Cardiac Sonographer

Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; In loco; AUD 76.000 - 84.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Western Sydney Local Health District – Westmead NSW is hiring a Cardiac Sonographer to join Westmead Hospital's renowned cardiology service. You will perform advanced echocardiography in a high-volume clinical setting and contribute to diagnostic excellence.

This temporary part-time role offers ongoing professional development, access to a multidisciplinary team, and a structured on-call roster. Applicants should have a Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (Cardiac) and accreditation with

Competenze

• Accredited by the Australian Sonographer accreditation registry.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Medical Sonography (Cardiac).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment towards a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Participation in ongoing professional development and credentialing.

Mansioni

• Perform high-quality echocardiographic examinations in accordance with professional standards and department protocols.
• Manage and prioritise a varied workload in a busy tertiary hospital.
• Adapt examination techniques to optimise diagnostic outcomes.
• Collaborate with Cardiologists, Sonographers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-focused services.
• Participate in the department's 24/7 on-call roster and maintain clinical excellence.

Conoscenze

Echocardiography

Cardiac imaging

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Formazione

Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (Cardiac)

Descrizione del lavoro

Western Sydney Local Health District – Westmead NSW

Join a leading tertiary hospital and renowned Cardiology service

Perform advanced echocardiography in a high-volume clinical setting

Expand your expertise with ongoing development and on-call experience

Manage diverse echocardiography caseloads, deliver high-quality cardiac imaging, and build your career within a leading multidisciplinary cardiology team.

Employment Type: TemporaryPart Time (Up to 19/04/2027)
Position Classification: Cardiac Technologist Grade 2
Remuneration: $55.41 - $61.31 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working
At Westmead Hospital, you'll join one of Australia's largest and most respected healthcare services, providing specialist and tertiary care to a diverse and growing community. Working within the Department of Cardiology, you will be part of a collaborative team of Sonographers, Cardiologists and allied health professionals committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care and diagnostic excellence.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Cardiac Sonographer seeking exposure to a broad range of cardiac conditions, advanced imaging techniques, and a dynamic clinical environment.

Work within a leading tertiary referral Cardiology service

Collaborate with highly skilled Cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams

Access ongoing learning, professional development and career progression opportunities

Be part of a culture that values innovation, teamwork and excellence in patient care

Contribute to a service dedicated to delivering outstanding cardiac outcomes

What you'll be doing
As a Cardiac Sonographer, you will provide comprehensive echocardiography services across inpatient and outpatient settings, delivering accurate and timely diagnostic imaging to support clinical decision-making and patient care.

Key responsibilities include:

Perform high-quality echocardiographic examinations in accordance with professional standards, department protocols and best practice guidelines

Manage and prioritise a varied workload to meet the demands of a busy tertiary hospital environment

Adapt examination techniques to ensure optimal diagnostic outcomes and address complex clinical presentations

Work closely with Cardiologists, Sonographers and broader multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient and patient-focused services

Participate in the department's 24/7 on-call roster while maintaining a commitment to continuous professional development and clinical excellence

Qualification: Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (Cardiac)

Registration: Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registery

Selection Criteria:

Accredited by the Australian Sonographer accreditation registry.

Postgraduate qualifications in Medical Sonography (Cardiac).

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Commitment towards a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.

Demonstrate high standard of practice within the profession, through the active involvement in areas such as conferences, lectures, seminars, continuing education or professional development.

Applications Close: 3^rd November 2026

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.