Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Northern Territory Government; Darwin; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Salary packaging

Flexible work agreements

Study support

Job summary

Nuclear Medicine Technologist role within NT Health at Royal Darwin Hospital, Darwin. You will assist in radiopharmaceutical production and QC, and perform SPECT/CT and PET procedures in a dynamic Molecular Imaging team.

Eligible Medical Radiation Science graduates with Nuclear Medicine registration eligibility are encouraged to apply; strong patient communication and teamwork are essential in this diverse setting.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine).
• Eligibility for registration as Nuclear Medicine Practitioner with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.
• Drive to develop experience in general nuclear medicine and PET procedures; strong communication with diverse patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in production and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Perform SPECT/CT and PET procedures in the Molecular Imaging Department.
• Contribute to radiopharmaceutical production and quality control involving cyclotron.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and communicate effectively with patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication with patients

Team collaboration

Education

Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine)

Job description

Professional 1 - Remuneration Package Range $86,482 - $110,012

(including salary $73,100 - $93,041)

Professional 2 - Remuneration Package Range $113,101 - $134,507

(including salary $95,697 - $114,104)

Royal Darwin Hospital, Medical Imaging

Darwin

One full time ongoing vacancy is available

Career opportunities available for Nuclear Medicine Technologists and recent graduates.

NT Health manages the Northern Territory public health system, operating as one system across 5 regions, providing the full spectrum of essential, quality health services, from health promotion to prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and palliative care across the life course.

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will assist in the production and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals and receive hands-on training in single photon nuclear medicine, Positron Emission Tomography, and performing all aspects of nuclear medicine procedures in the Molecular Imaging Department of the Royal Darwin Hospital (RDH).

Working with a team of medical professionals and modern equipment, you will develop sound knowledge and experience in Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography nuclear medicine (SPECT/CT), Positron Emission Tomography (PET), and radiopharmaceutical production and quality control involving the cyclotron.

To be successful you require tertiary qualifications in Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine), which allows eligibility for registration as a Nuclear Medicine Practitioner with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia. A drive to develop experience performing general nuclear medicine and PET procedures and the ability to communicate and interact effectively with patients from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.

You should also demonstrate interpersonal skills, enthusiasm for professional practice, and interest in further training within the medical imaging team.

We understand the challenges in the Territory’s health and community care are unlike anywhere else, but so are the opportunities. You will receive:

• A competitive salary package inclusive of 12% superannuation
• 6 weeks of annual recreation leave + 3 days Christmas closedown leave
• 3 weeks personal leave
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Salary packaging
• Flexible work agreements
• Real career development opportunities and supported study
• Relocation allowance

A move to the Northern Territory offers an enviable lifestyle and work-life balance that allows you time to explore picturesque landscapes, enjoy outdoor activities and an amazing tropical climate with an array of food, arts and culture. The Territory is a rich melting pot of cultures with a strong community spirit, making it an easy place to live, work and make new friends.

For further information about this vacancy please contact:

Suzanne McGavin, Manager of Nuclear Medicine on [e-mail]

Quote vacancy number: 50152

Closing date: 30/11/2026

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