Radiation Therapist Level 2 (Permanent)

Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Radiation Therapist Level 2 at Westmead Hospital to advance your expertise with modern radiation therapy techniques and compassionate, patient‑centred cancer care.

You will deliver safe, accurate radiation therapy under the guidance of a multidisciplinary team, participate in planning, QA activities and continuous improvement, and stay current with evolving technologies.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a course in Medical Radiation Science-Radiation Therapy, accredited by the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Authority
• Registration: Eligible for AHPRA registration as a Medical Radiation Therapist
• Licence: Eligible for EPA licensure by the Department of Environment and Climate Control NSW

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver treatment: Undertake radiation therapy simulation, treatment planning and delivery in accordance with clinical prescriptions, departmental procedures and radiation safety requirements.
• Provide exceptional patient care: Support patients and carers through treatment, explain procedures, promote understanding of potential side effects and contribute to appropriate side-effect management in collaboration with the clinical team.
• Maintain clinical excellence: Perform quality assurance and quality control activities, operate equipment safely, and promptly report treatment errors, near misses and patient safety concerns.
• Embrace innovation: Apply and develop your knowledge of contemporary techniques and technologies, including IMRT, VMAT, SRS, SABR, DIBH, gating and image-guided treatment approaches, as relevant to the service.
• Contribute beyond the treatment room: Participate in multidisciplinary collaboration, research and development, quality improvement, student education and continuing professional development.

Education

Graduate of a course in Medical Radiation Science-Radiation Therapy, accredited by the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Authority

Job description

Advance your expertise with modern radiation therapy techniques and technologies

Make a meaningful difference through compassionate, patient-centred cancer care

Grow your clinical skills in a collaborative, multidisciplinary hospital team

Bring precision to treatment. Put people at the heart of care. Deliver advanced radiation therapy and help shape better outcomes for patients at Westmead Hospital.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Radiation Therapist Level 2

Remuneration: $82,250.65 - $113,302.11 per annum

Hours Per Week: 35

Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working

Join the radiation therapy team at Westmead Hospital, where your clinical expertise, technical skills and compassion will contribute to the delivery of high-quality cancer care. This is an opportunity to build on your existing experience, broaden your exposure to contemporary radiation therapy techniques and collaborate with dedicated healthcare professionals in a dynamic clinical environment. As part of Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), you will contribute to a service that values teamwork, safety, continuous improvement and person-centred care.

• Make a real difference: Support patients and their carers throughout their radiation therapy journey with dignity, empathy and respect.
• Expand your technical expertise: Maintain and develop your knowledge of contemporary treatment planning, image-guided techniques and advanced radiation therapy technologies.
• Collaborate and connect: Work alongside Radiation Oncologists, radiation therapy colleagues, nurses and other multidisciplinary professionals to deliver coordinated care.
• Be part of continuous improvement: Contribute to clinical quality assurance, patient safety, research and service development initiatives.
• Invest in your future: Maintain your professional currency and pursue ongoing learning in a rapidly evolving field of cancer treatment.

What You'll Be Doing

You will deliver safe, accurate and precise radiation therapy, combining sound clinical judgement, technical proficiency and excellent patient communication. Working under the direction of the team leader and in partnership with Radiation Oncologists, you will help ensure treatment is planned and delivered efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

• Plan and deliver treatment: Undertake radiation therapy simulation, treatment planning and delivery in accordance with clinical prescriptions, departmental procedures and radiation safety requirements.
• Provide exceptional patient care: Support patients and carers through treatment, explain procedures, promote understanding of potential side effects and contribute to appropriate side-effect management in collaboration with the clinical team.
• Maintain clinical excellence: Perform quality assurance and quality control activities, operate equipment safely, and promptly report treatment errors, near misses and patient safety concerns.
• Embrace innovation: Apply and develop your knowledge of contemporary techniques and technologies, including IMRT, VMAT, SRS, SABR, DIBH, gating and image-guided treatment approaches, as relevant to the service.
• Contribute beyond the treatment room: Participate in multidisciplinary collaboration, research and development, quality improvement, student education and continuing professional development.

Essential Requirements

• Qualifications: Graduate of a course in Medical Radiation Science-Radiation Therapy, accredited by the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Authority
• Registration: Eligible for AHPRA registration as a Medical Radiation Therapist
• Licence: Eligible for EPA licensure by the Department of Environment and Climate Control NSW

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrate sound knowledge and experience in all aspects of radiation therapy, including Demonstrate excellent communication skills in written, oral and electronic formats
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of radiation therapy quality assurance and quality controls, including radiation safety measures in radiation therapy
• Demonstrated proven ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated interest in continuing professional development, research and quality improvement activities
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent patient care

Requisition ID: REQ697132

Applications Close: 8th November 2026

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment you must hold current Australian work rights (I.E Australian citizen, permanent resident or NZ citizen with a current passport)

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