Breast Imaging Radiographer

Breast Screen Queensland are currently seeking a Breast Imaging Radiographer to join their team on a fixed term temporary full-time basis up to 27/03/2022.

About your opportunity

You will perform consistently high-quality mammograms, regularly participate in assessment and diagnostic clinics and provide support, advice and a high standard of care to clients in the BreastScreen Queensland Townsville Service.

Role requirements:

• A tertiary qualification establishing eligibility for Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

• Possession of a Use Licence or be eligible for a Use Licence under the Radiation Safety Act 1999.

• Possession of a Certificate of Mammographic Practice (CMP) issued by the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (ASMIRT) or equivalent, or the ability to attain one within twelve months of commencing employment.

• Hold a Statement of Registration with the Australian Sonographers Accreditation Register (ASAR) if utilising ultrasound skills.

• Staff are expected to work various shifts including some Saturday mornings at the static clinic and on the mobile unit across the BreastScreen Queensland Townsville Service catchment area. This includes Townsville, North West and Mackay Hospital and Health Services.

Generous remuneration package value up to $113,263 p.a. comprising salary range of $2588.80 to $3805.00 p.f. (HP3), 17.5% leave loading, 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation. Other employment benefits may include: professional development, salary sacrificing options, shift and locality allowances, corporate discounts, wellness programs and the Employee Assistance Program.

Why make the change?

Our gorgeous weather promotes an outdoor lifestyle as the sun shines nearly all year round (320+ days/year). Enjoy the benefits of urban living without being trapped in a commuter nightmare of metropolitan traffic. Appreciate the country town `feel’ and change your pace as you absorb the local tropical/coastal flow.

Living in Townsville, the largest regional centre in the North.

The city heart provides opportunity for boutique shopping, fine dining experiences, cultural events and a bustling nightlife. The Strand is Townsville’s waterfront esplanade; take a stroll along the picturesque paths, do some shopping or attend the night markets, be spoilt for choice with alfresco dining options, sit and relax while the kids play at the water park or one of the family fun areas. Picnic and BBQ facilities are available, as well as gym equipment (including a rock climbing wall) and amenities. Swim in the man-made rockpool or the lifeguard monitored beaches. All with magnificent views of the jewel in Townsville’s crown, Magnetic Island. A short, scenic ferry ride will get you there.

Enquiries: Elizabeth Phillips 07 4433 3310

Job reference: TV381805

Application Details:    https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV381805

Closing Date: Sunday 22 August 2021