Community, Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity shape who we are, how we behave, how we interact with each other, how we make decisions and how we provide care to our patients.

About the REGION
WA Country Health Service - Midwest

Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.

This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).  Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.  Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.