Diagnostic Radiographer

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD); Sydney; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) invites applications for a Radiographer Level 2 in The Sutherland Hospital, Caringbah. The role involves performing imaging procedures across modalities, producing and archiving diagnostic images, and contributing to a 24/7 roster.

Experience in hospital imaging, particularly MRI, is prioritized. Not suitable for new graduates; a post-graduate MRI qualification may allow personal regrade.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in Medical Radiation Science or equivalent.
• Hold a NSW EPA Radiation Licence to operate radiation apparatus and registration as a Medical Radiation Practitioner with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated ability to perform radiographic examinations across general, theatre, mobiles.
• Willingness to participate in a rotating 24/7 roster as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with experience or knowledge in health-related computer applications.
• Ability to work with a team and independently with good workload management for high patient throughput.
• Knowledge of WHS and radiation protection practices.
• Proven ability to work accurately and pay attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical imaging procedures and ensure production and archiving of diagnostic images under supervision.
• Ensure patient safety and provide high-quality patient care.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a 24/7 rotating roster with strong communication.
• Maintain competency through continuing professional development and independent initiative.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

WHS and radiation protection

Education

Medical Radiation Science degree

NSW EPA Radiation Licence

AHPRA registration as Medical Radiation Practitioner

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time

Position Classification: Radiographer Level 2

Remuneration: $$41.48 - $57.14 per hour plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 35

Requisition ID: REQ699266

Location: The Sutherland Hospital, Caringbah

Applications Close: 15 November 2026

A radiographer position is currently available to join the imaging team at Sutherland Hospital Medical Imaging. The department has a full range of imaging modalities including general, fluoroscopy, interventional radiology, angiography, CT, MRI and ultrasound. Successful applicants will be expected to participate in the 24/7 and on call roster. Priority will be given to experienced team members with expertise in hospital imaging and specifically MRI scanning to support future service expansion. This is not suitable position for new graduates. personal regrade in line with the Award will be considered for successful applicants with a relevant post graduate MRI qualification.

Where you'll be working

Sutherland Hospital is located within the Sutherland Shire close to beaches, cafes, transport and shopping centres. The department performs over 75,000 examinations per year and offers training opportunities into advanced modality areas. It is a small dedicated team who work collaboratively providing imaging services to our ED, inpatients and outpatients.

What You'll Be Doing

The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.

• In this position you will be required to perform medical imaging procedures and be responsible for the production and accurate archiving of diagnostic images under the direction of department and section managers;
• To ensure the safety of patients and provide high quality patient care.
• To work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a 24/7 rotating roster with strong and effective communication skills;
• To work with independent initiative, undertake continuing professional development and maintain competency in all clinical tasks.

For role related queries or questions contact Karen Fisher on [e-mail]

Selection Criteria

• Hold a degree in Medical Radiation Science or equivalent.
• Hold a NSW EPA Radiation Licence to operate radiation apparatus and registration as a Medical Radiation Practitioner with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated ability and experience to perform radiographic examinations in a wide range of modality areas including general, theatre, mobiles.
• Willingness to participate in a rotating 24/7 roster and on call as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with experience or knowledge in utilising health related computer applications.
• Ability to work with a team and independently with the ability to organise workload to facilitate high patient throughput.
• A knowledge of WHS and radiation protection practices.
• Proven ability to work accurately and pay attention to detail.

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email [e-mail] and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Please visit the SESLHD Disability Recruitment page for more information.

Information For Applicants

• If you have relevant qualifications or experience, please include any supporting documents with your application.
• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
• SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural background, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support ([e-mail]) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website