Assistant Chief Radiographer - Radiographer

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Radiographer Lvl 5 Gde 1

Remuneration: 164131.87 - 164131.87 full time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: 35

Requisition ID: REQ668147

Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Midnight on 12 June 2026

For role related queries or questions contact

Sasko Kadiev on ***email_hidden***

At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network , every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives. As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

The Children’s Hospital at Westmead is seeking a Assistant Chief Radiographer with demonstrated experience across multiple imaging modalities and proven leadership capability. The successful applicant will support clinical service delivery while overseeing mandatory training, staff development, and undergraduate education programs.

You will demonstrate strong equipment management skills and the ability to manage staff rostering in a financially responsible manner, ensuring efficient service delivery. A commitment to maintaining a safe and high-quality environment for staff, patients, and families is essential.

What you'll be doing

1. Working in conjunction with the Chief MRS the Assistant Chief MRS is responsible for the operational management of staff within all modalities. Under the direction of the Chief MRS and Medical Imaging Directors they are accountable for the maintenance of high standards of imaging throughout the department and associated satellite departments. The Assistant Chief MRS will maintain an up-to-date knowledge of clinical service delivery whilst preserving professional competency standards and ethics. The Radiographer will complete all mandatory training and attend any lectures, tutorials, programs and development activities that management deems necessary. The incumbent will have a leadership role in progressing an integrated continuing professional development and quality program relevant to their professional requirements and recognised Accreditation programs.

2. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of clinical service delivery whilst overseeing mandatory training, staff and undergraduate education and training.

3. In conjunction with the chief MRS be responsible for preventative maintenance scheduling, breakdowns and repairs. This will incorporate equipment compliance, licencing and accreditation requirements.

4. To be responsible for coordinating staff and equipment to ensure the department operates under maximum efficiency and throughput 24 hours/ 7 days a week in a financially responsible manner inclusive of maintaining staff rosters (including allocation of annual leave) and payroll systems daily.

5. Provide a safe working environment and safe working practices for all staff in the department, including identify, analyse, evaluate and document all risks (e.g.: WHS, Corporate, Clinical, Financial, Legal, Technology) relevant to the department. Review and implement management strategies for all areas of concern, escalate to Chief MRS and or Medical Imaging Directors.

6. Maintain timely and efficient purchase orders for consumables as required by modalities, abiding by the Code of Conduct to ensure probity.

Additional Benefits (for eligible employees): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

How to Apply

Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:

• A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience

• Degree in Medical adiation Science or equivalent. EPA Radiation licence. AHPRA registration

• Evidence of strong and empowering leadership skills inclusive of motivation and advocacy with sound ability in conflict resolution and staff performance management with flexible empathic and perceptive interpersonal and staff liaison skills.

• Possess detailed knowledge of a wide range of imaging modalities, equipment maintenance, picture archiving and communications systems, Policy and procedures in Radiology including proven ability to instruct Radiographers and other health workers in techniques appropriate to the equipment being used and the procedures being performed in the Radiology Department

• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office applications, Incident Management System, Human Resource & Financial management applications, computerised rostering systems and Radiology Information Systems.

• Ability to organise workload to ensure staff and equipment are utilised efficiently and effectively using demonstrated effective communication skills both verbal and written. Demonstrated experience in staff rostering and floor manager responsibilities.

• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills with team building expertise and negotiation skills as well as the ability and experience in applying change management strategies.

• Experience implementing RANZCR Accreditation guidelines, DIAS and ACHS accreditation standards into routine departmental practices.

Strong appreciation for applying imaging strategies to children and young people and the families.

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Child Safe Standards

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent

NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [email protected]

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

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