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Radiation Therapist Grade 2

Req ID:  6997
Date:  23 Mar 2026
Site:  Moorabbin
Location: 

MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000

Company:  Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Unit:  Moorabbin Radiation Therapy Services
Division:  Chief Operating Officer
Department:  Radiation Therapy
Enterprise Agreement:  Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sect
Moorabbin Radiation Therapy Services

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
Radiation Therapist Grade 2
•Permanent and Fixed Term, Full Time
•Deliver high-quality patient care as part of a leading Radiation Therapy team at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
•Opportunities across multiple campuses with permanent and fixed-term roles


Peter Mac is seeking experienced enthusiastic Radiation Therapists who are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care to join our team.

 

About the role
We have multiple opportunities currently available—including a permanent role at the Moorabbin campus and fixed-term positions at Grade 2 level (subject to confirmation of previous experience) across our Melbourne, Moorabbin, and Sunshine campuses. Applications from candidates interested in full-time.  


At Peter Mac, you’ll have the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, including state-of-the-art Varian Linacs, AlignRT, and the Eclipse treatment planning system. Our comprehensive programs span SABR, SRS, SGRT, and IGRT across all campuses, ensuring a dynamic and diverse clinical environment.

In addition, our Melbourne campus features a large brachytherapy service, a renowned Gamma Knife program, and is the primary provider of paediatric radiation therapy services in Victoria. This breadth of services offers a unique and well-rounded clinical experience to support your professional growth.

 

Remuneration
As per Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026. Grade 2 - Year 1 (BE2): $90,235.60 (full-time) to Grade 2 - Year 5 (ON16): $103,724.40 (full-time) based on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager. 

 

Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community.  We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.  We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

 

Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:

•    Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
•    Discounted health insurance and eye care
•    A comprehensive health and wellbeing program

•    Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
•    Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
•    Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities

•    Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, purchased leave options
•    Flexible, hybrid working practices

 
Take the next step in your career with Peter Mac — where innovation meets compassionate care.


To apply, please submit:

•    Cover letter outlining your skills and experience (maximum 1000 words)
•    Current CV
•    Two professional referees.


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.

 

Hiring Managers:
Brent Chesson (Melbourne) - brent.chesson@petermac.org;
Damien Phillips (Moorabbin) - damien.phillips@petermac.org;
Rebecca Height (Sunshine) - rebecca.height@petermac.org;

 
Applications Close: 11:59pm Monday 6 April 2026

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. To provide a high level of technical skill to clinical problems, and provide education and support to other members of the team around advanced radiation therapy practices.

Enterprise Agreement

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

Classification or Salary Range

BE1-ON16 (Grade 2 Yr1-Yr5)

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

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 advanced radiation therapy planning and treatment
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate in a team environment
• Demonstrated experience in providing supervision and mentoring to others
• 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 general and advanced radiation therapy principles and practice.
  • Apply radiation therapy principles to a range of general and advanced techniques in treatment and planning.
  • Apply critical and reflective thinking to resolve complex 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.
  • Formulate, document and implement an effective and tailored patient management plan for complex situations.
  • 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.
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 patient 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.
  • Engage team members and other relevant health care professionals in the development and implementation of strategies that meet specific patient needs.
  • Engage other health professionals as appropriate and integrate their knowledge and experience to inform clinical decisions.
  • Recognise issues that may lead to conflict, and constructively address issues as they arise.
  • Demonstrates 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 complex 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.
• Reflect on clinical practice and formulate learning objectives and strategies for addressing own limitations.
• Provide effective supervision to less experienced practitioners and staff as appropriate.
• Recognise different models of professional support, and move flexibly between them. 
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.

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Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

 

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

 

  • Peter Mac offer 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.

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