The Role:
The Tasmanian Health Service is seeking a Chief Radiation Therapist/Manager to lead the dedicated team at the WP Holman Clinic, Hobart. The Chief Radiation Therapist/Manager provides high level leadership and effective management of the radiation therapy staff and clinical services in the department. In this role you will oversee daily operations, resource management and quality assurance processes to foster a person-centred approach. Your expertise will be central in designing and implementing services that directly impact treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction. As a key member of the WP Holman Clinic leadership team, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of the service.
The Team:
The WP Holman Clinic provides radiation therapy services to Southern Tasmanian patients and specialist cranial stereotactic radiation therapy for patients across Tasmania. The centre has Varian Truebeam linear accelerators, a Canon CT simulator, Eclipse planning system, Gulmay Superficial unit and ARIA oncology information system. The multidisciplinary team includes radiation oncologists, radiation therapists, medical physicists, nursing, administrative and allied health staff.
Why Tasmania?
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a wonderful lifestyle. Hobart has become a cultural centre, with year-round art and music events and restaurants serving gourmet local produce. Excellent educational opportunities and easy access to outdoor pursuits make this the perfect place to raise a family. Enjoy a more community-orientated lifestyle while remaining only a short flight from the busy mainland.
Experience beautiful beaches and pristine alpine regions where you can enjoy a vast variety of sports and outdoor activities to suit everyone on the doorstep of a bustling capital city while enjoying the advantages of a short commute and excellent work-life balance. You will be joining a diverse team of passionate locals and new Tasmanians who will welcome your energy and experiences into the group dynamic.
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker (with on-call), working up to 76 hours per fortnight commencing as soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $169,240 to $179,116 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Radiation Therapist Level 5
Allowances:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
- A market allowance of 10% is approved until 30 June 2025, this allowance will be reviewed prior to expiry.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees.
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
- Registered with Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.
*Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered.
Position Features:
Some intrastate travel may be required.
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
514308 Chief Radiation Therapist - Manager RT5 (Oct 2024) CSU.docx
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Marketa Skala
Position: Visiting Medical Specialist (Radiation Oncology)
Phone number: (03) 6166 8000
Email address: marketa.skala@ths.tas.gov.au
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