Locum Cardiac Sonographer

Aussie Locums; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel, accommodation & hire car

Mon-Fri schedule

Explore Bathurst region (weekends off)

Job summary

Aussie Locums is seeking a Locum Cardiac Sonographer for a 1-month assignment in Bathurst, NSW, with potential extension. You will perform inpatient and outpatient echocardiograms in Bathurst and occasionally in Orange, on a Monday-to-Friday schedule.

The position offers travel support, accommodation, and hire car assistance, with competitive pay up to $105 per hour plus superannuation and DOE. NSW Health credentialing may be required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience performing echocardiograms including stress echoes and TOE.
• Proficiency with GE Vivid S60N echocardiography machines.
• Experience with reporting software such as IntelliSpace Health Track.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Strong communication with medical staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform inpatient and outpatient echocardiograms (8–10 scans per day).
• Conduct stress echocardiograms and TOE procedures.
• Travel between Bathurst and Orange, spending one day per week in Orange.
• Work with a cardiologist and support staff, while also operating independently.
• Adhere to department policies and protocols.

Skills

Echocardiography

Stress echoes

TOE

Tools

GE Vivid S60N

IntelliSpace

Health Track

Job description

Locum Cardiac Sonographer needed in Bathurst, NSW for 1 month from 3 November 2024 – possibility of extension!

Locum Cardiac Sonographer

Job Ref: 1548090

Salary details: up to $105 per hour + super DOE.
Location: Bathurst, NSW

• Locum Cardiac Sonographer | Travel, accommodation & hire car support
• Monday to Friday only | Free weekends to explore the region
• Home to the famous Bathurst 1000 | Visit the National Motor Racing Museum

Please quote job reference: 1548090

Location: Bathurst, NSW

All about my new employer?

Bathurst Hospital is a regional healthcare facility located in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia. It provides a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, surgery, maternity, and outpatient services, catering to the healthcare needs of the local community and surrounding areas. The hospital is equipped with modern facilities and staffed by a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, ensuring quality patient care and support. In addition to its core medical services, Bathurst Hospital also plays a vital role in education and training for medical students and healthcare professionals.

All about the role

The locum cardiac sonographer role involves conducting inpatient and outpatient echocardiograms in Bathurst and occasionally in Orange, with an expected workload of 8-10 scans per day. This position arises due to the upcoming maternity leaves of three sonographers, and it offers a structured schedule from Monday to Friday, with no weekends or on-call duties. The sonographer will work alongside a cardiologist and support staff, although they may operate independently at times. The role requires proficiency in echocardiography, including stress echoes and TOE procedures. The facility provides travel support and accommodation options, with competitive pay rates.

Locum Dates: 3rd November for 1 month, possibility of extending.

All about the duties will I perform?

• Conduct inpatient and outpatient echocardiograms (8-10 scans per day).
• Perform stress echocardiograms and transesophageal echocardiograms (TOE).
• Collaborate with a cardiologist and support staff while also working independently.
• Travel between Bathurst and Orange, spending one day per week in Orange.
• Utilise GE Vivid S60N machines
• Adhere to a Monday to Friday schedule with no weekends or on-call responsibilities.
• Work to all procedures, policies and protocols within the department.

Note that there will be some NSW Health credentialing required, and our team will be on hand to assist with this.

The skills and experience I need for this job

• Proven experience in performing echocardiograms, including stress echoes and TOE.
• Proficiency in using echocardiography machines, preferably GE Vivid S60N.
• Familiarity with reporting software such as IntelliSpace and Health Track.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with medical staff and patients.
• Flexibility to travel between Bathurst and Orange.

What’s in it for me, The Benefits

• Competitive pay rates up to $105 per hour plus super (DOE)
• Travel support and accommodation options provided for ease of relocation + hire care
• Structured Monday to Friday schedule with no weekends or on-call duties, promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunity to gain diverse experience by working across multiple locations (Bathurst and Orange).
• Access to a supportive team environment with on-site cardiologists and staff.
• Partnership with Aussie Locums ensures personalised service and ongoing career support.