Radiation Therapist Level 2 - Permanent
⚡ Work with advanced radiation therapy technologies
🎯 Deliver precision cancer treatment as part of a high-performing clinical team
📚 Participate in research and grow your career in a high-performing clinical environment
Plan, deliver & refine life-changing radiation therapy with precision and compassion at Westmead
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Radiation Therapist Level 2
Remuneration: $79,087.06 - $108,944.16 per annum
Hours Per Week: 35
Requisition ID: REQ641829
Where you'll be working
Westmead Hospital's Radiation Oncology Department is a state-of-the-art cancer treatment facility equipped with advanced technologies and staffed by expert multidisciplinary teams. Located within one of NSW's leading tertiary hospitals, this is a place where clinical excellence, innovation and patient-centred care come together.
WSLHD is committed to delivering world-class cancer services to a rapidly growing and diverse community of over 1 million residents.
Work with advanced treatment modalities including IMRT, VMAT, SABR, SRS, DIBH, TBI, 4DCT and 4DCBCT in a progressive and well-resourced clinical environment.
Be part of a proactive, collaborative team committed to patient safety, quality assurance and service efficiency.
Access to salary packaging, Employee Assistance Program, Fitness Passport and professional development support including CPD activities and research opportunities.
What you'll be doing
As a Radiation Therapist Level 2, you will undertake a full range of duties expected of the Radiation Therapist for the purpose of planning and delivering accurate and precise radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologists including patient care, playing a pro-active role in the multidisciplinary team. Key responsibilities will be to:
Undertake the full range of patient care, quality assurance, radiation therapy simulation, treatment and planning duties including immobilisation and accessory manufacture, ensuring patients are treated with dignity and compassion at all times.
Work closely with Radiation Oncologists to plan and deliver various types of radiation treatment with precision and accuracy, ensuring all radiation work is carried out according to the WSLHD radiation management plan.
Actively educate patients and carers regarding the radiation therapy process, anticipated side effects and management in conjunction with the radiation therapy nurses and Radiation Oncologists.
Participate in all quality assurance activities within the district, reporting and investigating errors and near misses in treatment delivery and maintaining a continuous programme of self-improvement.
Maintain current knowledge of all modern techniques and technologies including multimodality image-based treatment planning and delivery, completing all mandatory training and participating in research and development activities.
Apply online now!
Join NSW Health's leading radiation oncology team and enrich health in western Sydney in ways that truly matter every single day. At WSLHD our Radiation Therapists are central to delivering life-changing cancer treatment with cutting-edge technology. What are you waiting for - submit online your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date
Essential Requirement:
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: REQ641829
Applications Close: 8th April 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Kim Gilarte on Kim.Gilarte@health.nsw.gov.au
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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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