POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Medical Imaging Technologist

Position Number A002499 Level/ Classification: HEW0606

Reports to Clinical Director

Unit The Animal Hospital

Directorate School of Veterinary Medicine

Positions Supervised Nil

Position Purpose

The key purpose of this role is to perform high quality diagnostic imaging procedures for small

and large animals in The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University.

About Murdoch University

Murdoch University helps people discover how to make a difference, through education and

research endeavours, and remains one of the most inclusive universities in the country,

providing students with quality education and recognised academic standing within an

engaging and caring environment. We are a university for all, irrespective of background and

social standing with a focus on social equity, self-direction and freedom of thought and belief.

With a student body of more than 18,000 and over 2,000 employees, the University has 3

campuses in the Perth metro area and Centres in Singapore, Malaysia and Dubai. Murdoch

University is deeply committed to both its immediate local and international regions and has

strong links to government, business and the community.

Our Strategic Plan and Future Horizon 2017-2027 outlines an ambitious blueprint for

development and growth, with a focus on one purpose: to be a creative force for current and

future generations.

We are clear about our two core goals: to educate free thinkers who thrive in society and are

sought after by employers; and, to provide life changing solutions for the world’s big

challenges through our outstanding translational research and innovative practice.

About the Work Area

Murdoch University is home to the only Veterinary College in Western Australia, and its

prestigious teaching hospital provides the clinical facility that enables students to have the

clinical ‘hands-on’ opportunity. It also provides a service to community through its team of

top specialists who oversee the care and treatment of all animals referred to the Hospital.

The Animal Hospital At Murdoch University (TAHMU) aims to provide an environment where

high professional and clinical standards, based on available scientific evidence, are tempered

with genuine care and compassion.

Reporting Relationships

Clinical Director

Medical Imaging Senior Manager - Strategy

Technologist and Commercial Operations

Key Responsibilities / Duties

1. In conjunction with the licensee(s), perform high quality diagnostic imaging

procedures for both small and large animals including all imaging modalities, intra-

operative procedures, image intensifier procedures, contrast procedures and

assisting with ultrasound special procedures.

2. Competently and safely perform routine MRI and CT scans including assisting with

interventional studies performed by clinicians. Be responsible for the safety of all

personnel within the hazardous environments.

3. Provide support and training to veterinary students and veterinary nurses in the

Diagnostic Imaging section as required.

4. Communicate effectively with staff and external clients.

5. Strict adherence to University and TAHMU policies, procedures, and protocols. Strict

adherence with The Veterinary Surgeons’ Act of WA, Radiological Council of Western

Australia Regulations and other veterinary industry related Acts and Regulations.

6. Establish and enforce radiation safety practices and protocols for staff and students

working in the Diagnostic Imaging department in accordance with current legislation

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covered by the Radiation Protection in Veterinary Medicine: CODE OF PRACTICE &

SAFETY GUIDE.

7. Assist with the setup, operation, and maintenance all imaging and ancillary

equipment. Perform routine troubleshooting and problem solving, organise

maintenance schedules, non-routine repairs and liaise with service companies.

8. Assist with the documentation and archiving of all records and materials entering the

Diagnostic Imaging facility including database entries, image teaching files, the

radiology resource library and the Picture Archive and Communication System (PACS)

maintenance and administration.

9. Enter account details and other relevant patient data on the hospital computer

system and maintain accurate hospital patient records in a timely manner.

10. Ensure accurate and complete estimations and billing of all cases during shift and

adhere to relevant hospital policy.

11. Assist with maintaining the film badge radiation monitoring system, radiation

records, radiation staff licence records and routine radiation checks and liaise with

Radiation Health as necessary.

12. Perform routine equipment quality control, maintenance procedures and domestic

cleaning as required.

13. Ensure adequate stocks of consumables are purchased and maintained and liaise with

suppliers. Participate in stock take as required.

14. Manage workflow efficiently and autonomously within the department and ensure all

necessary duties are completed in a timely manner.

15. Maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of specified University software packages

and Microsoft Office applications.

Guiding Principles and Values / Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct

The founding principles upon which Murdoch University was established continue unabated

today. We continue to be guided by the principles of:

• Equity and Social Justice

• Opportunity

• Sustainability

• Global Responsibility
  

These Murdoch principles come to life through our culture as evidenced by being an

institution where the following are clear:

• Integrity

• Respect and Diversity

• Purpose

• Excellence and Future-focus
  

All staff will comply with the University’s Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct and

demonstrate a commitment to its Equity, Diversity and Safety principles and the general

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capabilities of personal effectiveness, working collaboratively and demonstrating a focus on

results.

All Staff are to complete a Development Review Annually. Details of the University policies

on Development Review can be accessed here. A Commencing Development Review should

be completed within 3 months of commencement.

All staff will comply with the Animal Ethics ‘Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals

for Scientific Purposes’ and undertake mandatory animal ethics training.

Selection Criteria

Essential

1. Completion of a Bachelor of Science (Medical Imaging Science) or equivalent.

2. A minimum of two years’ experience in medical and/or veterinary diagnostic imaging

procedures.

3. Experience in CT and MRI.

4. Experience with computer systems and software used in diagnostic imaging practices,

in particular PACS software.

5. Experience with computer systems used in veterinary practices, in particular with

RxWorks.

6. Knowledge and understanding of procedures and regulations pertaining to radiation

safety.

7. Current Radiation Licence with the Radiological Council of Western Australia.

8. Excellent organisational, time and workload management skills, including the ability to

prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines.

9. Highly effective communication, customer service and interpersonal skills, and the

demonstrated ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with staff at all levels

of the organisation.

10. Demonstrated ability to use initiative, assume responsibility for tasks and projects and

to resolve problems.

11. Proven ability to work independently as well as fitting seamlessly into a team

environment.

12. Demonstrated computer literacy (including, familiarity with the MS Office suite of

programmes).

Work Requirements

1. Ability to work outside of normal office hours when required.

2. Be able to provide evidence of appropriate vaccination or immunity in accordance with the

University’s Immunisation Policy. Please check the Immunisation Policy if the role requires

this)

3. This role has been identified as requiring mandatory COVID19 Vaccination. You will be

required to provide evidence of appropriate vaccination for COVID-19 in accordance with the

relevant government mandate (or formally granted medical exemption) to be employed in

this position.

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