About the role
Who are we?
The Department of Health is an innovative and dynamic organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our community. We are committed to providing the highest levels of healthcare and services across Tasmania.
Who are we looking for?
Applications are invited from Radiation Therapists interested in being considered for fixed-term full time, part-time or casual employment periods up to 12 months.
You will be required to carry out the planning and treatment of patients with X-rays, electrons or radiation from sealed sources as prescribed by a Radiation Oncologist. Associated duties including patient care, general and technical administration.
Where could you work?
Vacancies may be located across multiple sites, including:
- Royal Hobart Hospital
- Launceston General Hospital
- North West Regional Hospital
Why join our employment register?
Be considered for a wide range of roles as they arise Gain experience across multiple services and locations Access flexible employment options Contribute to impactful, person‑centred healthcare delivery This register will remain open until 30 June 2028 and will be reviewed on a regular basis.
Please note that inclusion on this register does not preclude other Allied Health positions being advertised separately if required.
To view current vacancies, visit: https://www.jobs.tas.gov.au/agency/department_of_health
Salary: $85,011 - $129,684 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Radiation Therapists Agreement 2025
Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
- Registered with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
- Generic Radiation Therapist (Statewide) RT1-2 (May 2024) CSU.docx
Application Guide:
- Applicant Guide.docx
How to apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
Contacts
Further information on the area you wish to register an interest in may be obtained by contacting the relevant person listed below:
Royal Hobart Hospital
Michael Young
(03) 6222 8616
michael.young@ths.tas.gov.au
Launceston General Hospital
Natalie Kidd
(03) 6777 6159
natalie.kidd@ths.tas.gov.au
North West Regional Hospital
David Gration
(03)6493 6039
david.gration@ths.tas.gov.au
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!
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One Health Podcast - Spotify
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Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.