Radiation Therapist Grade 2

Date: 13 Oct 2024

Site: Bendigo

Location:

MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000

Company: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

Unit: Bendigo Radiation Therapy Services

Division: Chief Operating Officer

Department: Radiation Therapy

Enterprise Agreement: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sect

Bendigo Radiation Therapy Services

WORK IN REGIONAL VICTORIA WITH ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL INCENTIVES

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE AT PETER MAC IN BENDIGO

Bendigo is Peter Mac’s only rural Victorian campus providing radiation therapy services to the Loddon Mallee region.

An RT position is available at Peter Mac Bendigo, and we would welcome all applications including new radiation therapy students anticipating graduating January 2025.

At Bendigo Peter Mac, you will enjoy the opportunity to work with the latest technology, including Varian Truebeam Linacs, AlignRT and Eclipse treatment planning system, to treat a wide variety of cases including an active SABR and SRS workload. The team at Bendigo have a strong culture of including all team members in quality improvement projects and available research initiatives. Working at Bendigo will provide you with a well-rounded experience to support your career development.

INCENTIVES TO WORK IN REGIONAL VICTORIA

The following incentives are on offer:

New Graduates commence at classification AHP1 Grade 1 Year 2

10% Rural Allowance

Financial support to attend a National Conference per year (registration, airfare, accommodation)

Financial support to attend an International Conference every three years (registration, airfare, accommodation)

Financial support for 12 months accommodation

Participation in Peter Mac’s Inaugural New RT Graduate program – see below

As an additional incentive, PeterMac Bendigo is offering A SIGN ON BONUS OF $10,000 plus the following upon completion of each year of employment:

$8,000 lump sum payment on completion of first year working at Bendigo

$10,000 lump sum payment on completion of second year working at Bendigo

$12,000 lump sum payment on completion of third year working at Bendigo

If you are expecting to graduate in early 2025 or already qualified and looking for new opportunities in central Victoria, please consider applying for this position in Bendigo. We will consider both Grade 1 and Grade 2 applicants and the classification will be decided by experience and skills.

Please contact Judy Andrews (5454 9234) for further information on these opportunities.

Please submit a cover letter, current CV and the names of 2 professional referees.

Applications close: 11:59 pm, Wednesday, 30th October 2024

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please contact us if you would like to discuss this requirement.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

Peter Mac offers a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.

Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

WHAT IS THE NEW GRADUATE RT PROGRAM

The aim of the Graduate RT program is to help the new RT consolidate fundamental skills, acquire specialised skills and benefit from tailored clinical support, mentoring and education.

The program, running for the first 12 months of employment post-graduation, will consist of several core components, whilst encouraging flexibility and opportunity to explore and develop in personal areas of interest.

Protected time will be made available for all participants to engage in:

‘Transition to practice’ framework which is an evidence based mentoring program designed to support developmental needs

Regular RT specific tutorials delivered by clinical experts

Structured peer-group meetings with other program participants

‘Learning on the Run’ workshops

The program will also provide the graduate RT access to leading experts within the RT profession to support your clinical, research and academic goals.

WHY WORK IN BENDIGO

Bendigo is now one of the largest regional cities in Australia, home to more than 100,000 people of diverse background.

There are a wide variety of events, activities, sporting clubs and social groups that will welcome those moving to our region: For more information on moving to Bendigo please visit the Bendigo Tourism website here

Position Summary

To plan and deliver radiation therapy treatment using ionising radiation in accordance with the treatment prescription and in accordance with all Peter Mac protocols and policies and Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia Professional Capabilities and Code of Conduct.

Enterprise Agreement

Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2025

Classification or Salary Range

Grade 1

Immunisation Risk Category

Immunisation Category A

Key Relationships

Internal	• Radiation Therapists • Radiation Oncologists • Radiation Oncology Medical Physicists • Radiation Oncology Nurses • Medical Administration staff • Allied Health Departments • Other Peter Mac staff as appropriate
External	• MRPBA • Affiliated Universities • ASMIRT

Education

Skills

• Registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia and holds a current Victorian Radiation Use License
• Police Check
• Working with Children Check
• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience in radiation therapy planning and treatment
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate in a team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to optimal patient care
• Demonstrated professional and ethical practice
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development
• Demonstrated compliance with safe practice and quality improvement initiatives

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

Radiation Use Licence

Current Working with Children Check (Victoria)

AHPRA Registration

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities	Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
1.Practice in Radiation Therapy	Practice radiation therapy according to MRPBA Professional Capabilities for Medical Radiation Practice. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of radiation therapy principles and practice. Apply radiation therapy principles to a range of techniques in treatment and planning. Apply critical and reflective thinking to resolve radiation therapy clinical challenges. Apply understanding of anatomy, physiology and pathology to clinical activities. Apply principles of medical radiation physics and instrumentation. Use patient information management systems appropriately. Assess the patient's capacity to receive care. Safely and effectively carry out own role and responsibilities relating to the implementation of a patient management plan. Recognise when input is required from more senior colleagues, and act to obtain their involvement. Prioritise workload appropriately, and establish realistic timeframes for the completion of work. Complete tasks on time and in self-directed manner, acting within own knowledge base.
2.Professional and Ethical Conduct	Practice in an ethical and professional manner. Provide each patient with an appropriate level of dignity and care. Apply the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia's Code of Conduct to practice. Assume responsibility and accept accountability for professional decisions. Advocate on behalf of the patient when appropriate. Accurately recognise own limits and seek guidance as necessary. Recognise and effectively manage personal impact on work performance and relationships. Demonstrate honesty and fairness in all relations. Seek support where necessary to maintain own well-being. Respond positively to individual and cultural differences by valuing others equally and showing tolerance and acceptance.
3.Communication and Collaboration	Communicate clearly, sensitively and effectively with patients and their family or carers. Convey knowledge and procedural information in ways that engender trust and confidence and respects patient confidentiality, privacy and dignity. Treat colleagues and patients as equals, and with courtesy, kindness and regard for how they wish to be treated. Work in partnership with other health professionals towards common goals, recognising that the interests of patients are the overriding shared objective for healthcare delivery. Seek regular, constructive feedback regarding performance against established role expectations. Express thoughts and ideas clearly, directly, honestly and with respect for others and for the work of the team. Share information and knowledge to enhance the effectiveness of teamwork and collaboration. Make day to day decisions as appropriate to own work role, and in consultation with others. Recognise issues that may lead to conflict, and constructively address issues as they arise. Demonstrate empathy towards other team members and recognise their needs and skills.

Key Accountabilities (Contd..)

Key Accountabilities	Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
4. Evidence Based Practice and Professional Learning	• Apply critical and reflective thinking to resolve clinical challenges. • Interpret findings, applying clinical reasoning and reflective processes to identify implications for practice. • Identify ongoing professional learning needs and opportunities and implement strategies for achieving them. • Recognise the relevance of research for improving health outcomes, and assist with research activities, as required by own role. • Monitor and evaluate progress towards learning/development goals, and identify opportunities for future changes and improvement.
5. Radiation Safety and Risk Management	• Implement safe radiation practice according to Peter Mac policies and procedures. • Confirm and operate equipment and instrumentation safely according to Peter Mac policies and procedures. • Maintain safety of self and others in the work environment according to Peter Mac policies and procedures. • Support the implementation of safety and quality initiatives. • Practice according to the ALARA principle at all times.