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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Medical Imaging

• Salary: RN/M3 - $125,183.00 - $130,779.00 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide SA, 5000
• Full Time, Contracted Role up to 15 Jan 2027

About the role

As the Nuclear Medicine Nurse Consultant, you will provide advanced clinical nursing expertise within the specialised field of Nuclear Medicine. Working both autonomously and as a collaborative member of the SA Medical Imaging team, you will partner closely with Nuclear Medicine Medical Officers, Technologists, and Administrative staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care. Your role will encompass providing expert clinical leadership, consultancy, and support to both inpatient and outpatient services, primarily at the Royal Adelaide Hospital (RAH), as well as extending your leadership to other SAMI sites as required.

You will be accountable for maintaining excellence in nursing practice, overseeing the outcomes of nursing care for your patient group, and ensuring professional standards are met across the service. Your responsibilities will also include offering expert advice, delegating care appropriately, and addressing any inconsistencies between clinical practice and policy. Your commitment to leadership, continuous improvement, and multidisciplinary collaboration will be pivotal in achieving optimal outcomes for patients and supporting the ongoing development of nursing within Nuclear Medicine.

About You

You are a registered nurse with advanced clinical expertise and proven leadership skills, ready to lead and support high-quality nursing practice in Nuclear Medicine.

• Qualifications & Registration
  Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, holding or eligible to hold a current practising certificate.

• Leadership & Teamwork
  Effective leadership skills, advanced communication, problem-solving, and negotiation abilities, with experience supervising and developing staff in multidisciplinary teams.

• Experience & Change Management
  At least three years of post-registration nursing experience, previous experience as a Nurse Consultant, and demonstrated ability to lead change and promote consumer engagement.

• Professional Knowledge & Innovation
  Comprehensive understanding of nursing legislation, standards, and best practice, with up-to-date knowledge of Nuclear Medicine, its clinical applications, and quality and safety standards.

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Attractive salary packaging available
• Strong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South Australians
• Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. 

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position. 

Job ref: 908453

Enquiries to:

Susan Waters

Telephone: 7117 2153

Email: Susan.Waters@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 15^th August 2025

Attachments

 908453 - Nuclear Medicine Nurse Consultant.pdf

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