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Medical Physics Specialist - Shoalhaven Cancer Care Centre (SCCC) - job post

Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District
3.9 out of 5 stars
Wollongong NSW
$136,653 - $207,517 a year - Full-time
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Pay

  • $136,653 - $207,517 a year

Job type

  • Full-time

Location

Wollongong NSW

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Gym membership
  • Employee assistance program
  • Salary packaging

Full job description

Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District

Reference number
REQ667524
Occupation
Medical Physicist
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Wollongong & The South Coast
Salary Information
$136653 - $207517
Closing date
21 June 2026 at 11:59pm


With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

$136,653 - $207,517 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time until 13 August 2028 | Shoalhaven Cancer Care Centre (SCCC) | REQ667524 | Grade: Medical Physics Specialist | Applications close: 21 June 2026

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

The Medical Physics Specialist (MPS) will work under the direction of the Director and Deputy Director of Medical Physics. The MPS will perform duties requiring medical physics knowledge. These include physics quality assurance of treatment planning and treatment delivery processes and devices. The MPS will contribute to projects which ensure the provision of more comprehensive or accurate radiotherapy dosimetry and calculation methods.

The MPS is expected to work as part of a team to improve and introduce new medical physics approaches and techniques to the clinical radiotherapy service at the Illawarra-Shoalhaven Cancer Care Service. The MPS will be required to contribute to the establishment of radiation oncology physics standards and procedures.

The MPS is expected to articulate a strong co-operative approach with radiation therapists, radiation oncologists and other specialist groups within the department. The MPS will be based at the Shoalhaven Cancer Care Centre but may occasionally be required to work at the Illawarra Cancer Care Centre or attend both sites from time to time for operational or educational purposes. Opportunities exist for suitable candidates to participate in research collaborations and receive honorary appointments with the Centre for Medical Radiation Physics at the University of Wollongong.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A little about us.

Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital is the main referral hospital for the Shoalhaven region, providing emergency care, medical, surgical and orthopaedic services. The hospital has an Intensive Care Unit focusing on high dependency and coronary patients, Children’s Ward and Maternity Unit, as well as a purpose-built regional Cancer Care Centre.

The hospital is currently undergoing a significant $440M redevelopment that will redefine how healthcare is delivered within the Region. Once complete in mid-2026, the new seven-storey Acute Services Building and refurbishments on the current hospital site will bring a focus on career development. allowing you to grow your career, acquire new skills and advance professionally as the hospital continues to develop. There has never been a better time to join the progressive and expanding team in the Shoalhaven providing the highest standard of care to the Shoalhaven community.

To about the redevelopment, visit our website or watch the flythrough of the new hospital here.

There are many benefits of living and working in the Shoalhaven. The region is home to some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches, waterways and National Parks - with Jervis Bay and Kangaroo Valley only a short, 20-minute drive away – and is also host to many annual food and arts festivals and events.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:


- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay

- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

  • Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

  • Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
  • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • ACPSEM certification in Radiation Oncology Medical Physics or Radiotherapy Commissioning and Quality Assurance. Consideration will also be given to candidates who have completed the TEAP written exam and expect to complete the practical exam within 12 months.
  • MSc or PhD in physics or medical physics as recognised by ACPSEM.
  • Eligible to hold an IA29 radiation licence issued by NSW Environment Protection Authority
  • Valid NSW Drivers Licence

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

  • Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
  • Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
  • Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
  • Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
  • For role-related queries or help applying, contact Joanne McNamara on Joanne.McNamara@health.nsw.gov.au

ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.
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