Head Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PET
- Lead and provide strategic technical direction for statewide PET services, including service operations, resources and radiopharmaceutical supply.
- Mentor and develop a PET team while driving quality improvement, policy, research, education and collaborative partnerships.
- Remain actively involved in nuclear medicine clinical practice, maintaining high standards of patient care, safety and service delivery.
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
Statewide – SA
- Location: Woodville
- Salary: AHP-4 $123,048 - $133,957 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
- Permanent Full Time
About the role
Are you an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact across PET services? As the Head Nuclear Medicine Technologist – PET, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping and advancing the delivery of high-quality Positron Emission Tomography services across the state. Bringing your specialist expertise, vision and passion for excellence, you will provide strategic technical direction, lead and mentor a dedicated team of PET professionals, and foster a positive, collaborative and supportive culture. You will oversee the effective management of service operations, including physical resources and PET radiopharmaceutical supply and availability, while ensuring the highest standards of clinical practice, safety and service delivery are maintained.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of PET services through innovation, continuous quality improvement, policy development, research and education. Working collaboratively with key stakeholders, multidisciplinary teams and health professionals, you will build strong partnerships, share your expertise and support the ongoing development of the service and its people. Importantly, you will remain actively involved in clinical practice, bringing your specialist knowledge and hands-on experience to support the delivery of exceptional patient care. If you are a passionate clinical leader who thrives on collaboration, values professional excellence and is motivated to make a lasting difference, we invite you to bring your expertise and leadership to this important role.
About You
You are an experienced and passionate Nuclear Medicine Technologist with advanced expertise in Positron Emission Tomography (PET), a strong commitment to clinical excellence and the confidence to lead, inspire and drive positive change. You bring a combination of specialist clinical knowledge, strategic thinking and collaborative leadership, along with:
- Qualifications and registration: An appropriate degree in Medical Radiation or equivalent, with eligibility for registration as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA), and the required South Australian licences for handling radioactive materials and operating radiation apparatus.
- Clinical expertise and experience: Extensive clinical experience in Nuclear Medicine, with advanced knowledge of PET, emerging technologies, radiopharmaceuticals and radiation safety. You have demonstrated experience in quality management, accreditation, protocol development and implementation, policy development and continuous improvement.
- Leadership and communication: Highly developed leadership, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships, influence and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, manage resources and lead organisational change while working autonomously.
- Safety, quality and professional knowledge: A sound understanding of healthcare safety and quality principles, risk management, relevant legislation, radiation protection and professional responsibilities. You are committed to maintaining high standards of practice, promoting a culture of safety and supporting education, research and the ongoing development of others.
About us
Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.
What we offer
- Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
- Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
- Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
- Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and inclusion:
Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
Application Information:
- Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
- Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
- SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.
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Application Closing Date
11:55 pm Sunday, 6 December 2026
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