Health Employees' Medical Radiation Scientists
(State) Award 2019
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS
COMMISSION OF NEW SOUTH WALES
Application by NSW Industrial Registrar.
(Case No. 205745 of 2019)
Before Chief Commissioner Kite
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11 July 2019
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AWARD
PART A
Arrangement
Clause No. Subject
Matter
1 Definitions
2 Salaries
3 Conditions
of Service
4 Dispute
Resolution
5 Anti-Discrimination
6 No Extra
Claims
7 Area,
Incidence and Duration
PART B
MONETARY RATES
Table 1 - Salaries and Allowances
PART A
1. Definitions
"Employer" means the Secretary of the Ministry of
Health exercising employer functions on behalf of the Government of New South
Wales.
"Health Service" means a Local Health District constituted
under section 17 of the Health Services
Act 1997, a Statutory Health Corporation constituted under section 41 of
that Act, and an Affiliated Health Organisation recognised under section 62 of
that Act.
"Hospital" means a public hospital as defined in
section 15 of the Health Services Act
1997.
"MRPB" means the Medical Radiation Practice Board
of Australia.
"SPP" - Supervised Practice Program
"Union" means the Health Services Union NSW.
"MEDICAL RADIATION SCIENTIST (MRS)
(DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHERS)"
"Diagnostic Radiographer" means a person who holds
a Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science in Diagnostic Radiography and holds a
Statement of Accreditation issued by the Australian Institute of
Radiography. From 1 July 2012 Diagnostic
Radiographers are required to hold registration with the MRPB.
MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) Qualifications:
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science
(Diagnostic Radiography).
Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Radiation Science) -
(Diagnostic Radiography).
Successful completion of a Diagnostic
Radiography course recognised by the employer and the MRPB.
Accreditation by the Australian Institute
of Radiography (AIR). From 1 July 2012, must hold registration with the
MRPB.
LEVEL 1
Progression from Level 1 to Level 2 is automatic upon
completion of the SPP (full-time or part-time equivalent) in an approved
department. The MRS at this level must
have been granted provisional accreditation by the AIR. From 1 July 2012, the MRS at this level must
have been granted provisional registration by the MRPB. The Level 2 progression
shall be retrospective to the SPP completion anniversary date.
The Medical Radiation Scientist (MRS) (Diagnostic
Radiographers) at this level is employed in an approved department during their
first year post-graduation from a recognised university undergraduate course.
This year may be referred to as their Provisional Development Year or PDY.
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level shall
develop a capacity to apply knowledge, skills, professional judgement and show
initiative in solving routine professional issues involving patient care,
radiation safety, work health and safety (WHS), manual handling and QA. They
will be expected to work in an environment where there are multi-disciplinary
teams.
LEVEL 2 (Years 1 - 5)
Progression through Level 2 is automatic, and occurs
annually on the MRS’ (Diagnostic Radiographer) anniversary. This level also
maintains those who are still on the "thereafter" rate.
To satisfy the criteria for progression to Level 2 the MRS
(Diagnostic Radiographer) will have completed the requirements for their SPP.
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographers) at this level:
• Demonstrates
independent and significant professional knowledge and judgement to acquire and
exhibit competency in all appropriate clinical tasks.
• Begins
to take an active part in multidisciplinary teams and gain experience in the
more complex modalities of their department, including quality improvement/
assurance programmes, work health and safety issues and radiation safety.
• Is
expected to provide a high level of patient care and management with an
understanding of patient needs and psychology, and continue to develop their
knowledge regarding work health and safety issues (e.g. manual handling,
infection control, etc.).
• Demonstrates
significant ongoing commitment to continuing professional education and
actively participates in undergraduate student education and departmental
in-service lectures.
LEVEL 3
Grade 1 (Years 1 - 2:
Specialist MRS)
At completion of one-year full-time (or part-time
equivalent) at Level 3, Grade 1, Year 1, the MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) will
automatically progress to Level 3, Grade 1, Year 2.
A MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) may apply for a personal
regrading to this level after not less than two years’ experience post
accreditation or registration (i.e. Level 2, Year 2). The MRS (Diagnostic
Radiographer) must display a suitable level of professionalism, as determined
by their peers (Level 4 or above), and develop competency in at least one
sub-speciality from the list below. A
panel of at least three Chief MRS (Diagnostic Radiographers) or their representative
will assess the application.
The relevant Health Service may also establish such
positions at Level 3, Grade 1 or 2 as it deems appropriate from time-to-time.
The profession of MRS (Diagnostic Radiography) is free to
bring forward new technologies and procedures as they develop with a view to
gaining agreement of their inclusion in the criteria listed below.
MRS (Diagnostic Radiographers) seeking appointment to Level
3, Grade 1 shall be required to demonstrate a high level of knowledge and
proficiency in complex clinical procedures including but not confined to:
• Education
• Applied
Computer Science (including PACS)
• Paediatrics
• Clinical
Supervisor
• QA
• Radiation
Safety & Assessment
• CT
• Angiography
• Intra-operative
interventional techniques
• MRI
• Ultrasound
• Mammography/Breast
Imaging
• General/Trauma
Radiography
• Dental
Imaging
• Software
development and application.
In addition, MRS (Diagnostic Radiographers) at this level are expected to:
• Demonstrate
a level of participation in teaching programs within and/or outside the
establishment. This teaching may include
undergraduate, postgraduate students, other health professionals, patients and
their carers and the public in a field relevant to
Diagnostic Radiography.
• Demonstrate
an ability to supervise and be responsible for other MRS’ (Diagnostic
Radiographers).
• Demonstrate
an ability to supervise and assess clinical experience of MRS (Diagnostic
Radiography) undergraduate students.
Provide liaison between the universities and the clinical setting.
• Be able
to demonstrate active participation and involvement in development of
techniques through associated reports, presentations, conferences, publications
or work place in-service lectures.
• Contribute
to Quality Assurance activities.
• Display
judgement and demonstrate a high level of initiative and independence in
problem solving.; or
Possess a post graduate certificate in a relevant area of
specialisation.
LEVEL 3
Grade 2 (Years 1 - 2:
Consultant MRS)
At completion of one year full-time (or part-time
equivalent) at Level 3, Grade 2, Year 1, the MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) will
automatically progress to Level 3, Grade 2, Year 2.
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) after not less than the
completion of 12 months service at Level 3, Grade 1, Year
2 may apply to the Chief MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) for personal progression
to Level 3, Grade 2. The applicant will be assessed by a panel of at least
three Chief MRS’ (Diagnostic Radiographers) or their representatives.
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level will have
extensive clinical expertise related to specific areas/modalities and be able
to demonstrate a high level of competency and a consistently high standard of
practice, as outlined in Level 3, Grade 1 and as determined by their peers
(Level 4 and above). They will be
expected to demonstrate their expertise through the development and maintenance
of protocols, clinical reviews, teaching and delivery of in-service and
presentations of papers/publications related to their area of expertise at
departmental level and at conferences at national or international level. They may be called on in an advisory capacity
to assist other MRS (Diagnostic Radiographers) with difficulties encountered
within specific situations relating to their area of expertise.
Applicants should have substantiated reports by Senior MRS
(Diagnostic Radiographers) Level 4 or above and/or Staff Specialists. The reports should focus on the expertise,
judgement, and provision of advice by the applicant, together with the impact
on services provided by the department arising from the work of the
applicant. A minimum of two reports
should be included and at least one must be from an MRS. (Diagnostic
Radiographer). This wider acknowledgment of their expertise may be for example,
in publications in peer-reviewed journals.
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) Level 3, Grade 2 may also
be designated as the Clinical Imaging Educator/Tutor.
This position would be responsible to the Chief MRS
(Diagnostic Radiographer) for the identification, provision and delivery of
continuing education for MRS (Diagnostic Radiographers) with both clinical and
general management components. In addition, responsible for the co-ordination
and determined service delivery of the educator/tutor function for
undergraduates on clinical placement and MRS (Diagnostic Radiographers)
undergoing the SPP.
LEVEL 3
Grade 3
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level must have
obtained an appropriate recognised postgraduate diploma allied to their area of
expertise. This refers to post graduate
diploma in areas such as (but not restricted to) ultrasound, CT, MRI,
mammography, angiography, QA, management, education, research or IT. Such applicable diplomas must be relevant to
the area of specialisation.
LEVEL 4
Grade 1 (Years 1 - 2:
Section Manager/Assistant Chief MRS/Sole Chief MRS)
At completion of one year full-time (or part-time
equivalent) at Level 4, Grade 1, Year 1, the MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) will
automatically progress to Level 4, Grade 1 Year 2.
A MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level would manage
the operations of a section or functional unit (specialist or general) within
the Diagnostic Radiology department and discharge the associated administrative
duties. These operations include day to
day management, throughput and patient care, patient scheduling as well as
immediate staffing. The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer)
would be responsible to the Assistant Chief MRS (Assistant Chief Diagnostic
Radiographer) or the Chief MRS (Chief Diagnostic Radiographer) for the overall
QA, organisation, activities and maintenance of standards within the particular
specialised section; or
MRS’ (Diagnostic Radiographers) at this level may be a sole Chief
MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) responsible to a Health Manager for both the
clinical and financial management of the Imaging Department; or
An MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level may be an Assistant
Chief MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) within a department with 4-7 FTE MRS
(Diagnostic Radiographers) in addition to other associated department staff
e.g. clerical, hospital assistants, etc; or
Possess a Master’s Degree in an area of Medical Radiation
Science specialisation which is relevant to medical imaging and which will
benefit the profession. Eligibility requires a minimum of three years
equivalent clinical practice after successful completion of a SPP.
LEVEL 4
Grade 2
An MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level would manage
an area of the Diagnostic Radiology department with at least two specialist
modalities such as 2 CT units or 2 Angiographic units; or
Two imaging sections within a tertiary
referral teaching hospital e.g. Operating Suite and General Radiography.
In a department of only one specialist modality it may be
appropriate to have only one position at this level but the focus of the
position would be the decision of the relevant Health Service.
The areas referred to in this section would include a number
of imaging sections or units, such as all CT units or all angiographic
units. The manager of the area would
have the responsibility for the overall organisation of the designated area and
be responsible for tasks such as coordinated implementation of existing and new
techniques, creation of protocols for scheduling and training, overall waiting
list management and ensuring all resources are used in the most effective
manner; or
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level may be a
Chief MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) who manages a department with 2-3 FTE MRS
(Diagnostic Radiographers) in addition to other associated department staff
e.g. clerical, hospital assistants; or
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level may be an
Assistant Chief MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) within a department with 8-14 FTE
MRS’ (Diagnostic Radiographers) in addition to other associated department
staff e.g. clerical, hospital assistants, etc; or
At this level the MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) will have
the duties and responsibilities of an MRS Section Manager (Level 4 Grade 1) but
possess a post graduate diploma or Master’s degree in an area of relevance to
their position. The post graduate diploma/Master’s degree will have been completed
after a minimum four years clinical experience. Such a position is to receive
accelerated progression to Level 4, Grade 2, Year 2.
LEVEL 5
Grade 1
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level is a Chief
MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) who manages a department with 4-7 FTE MRS
(Diagnostic Radiographers) in addition to other associated departmental staff
e.g. clerical, hospital assistants, etc; or
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level is an
Assistant Chief MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) within a department with 15 - 19
FTE MRS (Diagnostic Radiographers) in addition to other associated departmental
staff e.g. clerical, hospital assistants, etc; or
At this level the MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) is responsible
for coordinating and managing a complex function for example, but not limited
to: IT, PACS/RIS, CT, US etc. across a Local Health District(s); or
Has completed a PhD in a relevant area of
specialisation.
LEVEL 5
Grade 2
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level is a Chief
MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) who manages a department with 8-14 FTE MRS
(Diagnostic Radiographers) in addition to other associated departmental staff
e.g. clerical, hospital assistants, etc; or
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level is an
Assistant Chief MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) within a department with 20-24
FTE MRS (Diagnostic Radiographers) in addition to other associated departmental
staff e.g. clerical, hospital assistants, etc.
LEVEL 5
Grade 3
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level is a Chief
MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) who manages a department with 15-19 FTE MRS
(Diagnostic radiographers) in addition to other associated departmental staff
e.g. clerical, hospital assistants, etc; or
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level is an
Assistant Chief MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) within a department with more
than 24 FTE MRS (Diagnostic Radiographers) in addition to other associated
departmental staff e.g. clerical, hospital assistants etc.
LEVEL 6
Grade 1
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level is a Chief
MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) who manages a department with 20-24 FTE MRS
(Diagnostic Radiographers) in addition to other associated departmental staff
e.g. clerical, hospital assistants etc.
LEVEL 6
Grade 2
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level is a Chief
MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) who manages a department with 25-30 FTE MRS (Diagnostic
Radiographers) in addition to other associated departmental staff e.g.
clerical, hospital assistants, etc.
LEVEL 6
Grade 3
The MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) at this level is a Chief
MRS (Diagnostic Radiographer) who manages a department with 31 or more FTE MRS
(Diagnostic Radiographers) in addition to other associated departmental staff
e.g. clerical, hospital assistants, etc.
NB: FTEs refer to establishment radiographer positions only.
"MEDICAL
RADIATION SCIENTIST (MRS) (NUCLEAR MEDICINE)"
A MRS (Nuclear Medicine) means a person who has acquired a
Bachelor of Applied Science in Medical Radiation Science - Nuclear Medicine or equivalent qualifications recognised by the MRPB and currently
holds a radiation license under the Radiation Control Act 1990. From 1
July 2012, an MRS (Nuclear Medicine) must hold registration with the MRPB. Employees employed as MRS (Nuclear Medicine)
are classified into six levels as follows:
LEVEL 1 - SPP MRS
(Nuclear Medicine)
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level are employed in an
Australian and New Zealand Society of Nuclear Medicine (ANZSNM) approved
department during their first year post graduation from a university
undergraduate or postgraduate course/program recognised by the MRPB. This year
may be referred to as their Supervised Practice Program (SPP).
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level shall develop a
capacity to apply knowledge, skills, professional judgement and show initiative
in solving routine professional issues involving patient care, radiation
safety, work health and safety, and manual handling.
Progression from Level 1 to Level 2 is upon completion of
their SPP (full-time or part-time equivalent) in an approved department. The
MRS (Nuclear Medicine) SPP must also have been granted accreditation with the
ANZSNM.
NB. The level 2 progression shall be retrospective to their
successful completion of their SPP.
LEVEL 2 (Years 1 - 5)
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level has completed at
least one year full-time employment or equivalent in an ANZSNM approved
Department and obtained their accreditation.
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level:
Demonstrates independent and significant
professional knowledge and judgement when performing clinical tasks.
Begins to take an active part in multidisciplinary teams and
gain experience in the more complex Nuclear Medicine procedures including
Quality Improvement / Assurance programmes.
Is expected to provide a high level of patient care and
continue to develop their knowledge regarding work place safety issues (e.g.
manual handling, work health and safety).
Demonstrates significant ongoing commitment to continuing
education and participates in undergraduate student education and departmental
in-service lectures
Progression through Level 2 is automatic, and occurs
annually on the MRS’ (Nuclear Medicine) anniversary of accreditation or
registration.
LEVEL 3
Grade 1 (Years 1-2:
Specialist MRS (Nuclear Medicine))
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) may apply for a personal
regrading to this level after not less than two years’ experience post
accreditation or registration (full-time or part-time equivalent). The MRS
(Nuclear Medicine) must display a suitable level of professionalism, as
determined by their peers, and develop competency in at least one essential
criterion and 3 desirable criteria from the list below. A panel of at least
three Chief MRS (or their representative) will assess the application.
Essential Criteria
• Undertake
relevant workplace academic postgraduate certificate, diploma or higher
qualification or other ‘relevant" professional qualifications i.e.
Ultrasound, BMD, CT (hybrid course); or
• Develop
a high level of competency within area/s of specialty with a minimum of
12months (not necessarily continuous) experience in those relevant area/s.
Areas of specialty may include: Education, applied computer science (including
PACS), paediatrics, clinical supervisor, QA, Radiopharmacy,
software development and application etc; or
• Develop
a consistently high standard of practice within the profession and has proven
problem solving skills. The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level should also be
actively involved in the organisation and management of the workplace (e.g.
Staff mentoring, IT duties, Staff Appraisals, QA, QC).
Desirable Criteria
• Demonstrated
high standard of practice within the profession, through the active involvement
in areas such as conferences, lectures, seminars, continuing education or
professional development.
• Published
papers, presentations or preparation of significant reports.
• Active
involvement in workplace in-services.
• Contributes
to the establishment of clinical protocols and development of techniques.
• Demonstrate
competency in, and a detailed knowledge of complex clinical procedures
• Demonstrates
an ability to supervise and assess clinical experience of MRS undergraduate
students.
• Involved
in department quality management activities, including protocols and procedures
• Involved
in research either performed in the department or in conjunction with the
department.
• Participation
in relevant professional committees. Example of these may be radiation safety,
WHS, QA or Health Service committees relevant to the professional activities of
Nuclear Medicine.
The profession of Nuclear Medicine is free to bring forward
new technologies and procedures as they develop with a view to gaining
agreement of their inclusion in the above listed criteria.
At completion of one-year full-time (or part-time
equivalent) at Level 3 Grade 1 Year 1, the MRS (Nuclear Medicine) will
automatically progress to Level 3 Grade 1 Year 2.
LEVEL 3
Grade 2 (Year 1-2:
Specialist / Educator Co-ordinator MRS (Nuclear Medicine))
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) may after not less than the completion
of 2 years’ service (full-time or part-time equivalent) at Level 3, Grade 1, Year 2 apply to the Chief MRS for personal progression to
Level 3, Grade 2, Year 1. A panel of at least three Chief MRS (or their
representative) will assess the application.
MRS (Nuclear Medicine) must have clinical expertise related
to specific areas/modalities and be able to demonstrate a high level of
competency and a consistently high standard of practice, as outlined in Level
3, Grade 1 and as determined by their peers (Level 4 and above).
They will be expected to demonstrate their expertise through
the development and maintenance of protocols, clinical reviews, teaching and
delivery of in-service and presentations of papers/publications related to their
area of expertise at departmental level and at conferences at national or
international level. They may be called
on in an advisory capacity to assist other MRS (Nuclear Medicine) with
difficulties encountered within specific situations relating to their area of
expertise.
Applicants should have substantiated reports/appraisals by
Senior MRS (Level 4 or above) and/or Staff Specialists. The reports should focus on the expertise,
judgement, and provision of advice by the applicant, together with the impact
on services provided by the department arising from the work of the
applicant. A minimum of two reports
should be included and at least one must be from a MRS (Nuclear Medicine). This
wider acknowledgment of their expertise may be in publications in peer-reviewed
journals; or
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) Level 3, Grade 2 may also be
designated as the Nuclear Medicine Department Educator / Tutor co-ordinator.
This position would be responsible to the Level 5 & 6
MRS (Nuclear Medicine) for the identification, provision and delivery of
continuing education for the department, including both clinical and general
management components. In addition,
responsible for the co-ordination and determined service delivery of the tutor
function for undergraduates on clinical placement and MRS (Nuclear Medicine)
undergoing their SPP. This position would also be expected to liaise with the
relevant professional bodies (e.g. Mentor program, accreditation, ANZSNM and
New South Wales Society of Nuclear Medicine Scientists (NSWSNMS).
At completion of one-year full-time (or part-time
equivalent) at Level 3 Grade 2 Year 1, the MRS (Nuclear Medicine) will
automatically progress to Level 3 Grade 2 Year 2.
LEVEL 3
Grade 3
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level must have obtained
an appropriate postgraduate diploma allied to their area of expertise. This refers to post graduate qualifications
in areas such as (but not restricted to) ultrasound, CT, QA, management,
education, research or IT. Such applicable qualifications must be relevant to
the area of specialisation.
LEVEL 4
Grade 1 (Year 1-2:
Section Manager)
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level is responsible for
the scheduling and adaptation of services within a section of a Nuclear
Medicine department. They must possess excellent leadership, communication and
interpersonal skills. A MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level performs the
clinical duties and some associated administrative duties (e.g. policy and procedure
development and implementation) of that section, under the direction of the
Level 5 and/or Level 6 MRS (Nuclear Medicine); or
Research Co-ordinator MRS
The MRS at this level is primarily responsible for the
co-ordination and development of research projects within the department. This
MRS is required to liaise with related groups such as clinical departments,
university faculties or private companies. This MRS is to be known as the
research co-ordinator. At completion of
one-year full-time (or part-time equivalent) at Level 4, Grade 1, Year 1 the
MRS (Nuclear Medicine) will automatically progress to Level 4, Grade 1, Year 2.
LEVEL 4
Grade 2 (Year 1-2:
Section Manager)
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level is responsible for the
scheduling and adaptation of services within a section of a Nuclear Medicine
department. They must possess excellent leadership, communication and
interpersonal skills. A MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level performs the
clinical duties and some associated administrative duties (e.g. policy and
procedure development and implementation) of that section, under the direction
of the Level 5 and/or Level 6 MRS (Nuclear Medicine); and
The MRS at this level must have obtained an appropriate
postgraduate diploma or above allied to their area of expertise. This refers to post graduate qualifications
in areas such as (but not restricted to) ultrasound, CT, QA, management,
education, research or IT. Such
applicable qualifications must be relevant to the area of specialisation.
At completion of one-year full-time (or part-time
equivalent) at Level 4, Grade 2, Year 1 the MRS (Nuclear Medicine) will
automatically progress to Level 4, Grade 2, Year 2.
LEVEL 5
Grade 1 (Deputy Chief
MRS)
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level is responsible for
providing managerial support to the Chief MRS (Nuclear Medicine) in a Nuclear
Medicine Department with less than 3 gamma cameras. This MRS is to be known as
the Deputy Chief MRS.
A MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level performs a
combination of both clinical and administrative duties under the direction of
the Chief MRS (Nuclear Medicine) e.g. Policy/procedure development and
implementation, provide feedback and performance appraisals of less experienced
MRS (Nuclear Medicine).
The Level 5, Grade 1 MRS (Nuclear Medicine) also possesses
an understanding of hospital and departmental administration, and a working
knowledge of purchasing requirements.
LEVEL 5
Grade 2 (Deputy Chief
MRS)
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level is responsible for
providing managerial support to the Chief MRS (Nuclear Medicine) in a Nuclear
Medicine Department with 3 or more gamma cameras. This MRS is to be known as
the Deputy Chief MRS.
A MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level performs a combination
of both clinical and administrative duties under the direction of the Chief MRS
(Nuclear Medicine) e.g. Policy/procedure development and implementation,
provide feedback and performance appraisals of less experienced MRS (Nuclear
Medicine).
The Level 5, Grade 2 MRS (Nuclear Medicine) also possesses
an understanding of hospital and departmental administration, and a working
knowledge of purchasing requirements.
LEVEL 5
Grade 3 (Deputy Chief
MRS)
The MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level is responsible for
providing managerial support to the Chief MRS (Nuclear Medicine) in a Nuclear
Medicine Department with 3 or more gamma cameras including a dedicated PET
facility. This MRS is to be known as the Deputy Chief MRS.
A MRS (Nuclear Medicine) at this level performs a
combination of both clinical and administrative duties under the direction of
the Chief MRS (Nuclear Medicine) e.g. Policy/procedure development and
implementation, provide feedback and performance appraisals of less experienced
MRS (Nuclear Medicine).
The Level 5, Grade 3 MRS (Nuclear Medicine) also possesses
an understanding of hospital and departmental administration, and a working
knowledge of purchasing requirements.
LEVEL 6
Grade 1 (Chief MRS
(Nuclear Medicine))
The Chief MRS (Nuclear
Medicine) has ultimate responsibility for service standards, patient
throughput, continuing education, research, training of MRS (Nuclear Medicine)
staff and students as well as liaison with appropriate universities and with
relevant other bodies.
Duties of the MRS Level
6 Grade 1 include: HR management, recruitment and selection of staff, complaint
handling, departmental accreditation, QA (EquIP)
maintenance, financial, expenditure and resource management. Administration and
clinical management, delegation and negotiation skills and development, and
implementation of policies/procedures and strategic business plans are also
tasks that the Level 6 Grade 1 MRS must perform.
The Level 6 Grade 1 MRS (Nuclear Medicine) is responsible
for managing a Nuclear Medicine Department with less than 3 gamma cameras, in
addition to other associated departmental staff eg. clerical, hospital assistants etc. This MRS is to be known
as the Chief MRS; or
The Level 6 Grade 1 MRS (Nuclear Medicine) is responsible
for managing a Nuclear Medicine Department that is not accredited by the
Australian and New Zealand Association of Physicians in Nuclear Medicine for
the training of advanced registrars in Nuclear Medicine. This MRS is to be
known as the Chief MRS.
LEVEL 6
Grade 2 (Chief MRS
(Nuclear Medicine))
The Chief MRS (Nuclear
Medicine) has ultimate responsibility for service standards, patient
throughput, continuing education, research, training of MRS (Nuclear Medicine)
staff and students as well as liaison with appropriate universities and with
relevant other bodies.
Duties of the MRS Level
6, Grade 2 include: HR management, recruitment and selection of staff,
complaint handling, departmental accreditation, QA (EquIP)
maintenance, financial, expenditure and resource management. Administration and
clinical management, delegation and negotiation skills and development, and
implementation of policies/procedures and strategic business plans are also
tasks that the Level 6, Grade 2 MRS must perform.
The Level 6, Grade 2 MRS (Nuclear Medicine), is responsible
for managing a Nuclear Medicine Department with 3 or more gamma cameras, in
addition to other associated departmental staff eg. clerical, hospital assistants etc;
and
The Level 6, Grade 2 MRS (Nuclear
Medicine) is responsible for managing a Nuclear Medicine Department that is
accredited by the Australian and New Zealand Association of Physicians in
Nuclear Medicine for the training of advanced registrars in Nuclear Medicine.
This MRS is to be known as the Chief MRS.
LEVEL 6
Grade 3
The Chief MRS (Nuclear Medicine) has ultimate responsibility
for service standards, patient throughput, continuing education, research,
training of MRS (Nuclear Medicine) staff and students as well as liaison with
appropriate universities and with relevant other bodies.
Duties of the MRS Level 6, Grade 3 include: HR management,
recruitment and selection of staff, complaint handling, departmental
accreditation, QA (EquIP) maintenance, financial,
expenditure and resource management. Administration and clinical management,
delegation and negotiation skills and development, and implementation of
policies/procedures and strategic business plans are also tasks that the Level
6, Grade 3 MRS must perform.
The Level 6, Grade 3 MRS (Nuclear Medicine), is responsible
for managing a Nuclear Medicine Department with 3 or more gamma cameras
including a dedicated PET facility, in addition to other associated
departmental staff e.g. clerical, hospital assistants etc;
and
The Level 6, Grade 3 MRS (Nuclear Medicine) is responsible
for managing a Nuclear Medicine Department that is accredited by the Australian
and New Zealand Association of Physicians in Nuclear Medicine for the training
of advanced registrars in Nuclear Medicine. This MRS is to be known as the
Chief MRS.
"MEDICAL
RADIATION SCIENTIST (RADIATION THERAPIST)"
A MRS (Radiation Therapist) means a person who has acquired
a Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy)/Bachelor of Applied
Science (Medical Radiation Sciences) - Radiation Therapy; or has qualifications
deemed equivalent by the employer and recognised by the MRPB. From 1 July 2012,
MRS (Radiation Therapists) must hold registration with the MRPB. Employees employed as a Medical Radiation
Therapist are classified into one of the following six levels:
LEVEL 1
The Medical Radiation Scientists (‘MRS’) (Radiation
Therapists) at this level are employed in an approved department during their
first year post-graduation from a recognised university undergraduate
course. This year may be referred to as
their Supervised Practice Program (SPP).
The MRS at this level shall develop a capacity to apply
knowledge, skills, professional judgement and show initiative in solving routine
professional issues involving patient care, radiation safety, work health and safety , manual handling and QA. They will be expected to work in an
environment where there are multi-disciplinary teams.
Progression from Level 1 to Level 2 is upon their successful
completion of their PDY (full-time or part-time equivalent) in an approved
department. The MRS (PDY) must also have
been granted provisional accreditation with the AIR. From 1 July 2012, the MRS (PDY) must have
been granted provisional registration by the MRPB. The Level 2 progression shall be
retrospective to the PDY anniversary date.
Radiation Therapists at this level are responsible for their
own Continuing Professional Development as determined and required by the MRPB.
LEVEL 2 (Years 1 - 5)
Radiation Therapists at this level have completed the
requirements for the PDY and progression from Level 1. Radiation Therapists at Level 2 and above
shall have a high level of patient care and understanding towards the patient;
involvement in work health and safety and Quality Assurance matters; and work
in an environment where there are multi-disciplinary teams.
Radiation Therapists operating at this level are required to
demonstrate competency within the areas of patient treatment, planning and
delivery; and active involvement/ participation in workplace in-services.
The MRS at this level:
Demonstrates independent and significant professional
knowledge and judgment to acquire and exhibit competency in all appropriate
clinical tasks.
Begins to take an active part in multidisciplinary teams and
gain experience in the more complex modalities of their department, including
Quality Improvement/Assurance programmes, work health and safety issues and
radiation safety.
Is expected to provide a high level of patient care and
treatment planning and delivery with an understanding of patient needs and
psychology, and continue to develop their knowledge regarding work health and
safety issues (e.g. manual handling).
Demonstrates significant ongoing commitment to continuing
education and professional development, and participates in undergraduate
student education and departmental in-service lectures.
Radiation Therapists at this level are responsible for their
own Continuing Professional Development as determined and required by the MRPB.
Progression through Level 2 is automatic, and occurs
annually on the MRS’ anniversary. This level also maintains those who are still
on the "thereafter" rate.
LEVEL 3
Grade 1 (Years 1 - 2:
Radiation Therapist Specialist)
A Radiation Therapist may apply to the Chief Radiation
Therapist for a personal regrading to this level after not less than two years
post accreditation experience (i.e. Completion of Level 2, Year 2). The
application will be assessed by a panel of at least three Chief Radiation
Therapists. The relevant Health Service
may also establish such positions at Level 3, Grade 1 that it deems
appropriate, from time to time.
Radiation Therapists seeking appointment at Level 3, Grade 1
shall be required to demonstrate a high level of knowledge and proficiency in
at least two complex clinical procedures including but not confined to:
Treatment planning and delivery:
• CNS
• Multi-field
junctional techniques (3 fields or more)
• Mono isocentric techniques
• Conformal
therapy
• Brachytherapy
(both treatment and planning)
• Radiosurgery/stereotactic
• Intensity
Modulated Radiation Therapy
• Paediatric
radiation therapy
• Complex
radiation therapy techniques related to specific trials and protocols
• 3-Dimensional
Treatment Planning
• Technique
development
• Complex
mould-room procedures
The Union and the employer are free to bring forward new
technologies and procedures as they develop, with a view to gaining agreement
on their inclusion in the above-listed criteria.
In addition, Radiation Therapists at this level are expected
to:
• Demonstrate
a record of participation in teaching programmes within and/or outside the place
of work. This teaching may include undergraduate, postgraduate students, other
health professionals, patients and their carers or the public in a field
relevant to Radiation Therapy;
• Demonstrate
an ability to supervise and be responsible for other Radiation Therapists;
• Demonstrate
an ability to supervise and assess clinical experience of Radiation Therapy
undergraduate students. Provide liaison
between the Universities and the clinical setting; and
• Be able
to demonstrate active participation/involvement in research and development
through associated reports, presentations, conferences, publications; or
workplace in-services.
At completion of one-year full-time (or part-time
equivalent) at Level 3, Grade 1, Year 1, the MRS will automatically progress to
Level 3, Grade 1, Year 2.
Radiation Therapists at this level are responsible for their
own Continuing Professional Development as determined and required by the MRPB.
LEVEL 3
Grade 2 (Years 1-2:
Radiation Therapist Consultant)
A Radiation Therapist may, after not less than the
completion of 12 months service at Level 3, Grade 1 Year 2, apply to the Chief
Radiation Therapist for personal progression to Level 3, Grade 2 (Year 1) -
Radiation Therapist Consultant and will be assessed by a panel of at least
three Chief Radiation Therapists.
The relevant Health Service may also establish such
positions at Level 3, Grade 2 (Radiation Therapist Consultant) that it deems
appropriate, from time to time.
Radiation Therapist Consultants have clinical expertise
related to specific areas of radiation therapy e.g. Paediatric specialty,
stereotactic radiosurgery, clinical review, counselling, head and neck cancers,
genito-urinary cancers etc., and may be called on in
an advisory capacity to assist other Radiation Therapists with difficulties
encountered within specific situations relating to their area of expertise.
The Radiation Therapist Consultant will be expected to
demonstrate their expertise through the development and maintenance of
protocols, delivery of in-services and presentation of papers related to their
area of expertise at departmental level and at conferences at national or
international level.
In addition to the criterion for Level 3 Grade 1, the
Radiation Therapist must be able to demonstrate expertise in 2 further
speciality areas, or one further speciality area and a postgraduate
qualification deemed appropriate to the profession by the panel.
The Level 3 Grade 2 Radiation Therapist should also
demonstrate an increased involvement in teaching and
presentations/publications.
Applicants should have substantiated reports by Senior
Radiation Therapists (Level 4 or above) and/or Radiation Oncologists and/or
other associated health service managers.
The reports should focus on the expertise, judgement, and provision of
advice by the applicant, together with the impact on services provided by the
Radiation Therapy department arising from the work of the applicant. A minimum of two reports should be included
and at least one must be from a Radiation Therapist. This wider acknowledgment of their expertise
may be in publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Radiation Therapists at this level are responsible for their
own Continuing Professional Development as determined and required by the MRPB.
At completion of one year full-time (or part-time
equivalent) at Level 3, Grade 2, Year 1, the MRS will automatically progress to
Level 3, Grade 2, Year 2.
LEVEL 4
Grade 1 (Years 1 - 2:
Section/Functional Unit Manager/Senior Radiation Therapist)
A Radiation Therapist at this level would manage the
operations of a section or functional unit of a Radiation Therapy Department
and discharge associated administrative duties.
A section or unit within this level is a single treatment
machine where the managers would be responsible for the administrative detail,
such as day to day running, throughput and patient care, patient scheduling, as
well as immediate staffing. The Radiation
Therapist at this level would also be responsible for maintaining adequate QA
on patient treatment sheets, record and verify systems (including data entry)
Portal films, EPI and billing data entry requirements. The Radiation Therapist
would also be actively involved in ensuring all treatment deviations are
investigated, reported and corrective measures implemented where appropriate. A
section or unit may also relate to sections within the treatment planning
area. These sections may include, but
are not limited to simulator, mould room and planning room.
Radiation Therapy Level 4 Grade 1 positions may also be
established as multidisciplinary team co-ordinators, where the Radiation
Therapist is responsible for the management and associated duties of the
multidisciplinary team functions.
Radiation Therapy Level 4 Grade 1 positions
may also be established as Radiation Therapist - Education.
A position of Radiation Therapist - Education is responsible
to the Chief Radiation Therapist for the identification, provision and delivery
of continuing education for Radiation Therapists, with both clinical and
general management components; and for the co-ordination and appropriate
service delivery of the tutor function for undergraduates/trainees on clinical
placement and Radiation Therapists in their Professional Development Year.
Radiation Therapists at this level are responsible for their
own Continuing Professional Development as determined and required by the MRPB.
At completion of one year full-time (or part-time
equivalent) at Level 4, Grade 1, Year 1, the MRS will automatically progress to
Level 4, Grade 1, Year 2.
LEVEL 4
Grade 2 (Years 1 - 2:
Radiation Therapist Supervisor)
A Radiation Therapist at this level would manage an area of
a Radiation Therapy Department, such as treatment planning or treatment
delivery, work health and safety and or radiation safety legislation and Equip
co-ordinators. The Radiation Therapist at this level would be expected to
maintain expertise in radiation therapy planning, simulation and treatment
delivery.
The Radiation Therapist in this position would be
responsible for the overall Quality Assurance, organisation, activities and
maintenance of standards within the particular area in conjunction with the
Chief Radiation Therapist and Deputy Chief Radiation Therapist.
The area referred to in this level would include a number of
the sections or units, such as all the treatment machines and the total
planning area. The manager of an area
would have responsibility for the overall organisation of the designated area
and be responsible for tasks such as coordinated implementation of existing and
new techniques, overall waiting list management,
ensuring planning and treatment resources are used in the most effective
manner. The radiation therapist would also be responsible for ensuring all
treatment deviations are investigated, reported and corrective measures are
implemented where appropriate.
Radiation Therapists at this level are responsible for their
own Continuing Professional Development as determined and required by the MRPB.
At completion of one year full-time (or part-time
equivalent) at Level 4, Grade 2, Year 1, the MRS will automatically progress to
Level 4, Grade 2, Year 2.
LEVEL 5 (Years 1 - 3)
A Radiation Therapist at this level is an Assistant Chief
Radiation Therapist who assists in the management of a Radiation Therapy
department of a hospital.
Radiation Therapists at this level are responsible for their
own Continuing Professional Development as determined and required by the MRPB.
Progression through Level 5 is automatic, and occurs
annually on the MRS’ anniversary.
LEVEL 6 (Years 1 - 3)
A Radiation Therapist at this level manages a Radiation
Therapy department of a hospital. The Chief Radiation Therapist has ultimate
responsibility for patient service standards and patient throughput, continuing
education, research, training of radiation therapy staff and students; liaison
with appropriate universities and with relevant other bodies.
Radiation Therapists at this level are responsible for their
own Continuing Professional Development as determined and required by the MRPB.
Progression through Level 6 is automatic, and occurs
annually on the MRS’ anniversary.
2. Salaries
Full time Medical Radiation Scientist employees shall be
paid the salaries and allowances as set out in Table 1 of Part B - Monetary
Rates of this Award.
3. Conditions of
Service
The Health Employees Conditions of Employment (State) Award
2018, as varied or replaced from time to time, shall apply to all persons covered
by this Award.
In addition, the Health Industry Status of Employment
(State) Award 2018, as varied or replaced from time to time, shall also apply
to relevant employees.
4. Dispute Resolution
The dispute resolution procedures contained in the Health
Employees Conditions of Employment (State) Award 2018, as varied or replaced
from time to time, shall apply.
5. Anti-Discrimination
(i) It
is intention of the parties bound by this Award to seek to achieve the object
in section 3(f) of the Industrial
Relations Act 1996 to prevent and eliminate discrimination in the
workplace. This includes discrimination on the grounds of race, sex, marital
status, disability, homosexuality, transgender identity, age and
responsibilities as a carer.
(ii) It follows that
in fulfilling their obligations under the dispute resolution procedure
prescribed by this Award the parties have obligations to take all reasonable
steps to ensure that the operation of the provisions of this Award are not
directly or indirectly discriminatory in their effects. It will be consistent with the fulfilment of
these obligations for the parties to make application to vary any provision of
the Award which, by its terms or operation, has a direct or indirect
discriminatory effect.
(iii) Under the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, it is
unlawful to victimise an employee because the employee has made or may make or
has been involved in a complaint of unlawful discrimination or harassment.
(iv) Nothing
in this clause is to be taken to affect:
(a) any conduct or act which is specifically exempted from
anti-discrimination legislation;
(b) offering or providing junior rates of pay to persons under
21 years of age;
(c) any act or practice of a body established to propagate
religion which is exempted under section 56(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977;
(d) a party to this Award from pursuing matters of unlawful
discrimination in any State or Federal jurisdiction.
(v) This clause does
not create legal rights or obligations in addition to those imposed upon the
parties by the legislation referred to in this clause.
NOTES -
(a) Employers and
employees may also be subject to Commonwealth anti-discrimination legislation.
(b) Section 56(d)
of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977
provides:
"Nothing in this Act affects ... any other act or
practice of a body established to propagate religion that conforms to the
doctrines of that religion or is necessary to avoid injury to the religious susceptibilities
of the adherents of that religion."
6. No Extra Claims
Other than as provided for in the Industrial Relations Act 1996 and the Industrial Relations (Public
Sector Conditions of Employment) Regulation 2014, there shall be no further
claims/demands or proceedings instituted before the Industrial Relations
Commission of New South Wales for extra or reduced wages, salaries, rates of
pay, allowances or conditions of employment with respect to the employees
covered by the Award that take effect prior to 30 June 2020 by a party to this
Award.
7. Area, Incidence and
Duration
(i) This
Award takes effect from 1 July 2019 and shall remain in force for a period of
one year. The rates and allowances in the second column in Table 1 of Part B -
Monetary Rates will apply from the first full pay period on or after (ffppoa) 1 July 2019.
(ii) This Award
rescinds and replaces the Health Employees’ Medical Radiation Scientists
(State) Award 2018 published 2 August 2019 (384 I.G. 822) and all variations
thereof.
(iii) This Award
shall apply to persons employed in classifications contained herein employed in
the NSW Health Service under s115(1) of the Health Services Act 1997, or their
successors, assignees or transmittees, excluding the
County of Yancowinna.
PART B
MONETARY RATES
Table 1 - Salaries and Allowances
Classification
|
Rate from01/07/2019
|
Rate from ffppoa01/07/2019
|
|
$ per week
|
$ per week
|
Radiographer
|
Level 1 (35hrs)
|
Year 1
|
1,201.90
|
1,231.90
|
Level 2 (35hrs)
|
|
|
Year 1
|
1,246.80
|
1,278.00
|
Year 2
|
1,414.30
|
1,449.70
|
Year 3
|
1,608.30
|
1,648.50
|
Year 4
|
1,686.50
|
1,728.70
|
Year 5
|
1,741.00
|
1,784.50
|
Level 3 (35hrs)
|
|
|
Grade 1 - Year 1
|
1,872.80
|
1,919.60
|
Grade 1 - Year 2
|
1,935.30
|
1,983.70
|
Grade 2 - Year 1
|
1,989.20
|
2,038.90
|
Grade 2 - Year 2
|
2,207.10
|
2,262.30
|
Grade 3 - Year 1
|
2,268.50
|
2,325.20
|
Level 4 (35hrs)
|
|
|
Grade 1 - Year 1
|
2,268.50
|
2,325.20
|
Grade 1 - Year 2
|
2,345.50
|
2,404.10
|
Grade 2 - Year 1
|
2,416.80
|
2,477.20
|
Grade 2 - Year 2
|
2,477.60
|
2,539.50
|
Level 5 (35hrs)
|
|
|
Year 1
|
2,654.40
|
2,720.80
|
Year 2
|
2,720.70
|
2,788.70
|
Year 3
|
2,860.50
|
2,932.00
|
Level 6 (35hrs)
|
|
|
Year 1
|
2,929.90
|
3,003.10
|
Year 2
|
2,998.30
|
3,073.30
|
Year 3
|
3,067.50
|
3,144.20
|
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
|
Level 1 (38hrs)
|
Year 1
|
1,201.90
|
1,231.90
|
Level 2 (38hrs)
|
|
|
Year 1
|
1,246.80
|
1,278.00
|
Year 2
|
1,414.30
|
1,449.70
|
Year 3
|
1,608.30
|
1,648.50
|
Year 4
|
1,686.50
|
1,728.70
|
Year 5
|
1,741.00
|
1,784.50
|
Level 3 (38hrs)
|
|
|
Grade 1 - Year 1
|
1,872.80
|
1,919.60
|
Grade 1 - Year 2
|
1,935.30
|
1,983.70
|
Grade 2 - Year 1
|
1,989.20
|
2,038.90
|
Grade 2 - Year 2
|
2,207.10
|
2,262.30
|
Grade 3 - Year 1
|
2,268.50
|
2,325.20
|
Level 4 (38hrs)
|
|
|
Grade 1 - Year 1
|
2,268.50
|
2,325.20
|
Grade 1 - Year 2
|
2,345.50
|
2,404.10
|
Grade 2 - Year 1
|
2,416.80
|
2,477.20
|
Grade 2 - Year 2
|
2,477.60
|
2,539.50
|
Level 5 (38hrs)
|
|
|
Year 1
|
2,654.40
|
2,720.80
|
Year 2
|
2,720.70
|
2,788.70
|
Year 3
|
2,860.50
|
2,932.00
|
Level 6 (38hrs)
|
|
|
Year 1
|
2,929.90
|
3,003.10
|
Year 2
|
2,998.30
|
3,073.30
|
Year 3
|
3,067.50
|
3,144.20
|
Radiation Therapist
|
Level 1 (35hrs)
|
Year 1
|
1,201.90
|
1,231.90
|
Level 2 (35hrs)
|
|
|
Year 1
|
1,246.80
|
1,278.00
|
Year 2
|
1,414.30
|
1,449.70
|
Year 3
|
1,608.30
|
1,648.50
|
Year 4
|
1,686.50
|
1,728.70
|
Year 5
|
1,741.00
|
1,784.50
|
Level 3 (35hrs)
|
|
|
Grade 1 - Year 1
|
1,872.80
|
1,919.60
|
Grade 1 - Year 2
|
1,935.30
|
1,983.70
|
Grade 2 - Year 1
|
1,989.20
|
2,038.90
|
Grade 2 - Year 2
|
2,207.10
|
2,262.30
|
Level 4 (35hrs)
|
|
|
Grade 1 - Year 1
|
2,268.50
|
2,325.20
|
Grade 1 - Year 2
|
2,345.50
|
2,404.10
|
Grade 2 - Year 1
|
2,416.80
|
2,477.20
|
Grade 2 - Year 2
|
2,477.60
|
2,539.50
|
Level 5 (35hrs)
|
|
|
Year 1
|
2,654.40
|
2,720.80
|
Year 2
|
2,720.70
|
2,788.70
|
Year 3
|
2,860.50
|
2,932.00
|
Level 6 (35hrs)
|
|
|
Year 1
|
2,929.90
|
3,003.10
|
Year 2
|
2,998.30
|
3,073.30
|
Year 3
|
3,067.50
|
3,144.20
|
Allowance Description
|
Rate from01/07/2019
|
Rate from ffppoa01/07/2019
|
|
$ per week
|
$ per week
|
Where a Chief Radiographer provides a weekly service to
another hospital or hospitals and is not entitled to an adjustment to a
higher salary rate for this service, he/she shall be paid the following
allowance:
|
Chief Radiographer - Serving Other Hospitals
|
53.90
|
55.20
|
P. M. KITE, Chief Commissioner
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Printed by the authority of the Industrial Registrar.