Who are we?
The Department of Health is an innovative and dynamic organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the Tasmanian community. We are committed to delivering high‑quality healthcare and services across the state.
Who are we looking for?
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Diagnostic Radiographers/Mammographers to be considered for fixed‑term full‑time, part‑time or casual Specialist Radiographer opportunities with BreastScreen Tasmania.
Successful applicants may be offered appointments of up to 12 months, with hours subject to clinical service needs and individual availability. Appointments may be across one or more BreastScreen Tasmania locations.
About the role
In this role, you will:
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver screening mammography, diagnostic imaging and further assessment imaging as required across BreastScreen Tasmania screening unit sites.
- Have the opportunity to take a leading role in supervising and supporting less experienced staff.
- Perform duties in accordance with the BreastScreen Australia Program, ensuring professional and clinical standards are maintained at all times.
A Certificate of Clinical Proficiency in Mammography (CCPM) will be highly regarded but is not essential. Breast ultrasound skills will be viewed favourably.
Why join our employment register?
By joining the BreastScreen Tasmania employment register, you will:
- Be considered for a variety of roles as they become available
- Gain experience across multiple services and locations
- Access flexible employment options
- Contribute to impactful, person‑centred healthcare delivery
This register will remain open until 30 June 2028 and will be reviewed regularly.
Please note that inclusion on this register does not preclude other positions being advertised separately if required.
To view current vacancies, visit: https://www.jobs.tas.gov.au/agency/department_of_health
Salary: $117,272 - $126,182 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2025
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
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Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia
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Registered with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia
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Licensed to practice under Tasmanian Radiation Protection Act 2005 and the Radiation Protection Regulations 2016
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of 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:
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.
Contacts
Further information please contact the following representative:
Lyn Gibson
State Manager, BreastScreen Clinical Services
(03) 6216 2790
Lyn.gibson@ths.tas.gov.au
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Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.