Diagnostic Radiographer

Prime Radiology Hillarys Pty Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Radiology Hillarys Pty Ltd in Hillarys, WA, seeks an experienced Medical Diagnostic Radiographer to join our team. The role focuses on high-quality diagnostic imaging, radiation safety and compassionate patient care.

You will work with Radiologists and other clinicians to support timely and accurate diagnosis, performing general radiography and CT while upholding safety and patient dignity in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Medical Imaging or related field.
• Current registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia as Diagnostic Radiographer.
• WA radiation licence or eligibility to obtain before commencing radiation work.
• Clinical experience in diagnostic radiography including general X-ray and CT.
• Sound knowledge of imaging protocols, radiation safety, quality assurance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Receive and review referrals, confirm patient identity and clinical information, clarify requirements with referring practitioner or Radiologist as needed.
• Perform general radiography and CT examinations; assist Radiologists with interventional imaging as appropriate.
• Select imaging equipment, protocols and settings to obtain requested diagnostic information.
• Adjust exposure factors and scan parameters to produce diagnostic-quality images while minimising exposure.
• Explain procedures to patients and provide preparation and aftercare instructions.
• Position patients and equipment; adapt techniques to patient condition and comfort.
• Monitor patient welfare, maintain privacy and dignity, and respond to adverse events per clinic protocols.
• Review images for quality and processing for Radiologists and practitioners.
• Communicate observations and urgent concerns to Radiologists as needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and radiation exposure documentation.
• Perform routine equipment checks and contribute to QA and protocol improvements.
• Comply with radiation protection, infection control and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Imaging or Diagnostic Radiography

Tools

CT imaging

Job description

Prime Radiology Hillarys Pty Ltd, located in Hillarys, Western Australia, is looking for an experienced, dedicated and patient-focused Medical Diagnostic Radiographer to join our team. We are seeking a skilled professional who can deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging, maintain radiation safety and provide compassionate patient care.

This full-time position involves working closely with Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologists and other Medical Practitioners to support timely and accurate diagnosis.

About the job

• Receiving and reviewing referrals from Medical Practitioners, confirming patient identity and relevant clinical information, and clarifying examination requirements with the referring practitioner or Radiologist where necessary.
• Performing general radiography and computed tomography (CT) examinations and assisting Radiologists with interventional imaging procedures within professional scope and competence.
• Selecting appropriate imaging equipment, examination protocols and technical settings to obtain the diagnostic information requested by Medical Practitioners.
• Calculating and adjusting exposure factors, scan parameters and exposure duration to produce diagnostic-quality images while minimising radiation exposure.
• Explaining procedures to patients, answering their questions and providing appropriate preparation and aftercare instructions.
• Positioning patients and imaging equipment accurately, adapting techniques to accommodate patients’ clinical condition, mobility and comfort.
• Monitoring patient welfare throughout procedures, maintaining privacy and dignity, and responding promptly to adverse events in accordance with clinic protocols.
• Reviewing images for technical quality, anatomical coverage and diagnostic adequacy, and selecting and processing images for review by Radiologists and other Medical Practitioners.
• Communicating relevant procedural observations and urgent concerns promptly to Radiologists or treating practitioners within professional scope.
• Maintaining accurate patient records, examination details, imaging data and radiation exposure documentation.
• Performing routine equipment checks, reporting faults and contributing to quality assurance and continuous improvement of imaging protocols.
• Complying with radiation protection, infection prevention, workplace safety, patient confidentiality and applicable professional and regulatory requirements.

Skills and experience required

• A bachelor’s degree in medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiography or Medical Radiation Science, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Current registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia through Ahpra as a Diagnostic Radiographer.
• An appropriate Western Australian radiation licence, or eligibility to obtain the required licence before commencing radiation work.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in diagnostic radiography, including general X-ray and CT, preferably within a hospital or private medical imaging clinic.
• Sound knowledge of imaging protocols, radiation safety, image quality assessment and quality assurance procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support patients and work effectively with the clinical team.
• A strong commitment to patient care, confidentiality and professional practice.
• Ability to work independently within professional scope and collaboratively in a team, while adapting to changing clinical priorities.