2027 Diagnostic Imaging Fellow

• Location: Footscray Hospital
• Employment Type: Fixed Term (12-months), Full Time
• Salary: HM25 to HM30 + Super + Salary Packaging

About the role:

Western Health Medical Imaging (WHMI) provides state-of-the-art comprehensive Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology services to one of the most culturally dynamic and rapidly expanding growth corridors in Australia. 

WHMI is an accredited member of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologist (RANZCR) and is a leading provider in education, training and research. 
WHMI operates across 4 Western Health campuses located at Western Health Footscray, Sunshine/Joan Kirner Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Sunbury Community Hospital.  WHMI services Computer Tomography (CT), Fluoroscopy, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography, Interventional Radiology, Ultrasound and Digital X-ray. 

About the role:

Western Health Medical Imaging seeks three (3) Diagnostic Radiology Fellows for a full time 12-month period commencing February 2027. Part Time opportunities may be considered. 

Please Note: Shortlisting of applicants received will be undertaken throughout the advertising period and interviews will be conducted during this time where necessary. 

The role of the Fellow is to provide radiological diagnosis, assist with procedural cases and clinical management of patients and undertake administrative duties for the Unit under the guidance and direction of the Department Head of Unit and Director/s of Radiology Training or Consultant Staff.  

Positions/Subspecialty Fellowship Available:

• Body Imaging (2 Fellows possible) - including experience in MRI liver, enterography, rectum, prostate, contrast-enhanced ultrasound, CT colonography, high end upper and lower GI, urology MDTs
• Chest Imaging - high end respiratory and lung cancer MDTs, cardiac CT, cardiac MRI - with option of level A accreditation, advanced Tier A interventional procedures/lung biopsies. 
• Neurological and Musculoskeletal Imaging - experience in brain, head and neck, musculoskeletal and spine MRI across 1.5 and 3T systems and multimodality musculoskeletal intervention including paediatric case mix.
• Breast Imaging - high end MDT experience, experience in contrast enhanced mammography, breast MRI, contrast mammogram-guided biopsy, MRI-guided biopsy, and wireless preoperative localisation (Scout).    

Job Plan: Core Clinical Work (sessions per week)

• 7 sessions in area of subspecialty
• 2 general sessions (CT/US/Fluoro/XR)
• Option of Hybrid Fellow/Consultant arrangement incorporating 1 day of consultant reporting may be possible
  (SMS Credentialing requirements will apply for this arrangement to proceed)
• 1 academic session
• Relevant Multidisciplinary / Clinical Meetings - access to distilled pathology and high-end, clinically challenging cases with development of skills in presenting findings to senior clinicians
• Coordinate and participate in the teaching of junior doctors and medical students
• Participating in evening and weekend shifts - as per fellow roster.  No Night Duty undertaken as a Fellow 

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About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs. 

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about advanced radiology training, subspecialty expertise, and contributing to high-quality diagnostic imaging and research, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 20 May 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Dr Stephanie Wang on (03) 7078 1228 or via Stephaniesimin.Wang@wh.org.au. Alternatively, contact Dr Roland Shannon on (03) 7078 1228 or via Roland.Shannon@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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