Lead Sonographer

Lumus Imaging; Dubbo; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumus Imaging in Dubbo is seeking a Lead Sonographer who combines hands-on scanning with strong leadership.

You will mentor a team of sonographers, deliver CPD, train referrers, and work closely with Radiologists to maintain quality. This regional role offers diverse caseload and a pathway to long-term leadership.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in medical imaging.
• Current ASAR accreditation.
• Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance.
• Appropriate Australian or New Zealand work rights.

Responsibilities

• Performing a broad range of studies across general, MSK, vascular, obstetrics, small parts and interventional ultrasound.
• Managing and mentoring a team of sonographers, from one-on-one training of new graduates to upskilling experienced colleagues.
• Developing and delivering sonographer training and CPD programs.
• Educating referrers and presenting clinical information across a range of formats.
• Championing quality, patient care and positive change within the team.
• Collaborating closely with Radiologists and clinic staff to keep workflow running smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Teamwork

CPD Leadership

Education

Medical imaging qualification

ASAR accreditation

Job description

Why you'll love this role

• Lead from the front.Shape team culture, mentor sonographers at every stage of their careers, and drive continuous improvement in a quality-focused practice
• Live the Dubbo lifestyle.Affordable housing, a five-minute commute, great schools and a genuine community, with direct flights to Sydney when you want the city
• Flexible work arrangementsdesigned around genuine work-life balance
• Invest in your career.Supported CPD and a clear pathway to build a long-term future with Lumus
• Work at the cutting edge.Partner with leading Radiologists using the latest ultrasound technology and systems across a diverse caseload of acute and outpatient studies
• Real clinical variety.As a major regional health hub, Dubbo offers the breadth of caseload metro sites can't match — and your leadership will be felt across the Central West

About the role

As Lead Sonographer, you'll combine hands-on scanning with genuine leadership. Your day will include:

• Performing a broad range of studies across general, MSK, vascular, obstetrics, small parts and interventional ultrasound
• Managing and mentoring a team of sonographers, from one-on-one training of new graduates to upskilling experienced colleagues
• Developing and delivering sonographer training and CPD programs
• Educating referrers and presenting clinical information across a range of formats
• Championing quality, patient care and positive change within the team
• Collaborating closely with Radiologists and clinic staff to keep workflow running smoothly

About you

• Extensive ultrasound experience across musculoskeletal, vascular, general, obstetrics and interventional imaging
• Previous leadership experience managing a team of sonographers
• A natural mentor with experience training beginner sonographers, developing training programs and delivering CPD
• Confident communicator, comfortable presenting and sharing knowledge through a variety of media
• Skilled at prioritising busy workloads, working both independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solver with a genuine commitment to quality and patient care

Qualifications & requirements

• Recognised qualification in medical imaging, or equivalent
• Current ASAR accreditation
• Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance
• Appropriate Australian or New Zealand work rights