Health Employees' Medical Radiation Scientists (State) Award
2021
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS COMMISSION OF NEW SOUTH
WALES
Application by NSW Ministry of Health.
(Case No. 186231 of 2021)
Before Chief
Commissioner Constant
|
30 July 2021
|
AWARD
PART A
Arrangement
Clause No. Subject
Matter
5 Anti-Discrimination
7 Area, Incidence and Duration
3 Conditions of Service
1 Definitions
4 Dispute Resolution
6 No Extra Claims
2 Salaries
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, as amended or varied from time to time.
"Hospital"
means a public hospital as defined in section 15 of the Health Services Act 1997, as amended or
varied from time to time.
"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.
An 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 workplace
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 workplace 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 an 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. An 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.
An 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.
An 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.
An 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)"
An 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 2019, 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 2019, 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 2019, as varied or
replaced from time to time, shall apply.
5. Anti-Discrimination
(i) It is the 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 2022 by a party to this Award.
7. Area, Incidence and Duration
(i) This Award takes effect from 1 July 2021
and shall remain in force for a period of one year. The salaries 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 2021.
(ii) This Award rescinds and replaces the Health Employees’ Medical Radiation
Scientists (State) Award 2019 published on 24 January 2020 (386 I.G.
155) 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 to apply
prior to ffppoa 01/07/2021
$ per week
|
Rate from ffppoa
01/07/2021
$ per week
|
Radiographer
|
Level 1
(35hrs)
|
Year 1
|
1,235.60
|
1,260.80
|
Level 2
(35hrs)
|
Year 1
|
1,281.80
|
1,307.90
|
Year 2
|
1,454.00
|
1,483.70
|
Year 3
|
1,653.40
|
1,687.10
|
Year 4
|
1,733.90
|
1,769.30
|
Year 5
|
1,789.90
|
1,826.40
|
Level 3
(35hrs)
|
Grade 1 - Year 1
|
1,925.40
|
1,964.70
|
Grade 1 - Year 2
|
1,989.70
|
2,030.30
|
Grade 2 - Year 1
|
2,045.00
|
2,086.70
|
Grade 2 - Year 2
|
2,269.10
|
2,315.40
|
Grade 3 - Year 1
|
2,332.20
|
2,379.80
|
Level 4
(35hrs)
|
Grade 1 - Year 1
|
2,332.20
|
2,379.80
|
Grade 1 - Year 2
|
2,411.30
|
2,460.50
|
Grade 2 - Year 1
|
2,484.60
|
2,535.30
|
Grade 2 - Year 2
|
2,547.10
|
2,599.10
|
Level 5
(35hrs)
|
Year 1
|
2,729.00
|
2,784.70
|
Year 2
|
2,797.10
|
2,854.20
|
Year 3
|
2,940.80
|
3,000.80
|
Level 6
(35hrs)
|
Year 1
|
3,012.10
|
3,073.50
|
Year 2
|
3,082.50
|
3,145.40
|
Year 3
|
3,153.60
|
3,217.90
|
Nuclear
Medicine Technologist
|
Level 1
(38hrs)
|
Year 1
|
1,235.60
|
1,260.80
|
Level 2
(38hrs)
|
Year 1
|
1,281.80
|
1,307.90
|
Year 2
|
1,454.00
|
1,483.70
|
Year 3
|
1,653.40
|
1,687.10
|
Year 4
|
1,733.90
|
1,769.30
|
Year 5
|
1,789.90
|
1,826.40
|
Level 3
(38hrs)
|
Grade 1 - Year 1
|
1,925.40
|
1,964.70
|
Grade 1 - Year 2
|
1,989.70
|
2,030.30
|
Grade 2 - Year 1
|
2,045.00
|
2,086.70
|
Grade 2 - Year 2
|
2,269.10
|
2,315.40
|
Grade 3 - Year 1
|
2,332.20
|
2,379.80
|
Level 4
(38hrs)
|
Grade 1 - Year 1
|
2,332.20
|
2,379.80
|
Grade 1 - Year 2
|
2,411.30
|
2,460.50
|
Grade 2 - Year 1
|
2,484.60
|
2,535.30
|
Grade 2 - Year 2
|
2,547.10
|
2,599.10
|
Level 5
(38hrs)
|
Year 1
|
2,729.00
|
2,784.70
|
Year 2
|
2,797.10
|
2,854.20
|
Year 3
|
2,940.80
|
3,000.80
|
Level 6
(38hrs)
|
Year 1
|
3,012.10
|
3,073.50
|
Year 2
|
3,082.50
|
3,145.40
|
Year 3
|
3,153.60
|
3,217.90
|
Radiation
Therapist
|
Level 1
(35hrs)
|
Year 1
|
1,235.60
|
1,260.80
|
Level 2
(35hrs)
|
Year 1
|
1,281.80
|
1,307.90
|
Year 2
|
1,454.00
|
1,483.70
|
Year 3
|
1,653.40
|
1,687.10
|
Year 4
|
1,733.90
|
1,769.30
|
Year 5
|
1,789.90
|
1,826.40
|
Level 3
(35hrs)
|
Grade 1 - Year 1
|
1,925.40
|
1,964.70
|
Grade 1 - Year 2
|
1,989.70
|
2,030.30
|
Grade 2 - Year 1
|
2,045.00
|
2,086.70
|
Grade 2 - Year 2
|
2,269.10
|
2,315.40
|
Level 4
(35hrs)
|
Grade 1 - Year 1
|
2,332.20
|
2,379.80
|
Grade 1 - Year 2
|
2,411.30
|
2,460.50
|
Grade 2 - Year 1
|
2,484.60
|
2,535.30
|
Grade 2 - Year 2
|
2,547.10
|
2,599.10
|
Level 5
(35hrs)
|
Year 1
|
2,729.00
|
2,784.70
|
Year 2
|
2,797.10
|
2,854.20
|
Year 3
|
2,940.80
|
3,000.80
|
Level 6 (35hrs)
|
Year 1
|
3,012.10
|
3,073.50
|
Year 2
|
3,082.50
|
3,145.40
|
Year 3
|
3,153.60
|
3,217.90
|
Allowance Description
|
Rate to apply
prior to ffppoa 01/07/2021
$ per week
|
Rate from ffppoa
01/07/2021
$ 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
|
55.40
|
56.50
|
N. CONSTANT, Chief Commissioner
____________________
Printed by
the authority of the Industrial Registrar.