Radiotherapy Careers
Radiotherapy Careers - Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
| Who are we, where we are and what makes us different? | ||||
| Peter Mac is the only specialist cancer centre in Australia. Based in East Melbourne with a number of associated satellite services located throughout Victoria, Peter Mac is committed to excellence, innovation and compassion in the care offered to our patients. Satellite service locations include Box Hill, Moorabbin, Sunshine and Bendigo in regional Victoria. The East Melbourne and satellite sites offer state-of-the-art radiation therapy utilising the latest equipment and techniques within a multidisciplinary team environment, which we believe is fundamental in the delivery of the highest standards of care to our patients. | ||||
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| Why choose Peter Mac as your employer? | ||||
| 1. Career Opportunities | ||||
| Peter Mac offers great career development opportunities, both clinical and managerial. You will be: | ||||
| • involved in research programs • work in multi-disciplinary groups • work between planning and treatment • participate in special department projects: education, research or planning • receive financial support for personal/educational development, including local and international conferences • be encouraged to present at these conferences • develop managerial and leadership skills • benefit from a variety of professional development courses and events | ||||
| 2. Culture | ||||
| Peter Mac strives for excellence through innovation, research and learning. We: | ||||
| • embrace change • have a strong teamwork focus • encourage our staff to have a work/life balance • promote career progression | ||||
| 3. Working hours: the 9-day fortnight | ||||
| Peter Mac is aware of the need for a healthy balance between work and family. To show our commitment to flexibility in the workplace, we: | ||||
| • have a 9-day fortnight • offer staff the option of working part-time • are open to negotiating staff working hours • have team-based rostering • give staff the option of on-call work | ||||
| 4. State-of-the-art equipment | ||||
| 5. Recognition of clinical experience | ||||
| We acknowledge your clinical experience and we're dedicated to matching your skill level to the appropriate role. | ||||
| 6. Salary Packaging | ||||
| As an employee of a public hospital, you can substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging items at a concessional tax rate and that normally attract Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT). | ||||
| What we look for in our candidates | ||||
| Qualities:We value and look for the following qualities in all our staff: | ||||
| • advanced computer skills • patient service orientation • leadership skills • ability to embrace change and lifelong learning • compassion • a commitment to excellence • a high degree of professionalism • team player | ||||
| In order to work as a Radiation Therapist at Peter Mac, all our staff must comply with the following requirements | ||||
| Qualifications: A relevant degree in Radiation Therapy from an accredited Australian university program. Eligibility for a valid Statement of Accreditation from the Australian Institute of Radiography is also required. If you are from overseas, please contact us for more information. | ||||
| Registration: To work as a Radiation Therapist in Victoria, you will need to gain registration with the Medical Radiation Practitioners Board of Victoria . Please visit the MRPB website for details on applying for registration. | ||||
| Special requirements:Our staff must have a current Victorian Working with Children Check clearance from the Justice Department Victoria. Visit the Department of Justice website for further details. | ||||
| Our recruitment and selection process | ||||
| Peter Mac is dedicated to providing a professional and comprehensive recruitment process. The recruitment process is managed by our radiation therapists. To apply for a role as a radiation therapist with Peter Mac, apply via email by clicking the button below. | ||||
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| At interview, you will be asked some brief questions regarding: | ||||
| • your qualifications • your experience • where you are currently located (interstate or overseas) • why you would like to work at Peter Mac • what your career objectives are • whether you are interested in relocating (if applicable) • how you heard about us. |
