The Radionuclide Imaging & Therapy Physician will be involved in reporting PET/CT scans from an ultra-extended field of-view scanner, the Siemens Biograph Vision Quadra, that is changing molecular imaging practice. The Physician will work as a part of a highly experienced multidisciplinary team to provide effective person-centred diagnosis. They will also be involved in theranostic trials.
Key responsibilities
Prescribe, supervise and interpret PET/CT and nuclear medicine studies, providing accurate and timely reports adhering to established protocols
Take relevant history from patients and perform examinations when required for correlation with scan findings
Obtain informed consents for clinical trials
Serve as a point of contact for technologists, nurses, receptionists, and other physicians both within and beyond the service
Be available to address any clinical needs that arise within the department
Assist in the administration of Radionuclide Therapies
Communicate critical/urgent findings to referring physicians in a timely manner
Actively participate in clinical meetings, tutorials, quality assurance, and other meetings as directed
Be involved in research through protocol development, ethics submission,
data collection and analysis leading to publications and presentations at conferences, seminars, or other relevant events
Provide continuing education to the team, fostering a learning setting that promotes excellence in clinical practice
About you
Primary medical qualification (MBBS, MD or equivalent)
AHPRA registration
Completed core training in nuclear medicine
Sound knowledge of molecular imaging techniques (required) and therapeutic nuclear medicine (desirable)
Evidence of a track record in research relative to chance
Excellent teaching and training ability
Demonstrating commitment to high quality patient care
Commitment to profession-led regulation and ethical practice
Effective collaboration and teamwork with excellent communication skills at all levels
Ability to effectively manage matters of patient safety and quality of care
About us
The Melbourne Theranostic Innovation Centre (MTIC), founded by Professor Rod Hicks, a pioneer of PET and therapeutic nuclear medicine in Australia, is delivering a paradigm-shift in patient-centred precision medicine.
📌 Nuclear Medicine Physician North Melbourne
🏢 Melbourne Theranostic Innovation Centre
📍 North Melbourne
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