Radiographer In Charge

IDX; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Health and wellbeing programs

Discounts on gym memberships

Career progression opportunities

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

South Coast Radiology is looking for a Technical Area Manager for Darling Downs Radiology in Toowoomba to lead medical imaging operations. You'll oversee technical functions while engaging in hands-on clinical work to ensure high-quality diagnostic services.

The ideal candidate has strong clinical and leadership skills, with a focus on collaboration and patient care. You will join a supportive environment with various professional development opportunities and generous annual leave.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' medical imaging experience required.
• Strong clinical radiography experience is necessary.
• Previous leadership or team coordination experience highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support technical staff and clinical assistants.
• Coordinate rostering, leave, and team coverage.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow and service delivery.

Skills

Clinical skills

Leadership

Communication

Radiation safety

Organisation

Clinical governance

RIS/PACS systems

Education

Bachelor of Medical Imaging or equivalent

Current AHPRA registration

Current QLD Radiation Use Licence

Job description

Technical Area Manager – Darling Downs Radiology

Are you an experienced CT, MR Radiographer or Sonographer ready to take the next step into leadership?

South Coast Radiology operates as Darling Downs Radiology in Toowoomba. We are seeking an experienced clinical professional with a background in Radiography of Sonography to join our team in a key site leadership position.

Combining hands‑on clinical work with operational and people leadership, you’ll oversee the day‑to‑day technical operations and administration of the practice. Supporting your team to deliver a safe, efficient and high‑quality imaging service.

Working closely with Radiologists, the Regional Manager, technical and clerical teams, you’ll play an important role in ensuring smooth clinical workflow while building a positive, collaborative and patient‑focused team culture.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the person in charge, you will:

• Lead and support all technical staff and clinical assistants in the practice.
• Oversee the day‑to‑day technical operations and workflow of the practice
• Remain hands‑on clinically, delivering high‑quality diagnostic imaging
• Coordinate rostering, leave and appropriate team coverage
• Work closely with Radiologists, clerical and clinical teams to support efficient patient flow
• Provide technical guidance and support to the team
• Partner with the Clerical in charge to ensure efficiency and prioritise patient experience.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training and development of staff
• Maintain high standards across radiation safety, clinical governance and quality
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, service delivery and the patient experience
• Work closely with the Regional Manager on operational priorities, resourcing and site requirements

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for an experienced Radiographer or Sonographer who combines strong clinical skills with a supportive and collaborative leadership style.

You will have:

• Bachelor of Medical Imaging or equivalent
• Current AHPRA registration
• Current QLD Radiation Use Licence
• Minimum 5 years' medical imaging experience
• Strong clinical radiography experience
• Previous leadership or team coordination experience highly regarded
• Strong understanding of radiation safety and clinical governance
• Experience with RIS/PACS systems
• Excellent communication, organisation and people skills
• The ability to balance hands‑on clinical responsibilities with operational leadership
• A genuine interest in developing people and building a positive team culture

FOR YOU

• Competitive remuneration
• 5 weeks annual leave plus leave loading
• Key leadership position within an established radiology practice
• Combine hands‑on clinical work with people and operational leadership
• Access to modern imaging technology
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Health and wellbeing programs
• Discounts on gym memberships, private health insurance and medical imaging
• Employee referral bonuses
• Supportive and experienced Radiologists and imaging teams
• Genuine career pathways across SCR and the wider IDX Group

ABOUT SOUTH COAST RADIOLOGY & DARLING DOWNS RADIOLOGY

South Coast Radiology is one of the largest and longest‑standing diagnostic imaging providers in Southeast Queensland, with an extensive network across the Gold Coast and surrounding regions. Darling Downs Radiology is the largest non‑hospital site in the South Coast Radiology portfolio and is integral part of the business.

Darling Downs Radiology provides a comprehensive range of diagnostic imaging services including MRI x2, CT x2, X-Ray, Ultrasound, SPECT, Mammography and BMD, supported by experienced Radiologists, imaging professionals and clinical teams.

As part of Integral Diagnostics (IDX Group), our people are connected to one of the largest diagnostic imaging networks across Australia and New Zealand.

TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Integral Diagnostics (IDX Group) supports a multicultural and diversity workplace. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians with relevant skills and experience to apply.

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