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Nuclear Medicine Technologist Grade 2Permanent Full Time | 80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADOLocation: Ballarat CampusAbout The RoleGrampians Health is seeking a motivated and collaborative Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) to join our team at the Ballarat campus. This is a permanent full-time Grade 2 position, offering the opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment. We welcome applications from both new graduates and experienced NMTs.As part of the Radiology Department, the Nuclear Medicine unit provides high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic services using state-of-the-art equipment and technology. Our comprehensive department includes modalities such as MRI, CT, SPECT/CT, Ultrasound, Mammography, Fluoroscopy, and General X-ray. We are proud of our inclusive team culture and our commitment to excellence in patient care.The successful candidate will work alongside experienced professionals and have access to ongoing support from an on-site Nuclear Medicine Physician. Youll be involved in a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, serving both inpatients and outpatients across the Grampians region. The department currently operates two SPECT/CT systems, a radiopharmacy lab, and a dedicated stress testing suite, with future plans to expand into PET/CT services.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures in line with departmental protocols and specialist approval pathways.Acquire and process high-quality imaging data using SPECT and hybrid CT systems.Manage workflow and scheduling for assigned duties to ensure efficient service delivery.Collaborate with colleagues and liaise with other departments to support coordinated patient care.Conduct therapeutic unsealed isotope procedures in conjunction with the NM Physician, adhering to radiation safety protocols and relevant legislation.Handle radiopharmaceuticals and chemicals safely, including preparation, quality control, and administration.Perform in-vitro and in-vivo procedures, including blood labeling and the handling of biological materials.Support the education and supervision of students and junior staff in collaboration with the Clinical Educator and Chief NMT.Essential Skills and ExperienceTertiary qualification in Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine)Current AHPRA registrationVictorian Radiation Use Licence (Nuclear Medicine) or eligibility to obtainDesirable Skills and ExperiencePostgraduate qualification (VSNMT/RAINS) in Computed Tomography or completion of CT-inclusive tertiary educationANZBMS Bone Densitometry qualificationExperience in PET/CT imagingInterested?Click APPLY or if you wish to discuss the role prior to applying, contact Christopher Peters on 03 5320 6916 for a confidential discussion.We''re actively seeking candidates for this role and will review applications as they are submitted. Applications will close when the position is filled.About Grampians HealthGrampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell. Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.Culture & BenefitsAt Grampians Health, we recognise our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers and contractors at all sites.Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunitiesSalary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidaysAccess to discounted health club membershipStaff rewards and recognition programsFurther InformationAll appointments are subject to a satisfactory police records check, immunisation clearance and Working with Children check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check.All employees must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required, which at a minimum is a surgical mask. Additional PPE requirements are role-dependent.Grampians Health is a child safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Grampians Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce.We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), intersex and asexual LGBTQIA+. #J-18808-Ljbffr