At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide direct clinical care to medical imaging patients and support best practices.
- Company: Join Townsville Hospital and Health Service, a leader in healthcare for North Queensland.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, relocation assistance, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Permanent part-time role with flexible work options and strong university partnerships.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle in North Queensland.
- Qualifications: Bachelor of Nursing and experience in Medical Imaging procedures required.
The predicted salary is between 44 - 57 $ per hour.
The role of the registered nurse is to provide direct clinical care to the medical imaging patients (including inpatients and outpatients), supporting the application of best practice. Registered Nurses perform nursing care across a range of subspecialties including scrub/scout for procedures and post anaesthetic recovery care, experience in Medical Imaging Nursing preferred. Ideally seeking applicants with Medical Imaging experience. The successful applicant if relocating to Townsville will be offered relocation assistance up to $3,000.
About the Department: Medical Imaging provides general x-ray, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine & PET, Angiography, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound. Specialty services consist of neuro, vascular and radiology interventional procedures and a nurse led PICC insertion team. Medical Imaging provides a diagnostic and interventional service to the Townsville Hospital and Health Service as well as to other health services in North Queensland. Interventional services include Radiology, Neuro and Vascular Intervention. Speech pathology, Renal and Vascular services also utilise sessions within medical imaging.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a permanent part-time role, working 48 hours per fortnight.
Role requirements:
- Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
- Demonstrate clinical skills in IV cannulation, peripheral inserted central catheters (PICC), experience in Medical Imaging Neuro, Radiology and Vascular procedures.
- On-call: Appointees will be required to participate in an on-call.
- Wearing of Designated PPE: staff appointed to the position need to wear protective lead PPE in compliance with Radiation Safety precautions. Staff will be required to wear this PPE for varying periods of time.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
About the Employer: Townsville Hospital and Health Service is a leading tertiary and referral service providing high-quality healthcare to North Queensland communities. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where you can expand your clinical expertise, build leadership capability, and access ongoing education and professional development opportunities. With modern healthcare facilities, strong university partnerships, flexible work options, and the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed North Queensland lifestyle, Townsville HHS is a great place to build a rewarding career.
About the Candidate: The Townsville University Hospital are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with prior clinical skills in IV cannulation, peripheral inserted central catheters, experience in Medical Imaging Neuro, Radiology & Vascular procedures.
Work Environment: Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements. Salary range: $44.27 - $56.79 p.h. (NG5) 5 weeks (pro rata) annual leave with 17.5% loading Locality and Uniform allowance Professional Development allowance and leave 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available.
Registered Nurses employer: The Townsville University Hospital
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and career growth. With access to cutting-edge medical practices and a strong community-driven ethos, employees enjoy a balanced lifestyle in beautiful North Queensland, alongside competitive salaries and generous leave entitlements.
Contact Details:
The Townsville University Hospital Recruitment Team
