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Where we are:
Peter Mac is a specialist oncology centre based in East Melbourne with external clinics and satellites throughout Victoria. These locations include: Box Hill, Moorabbin, Epworth and Bendigo in regional Victoria.
Bendigo 
(one and a half hours drive from Melbourne)
Peter Mac operates the Bendigo Radiotherapy Centre and works with the Bendigo Hospital to provide radiation oncology services. The Bendigo service enjoys strong community support and state-of-the-art equipment. Visit the Victorian Government's Bendigo website.

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 skills (managerial courses)
  • benefit from a variety of courses

    • 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 fortnightportrait of a radiation therapy nurse
    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 introduced a 9-day fortnight
  • offer staff the option of working part-time
  • are open to negotiating staff working hours
  • offer casual hours (if preferred)
  • 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 that normally attract Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT).

    Qualifications:
    You will need accreditation with the Australian Institute of Radiography. If you are from overseas, please contact us for more information.

    Qualities:

  • advanced computer skills
  • patient service orientation
  • leadership skills
  • ability to embrace change
  • compassionate
  • a committment to excellence
  • a high degree of professionalism
  • team player

    • 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.

    At interview, you will be asked some brief questions regarding:portrait of a radiation therapy nurse

  • 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

    • Australian Immigration Department

    Read what our people have to say about working at Peter Mac...

    portrait of Viranee, Radiation Therapist"After graduating in South Australia, I completed my intern training at Peter Mac. A great bonus for me came from staff support and access to a dedicated radiation therapy education team. Peter Mac provided me with the opportunity to learn on state-of-the-art equipment and develop the knowledge I need to be respected world-wide. I've had a challenging yet very rewarding time."
    Viranee - Radiation Therapist

    portrait of Craig, Radiation Therapist"Having worked at Peter Mac since graduating, it was great to get the department's support to work for a year in Canada. My new skills have really been utilised and I'm now working within the Special Projects Unit, involved in areas such as Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) and other high-tech developments. It's great to get recognition from Peter Mac for the skills you can offer."
    Craig - Charge Radiation Therapist

    portrait of Ricardo, Radiation Therapist"Being trained and working in the UK, I was very fortunate to be able to join Peter Mac and be part of the radiotherapy team. Peter Mac assisted me greatly and supported me in making the transition from overseas. Since my arrival, I have gained valuable experience in all areas of radiotherapy and most recently been given the opportunity to work within the RT Education and Development Unit."
    Ricardo - International Radiation Therapist