Medical Imaging Technologist/Radiographer - Perth Children's Hospital

Medical Imaging Technologist/Radiographer - Perth Children's Hospital Location: Perth Children's Hospital, Nedlands Unit/Division: Perth Children's Hospital > Medical Imaging Work Type: Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

• Gain hands-on skills, and advance your technical expertise in image acquisition within our world-class facilities.
• Join a leading team renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation across our statewide service.

Please note - the closing date to submit applications has been extended. About the Position We are seeking Medical Imaging Technologists to join our team with varied training pathways available to broaden your technical expertise. In this role, you will develop the skills to interpret radiological requests and provide diagnostic images, following the ALARA principle, and ensuring the highest standard of patient care. You will learn from Radiologists within Medical Imaging and other health professionals, developing the knowledge required to conduct procedures, maintain equipment, and manage confidential patient records. Working with children is unique! You will gain broad exposure according to the age and size of our young patients - from newborns through to adolescents. You will also develop highly valued soft skills, such as communication, empathy, and the ability to adapt to meet the diverse needs of children, and minimise anxiety and pain they may experience, and advocate for patient needs, promoting understanding and confidence. If you are a professional and passionate about working with children, then we would love to hear from you! Applicants should be fully qualified with a Tertiary Qualification in Medical Imaging and registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia and licensing with the Radiological Council of WA by the start of employment. Why Join Us?

• Rigorous training is provided with a focus on the highest quality methods.
• Learn alongside our skilled team! You will commence with general x-ray, including emergency department services, mobile/portable x-ray, fluoroscopy, theatre bone density, and dental x-ray.
• You will gain exposure to a broad array of modalities over time - our Department conducts CT scans, angiography including interventional and cardiac, MRI, and PACS/RIS.
• Our team also provide imaging services to newborns including premature babies, at our satellite women’s and newborns campus at King Edward Memorial Hospital.

About the Team Based at Perth Children’s Hospital, Western Australia’s only acute tertiary paediatric centre, our dedicated Medical Imaging team provide a comprehensive range of diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology services to children aged 0-16 years, including inpatients, outpatients, and the Emergency Department. As a team, we provide a wide variety of imaging within the subspecialties of interventional radiology, neuroradiology, paediatric cardiac catheterisations and other medical imaging modalities such as general x-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy. Our focus is directed towards achieving the highest quality imaging studies with a compassionate, child-friendly focus. The department is equipped with highly specialised facilities and equipment designed to create a safe and comfortable environment for infants, children, and their families. Part of our dedication to excellence, is benchmarking our services via collaboration with other children's hospitals and actively participating in research initiatives. We provide support for research projects and contribute to the advancement of procedures through partnerships with universities and paediatric specialist foundations. How to Apply We welcome your application via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page. Your application should contain the following:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria in 2-3 pages.
• A current resume which summarises your experience, qualifications and how you can meet the position requirements.
• Please provide the name, email, and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a reference. Referees should include at least one individual who has been or is your direct Line Manager/Supervisor.

Role related questions: We encourage you to contact Drew Williams (Deputy Chief MIT) on 0424 505 127 or with any specific questions related to this role. Help in submitting your application: If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form. 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). 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. About CAHS The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children, and young people. CAHS comprises four service areas: Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), and Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH). With over 6500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area. For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS, please click here and for further information regarding CAHS’ services, please click here. CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities , CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence, and Accountability. During the selection process, you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert. WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START) service via email: Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. #J-18808-Ljbffr