Cardiac Technician - Maternal Fetal Medicine

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Health at Westmead Hospital invites applications for a casual Cardiac Technologist Grade 2 to deliver expert ultrasound in a leading Maternal & Fetal Medicine centre, supporting complex fetal procedures and training clinicians.

Join a high-volume, advanced diagnostic service within the Westmead Institute, contributing to research, patient care, and a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in obstetric sonography services.
• Demonstrated interest and/or experience in ultrasound research.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including communicating with families in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert-level ultrasound services in maternal fetal medicine.
• Assist in diagnostic and therapeutic fetal procedures.
• Supervise, mentor, and train medical staff, sonographers, and students.
• Contribute to research projects and patient consent/imaging.
• Maintain accurate imaging records across PACS and reporting systems.

Skills

obstetric sonography

ultrasound research

independent work

interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate Diploma Medical Sonography

Tools

PACS

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

• Work in a leading tertiary fetal medicine centre
• Advanced ultrasound & interventional procedures exposure

Teach, mentor & contribute to impactful clinical research

Deliver expert ultrasound, support complex fetal procedures, and train clinicians in a leading maternal fetal medicine centre.

Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Cardiac Technologist Grade 2
Remuneration: $55.41 - $61.31 per hour
Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working

Join the renowned Westmead Institute for Maternal & Fetal Medicine, a tertiary/quaternary referral centre within Westmead Hospital, known for excellence in fetal diagnostics, therapy, and research. You’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performing multidisciplinary team committed to innovation and patient-centred care.

Work alongside leading specialists in maternal fetal medicine

Be part of a high-volume, advanced diagnostic and interventional service

Thrive in a supportive, education-focused environment

Access opportunities for research and professional growth

Contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What you'll be doing

In this dynamic role, you will deliver expert-level ultrasound services while supporting complex fetal procedures and advancing clinical excellence.

In this role you will:

Perform high-quality maternal fetal medicine ultrasound examinations.

Assist in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including fetal interventions.

Supervise, mentor, and train medical staff, sonographers, and students.

Contribute to research projects including patient consenting and imaging.

Maintain accurate imaging records across PACS and reporting systems.

Make a difference where it matters most.

Join a team shaping the future of maternal and fetal care and help deliver healthier outcomes for women and babies across NSW.

Applications Close: 4 October 2026

Qualification: Graduate Diploma Medical Sonography or equivalent

Registration: Sonographers Accreditation Registry (ASAR)

Selection Criteria:

Demonstrated experience in providing obstetric sonography services.

Demonstrated interest and/or experience in ultrasound research.

Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as a part of a multidisciplinary team.

Excellent interpersonal skills including an ability to communicate with families in stressful situations.

Demonstrated sound understanding and commitment to high quality patient care.

Demonstrated computer proficiency including PACS systems, Microsoft word, excel, outlook, internet and patient management systems/databases.

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

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/ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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 casual employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.