Radiation and Laser Safety Officer

Overview

NBMLHD is a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, providing a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region. The Nepean Blue Mountains Health District offers Medical Imaging (Radiology), Nuclear Medicine, and Nuclear Medical Therapy procedures to diagnose, assess, and treat patients’ injuries or diseases.

We are seeking a dedicated professional to lead radiation and laser safety across the district. In this pivotal role, you’ll provide expert medical physics services while ensuring compliance with the NSW Radiation Control Act and Regulation. You’ll champion safe practices, advise on hazard mitigation, and maintain systems that keep staff, patients, and visitors protected. From managing the Radiation Safety Committee to leading incident response and policy development, you’ll be at the forefront of safety and innovation.

Join NBMLHD to make a meaningful impact in a role where your expertise protects lives and shapes safer healthcare environments.

What You Will Do

Lead radiation and laser safety across NBMLHD; provide expert medical physics services; ensure compliance with NSW Radiation Control Act and Regulation. Manage or contribute to Radiation Safety Committee activities, incident response, and policy development. Promote safe practices and hazard mitigation to protect staff, patients, and visitors.

What You Will Bring To The Role

• Australasian College of Physical Scientists and Engineers in Medicine (ACPSEM) Certification in one of the key radiation physics disciplines : Diagnostic Imaging Medical Physics (DIMP), Radiation Oncology Medical Physics (ROMP) OR for suitable experienced physicists or overseas candidates, the ability to achieve ACPSEM certification in one of these disciplines within 12 months.
• Hold or eligible to apply for a current NSW EPA license to use ionising radiation apparatus and radioactive substances (medical physics specialist) and hold or eligible to apply for a radiation license with the appropriate conditions as an RSO (IA18 / S18) under the NSW Radiation Control Act. Note : if the role is part-time and only medical physics duties apply, then only the NSW EPA licence is required.
• Demonstrated recent experience working as a Medical Physics Specialist in a health or related setting.
• Demonstrated experience in applying radiation control legislation and relevant codes of safe practice within a health care environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work autonomously and manage priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced and complex environment.
• Ability to contribute to research programs and collaborate with universities for education and research.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to discuss radiation issues with colleagues, patients, internal and external stakeholders, and the public; ability to analyze complex information, synthesize findings, and prepare briefs, reports and plans on radiation safety matters.
• Current driver’s license (P2 acceptable) and willingness to use it for work purposes, including travel to all NBMLHD facilities.

Eligibility and Employment Details

Employment of a temporary visa holder may occur only if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia is identified and must not exceed the visa duration or conditions.

Benefits Available To Eligible NBMLHD Employees

NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please refer to the Child Safe Standards.

For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please refer to the application guidance.

Need More Information

Position Description and role details are available through NBMLHD’s resources. For role related queries, contact Natasha Lathwell at Natasha.Lathwell@health.nsw.gov.au.

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