Nuclear Medicine Technologist - New Graduate

Are you a recent graduate looking to launch your career in Nuclear Medicine? Join Hunter New England Imaging and take your first steps in a supportive, team-focused environment.

Remuneration: $76,045.05 – $104,754.22 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: John Hunter Hospital
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time – Until January 2027
Position Classification: Nuclear Med Technologist Level 2
Requisition ID: REQ598827
Applications Close: Monday 1st September 2025

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

• Proximity to shopping and other services

• ADO's each month (for full time employees)

• Salary packaging options

• Fitness Passport

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

About the role:

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you’ll work across both John Hunter and Calvary Mater Hospitals as part of a highly skilled imaging team. You’ll contribute to a patient-first service culture built on strong communication, collaboration, and professionalism.

You will gain experience across all areas of the department, including:

• PET

• General Nuclear Medicine

• Hotlab

• On-call duties

What we’re looking for:

We’re seeking a motivated new graduate who is eager to learn and grow in the role. You will be:

• Equally confident working independently and as part of a team

• Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills

• Enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to providing high-quality patient care

What we offer:

You’ll take part in a comprehensive training and orientation program designed to set you up for success. Senior staff will support and mentor you throughout your development, giving you the tools and confidence to thrive in a busy clinical environment.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science - Nuclear Medicine or equivalent qualifications recognised by AHPRA and current registration or be eligible for registration with AHPRA. 
• Hold or be eligible to hold a current EPA radiation license (S14, IA16 or IA16D.).
• Participation in the general and on call roster to provide an adequate service to the hospital.

Additional Information:
 

• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.  

• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

Need more information? 

  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Kevin Picton on Kevin.Picton@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp 
 
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.