Radiologist - Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District

The organisationNepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is part of NSW Health and cares for communities across Penrith, the Blue Mountains, the Hawkesbury and Lithgow. Guided by its vision, Together, Achieving Better Health, the District is focused on safe, equitable, high quality and timely care that responds to the needs of patients and the community.Nepean Hospital is the District’s major referral and teaching hospital. The District is committed to clinical care, research and innovation, and to a workplace culture that supports high performing teams and individuals to grow. Its CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment shape how teams work together every day.NBMLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and inclusion. Applications are encouraged from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.See why people join the District: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2FVDzrwYZI Explore the District’s people and achievements: https://www.youtube.com/user/NepeanBlueMtsLHD Learn more about NBMLHD: https://www.nbmlhd.health.nsw.gov.au/ The opportunityNBMLHD is seeking two Staff Specialists in Radiology (up to 2.0 FTE in total) to join the Department of Medical Imaging at Nepean Hospital. These permanent roles are open on a full time or part time basis and offer the chance to make a real difference to patient outcomes across a growing region.Working alongside the Head of Department and a skilled multidisciplinary team, you will:Report plain films, perform fluoroscopic examinations and supervise ultrasound, CT, angiography and interventional proceduresTake part in the on call roster and a rostered imaging service to Blue Mountains District Anzac Memorial Hospital, supported by teleradiologySupervise and teach junior medical staff and contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate educationContribute to research, quality improvement, peer review and the governance of the departmentMRI reporting is available to radiologists participating in the FRANZCR accreditation program. Appointees may also be eligible for credentialing and privileging across other NBMLHD facilities.About youYou are a radiologist who puts patients first, enjoys teaching and does your best work as part of a team. You will bring: Fellowship of RANZCR, or RACP and/or RACS with CCINR registration, or equivalent specialist recognitionRegistration, or eligibility for registration, with AHPRASound clinical knowledge in radiology and its subspecialties, with evidence of quality assurance and ongoing professional developmentStrong communication skills and a genuine commitment to teamwork, teaching and junior medical staff supervisionAn interest in research and continuous improvementApplicants expecting to be awarded their Fellowship within six months may be considered. If successful, appointment can only commence once all relevant qualifications and requirements are formally complete.What’s on OfferPermanent full time or part time appointment under the Staff Specialists (State) AwardA broad and varied case mix, including angiography and interventional workAccess to MRI reporting through the FRANZCR accreditation programScope to credential across other facilities in the DistrictMeaningful teaching and research opportunities in a teaching hospital settingA collaborative, values-led culture focused on improving the health of the local communityImportant informationConditions of appointment are in accordance with the Health Services Act 1997 and the Staff Specialists (State) AwardEmployees and contractors must abide by the NSW Health Code of ConductA Working with Children Check issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian is required: https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-checkSuccessful applicants must obtain the required vaccinations before starting: https://www1.health.nsw.gov.au/pds/Pages/doc.aspx?dn=PD2024_015 How to Apply For a confidential discussion or role related questions, please contact Ellie Nissan and Rhodie Miller of The Orchard Talent Group on (02) 9157 6223 or email NBMLHD@orchardtalent.com.au. To apply please submit your current CV and a brief cover letter via the link. Please note applicants must have a legal right to work in Australia. Applications close Sunday 15th November The Orchard Talent Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.