#527402 Radiation Therapist

Department of Radiation Oncology

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Temporary Full-Time

• Temporary Full-Time (35 hours per week)
• Salary Classification: Radiation Therapist Level 2, Year 1 - 5
• Remuneration: $40.23 - $55.42 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options + RDO's 

THE ROLE:

A great opportunity for a Level 2 Radiation Therapist to temporarily join our team at Calvary Mater Newcastle, Department of Radiation Oncology with a 6-month temporary full-time contract, with scope for potential contract extension. The successful applicant will be involved in delivery of patient care and work in a multidisciplinary team environment. 

DUTIES:

• Simulation, planning and treatment delivery for patients undergoing radiation therapy
• Explaining procedures to patients, their family and carers and demonstrating sensitivity to patients’ emotional as well as physical needs
• Function effectively as a member of the multidisciplinary team

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ABOUT YOU:

• Holds the tertiary qualifications, AHPRA registration and EPA licence necessary to practice Radiation Therapy in NSW.
• Demonstrated experience in all aspects of radiation therapy.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service, patient safety and quality improvement.

For further information please contact Janine Downie, Chief Radiation Therapist on email: Janine.Downie@calvarymater.org.au and phone: 02 4014 3626 

WHY JOIN US?

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Fitness Passport. 
• Gender Neutral parental leave
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %
• Superannuation contributions at 11%
• 9 Day fortnight (for full-time employees)
• Novated leasing available for eligible employees
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check and WWCC checks to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.