Nuclear Medicine Technologist 1

The Royal Melbourne Hospital; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $12,000 taxFree

Generous leave entitlements

Monthly accrued day off for eligible F

Job summary

The Royal Melbourne Hospital in Melbourne is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to deliver high-quality imaging, radiopharmacy, and therapeutic services within the Medical Imaging team.

You will rotate through all Nuclear Medicine services, contribute to after-hours calls (Grade 2), and support staff and students while upholding safety and best-practice standards.

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Medical Radiation Practitioner.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and safety in nuclear medicine.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a full range of imaging and laboratory Nuclear Medicine studies.
• Rotation through all services provided by the Department of Nuclear Medicine.
• Participate in after hours on call service (Grade 2 only).
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with radiation safety legislation and protocols.
• Ensure accurate and timely information is provided to patients and hospital staff.
• Actively support less experienced staff and students on clinical placement.
• Participate in departmental quality control, assurance protocols and OH&S procedures.
• Perform duties in accordance with Melbourne Health policies and procedures.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Initiative

Learning mindset

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine)

AHPRA registration

Job description

Play a key role supporting the operating theatres and perioperative leadership team at The Royal Melbourne Hospital

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Grade 1/2

Why Join RMH?

• Play a key role supporting the operating theatres and perioperative leadership team at The Royal Melbourne Hospital
• Join a supportive and collaborative team within one of Victoria's leading public health services.
• Access excellent career development, wellbeing programs and employee benefits.

You will deliver high-quality Nuclear Medicine clinical services as part of a multidisciplinary Medical Imaging team, performing a broad range of diagnostic, therapeutic and radiopharmacy procedures in line with best practice and departmental protocols.

What You'll Be Doing

• Undertake a full range of imaging and laboratory Nuclear Medicine studies
• Rotation through all services provided by the Department of Nuclear Medicine
• Participate in our after hours on call service (Grade 2 only)
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with radiation safety legislation and department protocols
• Ensure accurate and timely information is provided to patients and appropriate hospital staff
• Actively support less experienced staff members and students on clinical placement
• Participate in departmental quality control, assurance protocols and OH&S procedures
• Perform duties in accordance with Melbourne Health policies and procedures

About You

• Current AHPRA registration as a Medical Radiation Practitioner.
• Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine) or equivalent qualification recognised by AHPRA.
• Current Department of Health Radiation Use Licence, or eligibility to apply.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong clinical skills, initiative and a patient‑centred approach to care.
• Commitment to ongoing learning, safety and high-quality patient care.
• Experience in PET/CT or radionuclide therapy is highly regarded.

Benefits Of Working At RMH

• Meaningful Work Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
• Career Growth Access learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.
• Supportive Culture & Belonging Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
• Innovation Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
• World-Class Excellence Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
• Enjoy great employee benefits Salary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full‑time staff (role/EBA dependent).
• Work in the Parkville Precinct Work in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.

Our Commitment

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.