Magnetic Resonance Technologist (MRT) - Grade 2 Fixed-Term Job posted: 20/12/2024
Organisation: The Royal Children's Hospital
Occupation: Medical and Nursing
Reference: 12768
About the Role: This is a Full Time Fixed Term position from 3 March 2025 to cover parental leave for 12 months within the Medical Imaging Department. As part of the Division of Surgery, this position exists to provide a quality imaging service to patients and referrers. As a Grade 2 MRI Technologist (MRT), the required role includes performing paediatric MRI and expanding and improving current skills.
It is expected that the Grade 2 MRT learns and applies specialist skills in paediatric MRI. An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic, forward-thinking, qualified Medical Imaging Technologist to join the team at the RCH. The successful candidate will be expected to perform in a Grade 2 capacity as per the attached position description, will ideally have Level 1 MRI accreditation (ASMIRT), and have formal or be working towards Post Graduate MRI qualifications. Previous paediatric experience in MRI would be highly desired but not essential. Our aim is to develop and nurture an expert paediatric imaging team.
The Royal Children's Hospital, together with the Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI), has Siemens Sola 1.5T and 3T Trio units in a purpose-built MRI clinical and research facility. In the operating theatre suite, there is an IMRIS Verio. A Siemens MR/PET is part of the suite of equipment, making the RCH a state-of-the-art MRI facility. The position requires participation in the weekend and after-hours rosters as well as some on-call after a suitable training period.
Your skills and experience: Diploma or degree in Applied Science/Diagnostic Radiography as outlined for eligibility for membership of ASMIRT. Demonstration of appropriate experience within the Medical Imaging field. Current membership of AHPRA. If this sounds like you, click here to view the position description.
What we offer: Salary Packaging – Increase your take-home pay! Parkville location and close to public transport. Other requirements: Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain. Valid Working with Children Check. Compliance with RCH's "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedure. Application process: To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately; we encourage you to apply promptly!
For more information about this position please contact Michael Kean, MIT in Charge of MRI on 9345 4305.
Why work at the RCH? RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.
We also offer discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.
The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members of the LGBTQI community, and people with disabilities. It is a requirement of your employment that you be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children's Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement; it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record, and hold vaccination information.
It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children's Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemption.
Are you ready to join our team? Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button.
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