Lead Sonographer

Sweeping Corporation of America; Orange City Council; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

CPD support and career development

Access to latest ultrasound technology

Job summary

Lumus is seeking a Lead Sonographer to combine hands-on scanning with strong leadership. You will mentor a team of sonographers, deliver CPD programs and education for referrers while upholding high clinical standards.

The role emphasizes quality patient care, continuous improvement, and close collaboration with Radiologists and clinical staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform a broad range of ultrasound studies across general, MSK, vascular, obstetrics, small parts and interventional imaging.
• Mentor and manage a team of sonographers, including training graduates and upskilling colleagues.
• Develop and deliver sonographer training and CPD programs.
• Educate referrers and present clinical information in various formats.
• Champion quality, patient care and continuous improvement within the team.
• Collaborate with Radiologists and clinic staff to maintain smooth workflow.

Skills

Ultrasound experience across MSK

Ultrasound experience across vascular

Ultrasound experience across general

Ultrasound experience across obstetric

Ultrasound experience across intervens

Leadership experience

Mentoring/training

Education

Qualified medical imaging qualification

ASAR accreditation

Job description

Ready to step up? Lead a skilled sonography team, drive clinical excellence and build the next generation of sonographers.

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
• 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
• A team that wants to learn.Join a motivated, friendly group committed to training, knowledge sharing and outstanding patient care

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‑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