Modality Lead - Sonography

Noosa Radiology; Noosa Shire; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Birthday leave

CPD allowances

Professional memberships

Job summary

Noosa Radiology on the Sunshine Coast is seeking an experienced Sonographer to take on the role of Modality Lead – Sonography, leading clinical practice, QA and staff development across ultrasound imaging. The role offers scope for full-time or part-time work with dedicated administration time to support modality leadership and ongoing clinical duties.

You will work with radiologists and operational leadership to maintain technical standards, support equipment performance and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Accredited postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound.
• Current ASAR registration.
• Demonstrated experience across a broad range of ultrasound examinations.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of ultrasound equipment and software.
• Sound understanding of quality assurance and accreditation requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide clinical guidance and support to colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to continuous learning, professional development and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain sonography protocols, SOPs and clinical standards in line with best practice and organisational requirements.
• Provide clinical and technical support to sonography staff, ensuring consistent examination techniques, image quality and standards of care.
• Oversee ultrasound equipment performance, maintenance, QA, calibration, repairs and upgrades, including liaison with vendors and service technicians.
• Coordinate onboarding, training, supervision and professional development of sonography staff and students.
• Monitor compliance with ASAR standards, accreditation requirements and relevant legislation, including quality audits and documentation.
• Maintain QA, equipment, incident and compliance records and contribute to incident reviews and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Liaise with radiologists regarding clinical protocols, image quality and examination standards.
• Support roster coordination, clinical meetings, accreditation activities and working groups as required.
• Provide clinical and technical input into equipment procurement, budgeting, technology upgrades and broader service planning.

Skills

ASAR registration

Experience in ultrasonography

Clinical leadership

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ultrasound software knowledge

Education

Accredited postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound

Tools

RIS/PACS systems

Job description

Exciting career opportunity available at our expanding, independently owned radiology practice on the Sunshine Coast.

Are you an experienced Sonographer ready to take the next step in your career and play a key role in the clinical leadership and development of our sonography services? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!

About Us

We are one of the largest independently owned radiology groups on the Sunshine Coast. Established in 2009 and Radiologist-owned, we are committed to delivering high-quality imaging and patient-focused care by remaining at the forefront of new imaging techniques to benefit our doctors, referrers, and patients.

We provide a comprehensive range of imaging and procedural services including MRI, PET/CT, CT, SPECT/CT, breast imaging, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, BMD, dental imaging, and general x-ray.

Our growing group currently operates across Noosa, Cooroy, Coolum and Gympie, with our new Nambour practice opening in early 2027.

Our teams go above and beyond to provide the highest level of care and service to our patients every day. Our continued growth reflects our commitment to meeting the increasing demand for high-quality imaging services in our communities.

About the Opportunity

With the continued growth of our imaging services, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Sonographer to take on the role of Modality Lead – Sonography.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Sonographer looking to take on additional clinical leadership responsibilities and play an important role in maintaining and developing the quality, consistency and technical standards of our sonography services.

As Modality Lead, you will work closely with our sonography team, radiologists and operational leadership to support clinical practice, equipment performance, quality assurance, training and professional development across the modality.

The role can be offered on a full-time basis or part‑time at 4 days per week, with dedicated administration time provided to undertake the additional modality responsibilities alongside your clinical workload.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain sonography protocols, SOPs and clinical standards in line with best practice and organisational requirements.
• Provide clinical and technical support to sonography staff, ensuring consistent examination techniques, image quality and standards of care.
• Oversee ultrasound equipment performance, maintenance, QA, calibration, repairs and upgrades, including liaison with vendors and service technicians.
• Coordinate onboarding, training, supervision and professional development of sonography staff and students.
• Monitor compliance with ASAR standards, accreditation requirements and relevant legislation, including quality audits and documentation.
• Maintain QA, equipment, incident and compliance records and contribute to incident reviews and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Liaise with radiologists regarding clinical protocols, image quality and examination standards.
• Support roster coordination, clinical meetings, accreditation activities and working groups as required.
• Provide clinical and technical input into equipment procurement, budgeting, technology upgrades and broader service planning.

About You

• Accredited postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound
• Current ASAR registration
• Demonstrated experience across a broad range of ultrasound examinations
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of ultrasound equipment and software
• Sound understanding of quality assurance and accreditation requirements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide clinical guidance and support to colleagues
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to continuous learning, professional development and high-quality patient care

Previous experience in a senior clinical, modality lead or coordinator role would be highly regarded, as would experience with protocol development, clinical procedure review, RIS/PACS systems, accreditation processes or quality improvement initiatives.

What We Can Offer

• Attractive and competitive remuneration package with flexible work options
• Opportunity to take on a senior clinical leadership role while continuing to work clinically
• Dedicated administration time to support your modality leadership responsibilities
• 5 weeks annual leave, paid professional memberships and CPD allowances
• Birthday leave – have the day off paid on your birthday
• Annual salary review
• Experienced, passionate, supportive and friendly team
• Excellent working environment with annual events, social events and team celebrations
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives
• Strong focus on work-life balance
• Opportunity to be involved in the continued growth and development of our sonography services

Live and work in one of the fastest growing regions in Queensland.

Find Out More

Click on the Noosa Radiology website: https://noosaradiology.com.au

For more information, please contact our Operations Manager on 0432 257 *** or our HR Director on 0405 956 *** for a confidential discussion.