Medical Diagnostic Radiographer

Victoria’s medical imaging sector

There are approximately 12,300 medical imaging professionals in Australia, with Victoria’s share at approximately 2100.

Victoria is currently offering visa sponsorship in the allied health sector for Medical Diagnostic Radiographers. For a description of the tasks and duties performed by Medical Diagnostic Radiographers, visit the Australian Skills Recognition Information page on the Department of Immigration and Citizenship's website.

Earning potential

According to the Australian Government’s Job Search website, average gross weekly wages for a Medical Diagnostic Radiographer are A$1300.

Wages will vary according to your level of skill and qualification. For more information about your wage earning potential, visit some of the specialty jobseeker sites listed below under finding a job.

Licensing and registration

Medical Diagnostic Radiographers must be registered to work in Victoria. For information contact:

Medical Radiation Practitioners Board of Victoria

Level 8
525 Collins Street, Melbourne
VIC, 8007, AUS
Tel: +61 3 9286 1888
Email: registrar@mrpb.vic.gov.au
Website: http://www.mrpb.vic.gov.au

Employers

Medical Diagnostic Radiographers work in hospitals and radiology practices, both public and private.

Industry contacts

Professional bodies and industry associations are a good source of information about medical diagnostic radiography in Victoria.

The following bodies may be relevant to Medical Diagnostic Radiographers:

Tip

We strongly advise you not to apply for jobs until your visa to live and work in Australia has been issued. The visa application process can take many months, and employers are unlikely to choose you for a job if you do not know when you will arrive in Australia.

Finding a job

To search for Victorian recruiters who specialise in radiography, visit the Recruitment and Consulting Services Association's Member Index.

For more general information on Victoria’s job market, including where and how to find jobs, and workplace culture, visit our Working & Employment section.

Migrating to Victoria

To find out about how to migrate to Australia, including information about visa nomination from the Victorian Government, visit our Visas & Immigrating section.

Skill Assessment Information

In order to migrate to Victoria, you will also need to have your skills assessed as part of the application process. For more information, see the Medical Diagnostic Radiographer Assessment Information Sheet.

Last updated: 27 July 2009

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