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Job Description:Role title: Medical Physics SpecialistRole type: Permanent Full-TimeRole grade: Med Physics Specialist Year 1-5Department and location: Theranostics and Nuclear Medicine, St Vincents Hospital, DarlinghurstSalary: $118,258.03- $199,535.55 + super + salary packagingBetter and fairer care. Always.We are St Vincents Health Australia, Australias largest not-for-profit provider of health and aged care services.Founded by The Sisters of Charity in 1857, our +30,000 healthcare superheroes operate public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs.About the roleJob Responsibilities:Leadership & Team Development: Lead and support a dedicated team, providing guidance on physics and radiation safety while collaborating with the Clinical Director and Chief MRS on operational and professional matters.Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships across SVHA, local health districts, universities, and professional bodies, ensuring effective communication and collaboration to enhance service standards and patient care.Quality & Compliance: Promote continuous quality improvement, ensuring adherence to professional standards, regulations, and policies, including managing radiation safety protocols, accreditation programs, and radiation management licenses.Training & Mentorship: Oversee the training of staff and students, including providing mentorship to the medical physics registrar, and supporting the professional development of the team through education and research activities.Safety & Risk Management: Champion the health and safety of staff and patients by ensuring compliance with workplace safety standards, overseeing radiation dose assessments, and preparing contingency plans for potential incidents.About youQualifications & Accreditation: A masters in medical physics (or equivalent) with current, eligible, or working towards accreditation with the Australian College of Physical Scientists & Engineers in Medicine (ACPSEM) in Nuclear Medicine, along with a valid radiation license with NSW EPA.Research & Expertise: A PhD in Medical Physics or strong experience in medical physics research is preferred, demonstrating a deep understanding of the field.Leadership & Change Management: Proven experience in leading and motivating teams, with the ability to implement change management principles and achieve measurable outcomes in a clinical environment.Clinical Experience: Prior clinical and operational experience in medical physics, particularly in Diagnostic Imaging Services within Nuclear Medicine, with a solid track record of delivering results.Problem-Solving & Communication: Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to work autonomously or within a multidisciplinary team to solve complex problems and make informed decisions.Why work at St Vincents?Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our community.Discounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport.Access to discounted private health insurance with Medibank.Access to a government salary sacrifice program. Make a proportion of your salary tax-free.Committed to financial support for educational development, scholarship programs, paid study leave.About the hospitalIn this role you will be based at St Vincents hospital, Darlinghurst.A busy inner-city hospital in a beautiful location.Surrounded by great cafes, galleries and theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby glorious beaches.A place of expert clinical care for at-risk people.Closely partnered with universities & affiliated research institutes, many of which are located on-campus.Centres of excellence include heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health, drug & alcohol services, and correctional health.Sponsorship / work rights for AustraliaPlease note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.Equal opportunityWe celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.How to applyThe closing date for applications is 23 April 2025.Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the requirements listed in the About You section here.Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.Reconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent''s we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.For further information, visit or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.auView Reconciliation Action PlanCode of Conduct:View Code of Conduct #J-18808-Ljbffr