Sonographer

Murrumbidgee Local Health District; Berrigan; On-site; AUD 132,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $20,600 per ann

Novated car leasing option

Professional development opportunities

Employee wellbeing programs

Job summary

Murrumbidgee Local Health District is seeking an experienced Sonographer at Griffith Base Hospital to deliver high-quality imaging services. You will perform obstetric, gynecologic, vascular, MSK, paediatric and interventional exams, ensuring patient safety and comfort while supporting a 24/7 roster.

The role requires ASAR accreditation, a driver’s licence, and willingness to travel to peripheral sites. You’ll work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team and contribute to ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Hold current ASAR accreditation.
• Experience performing a wide range of independent sonographic examinations.
• Willingness to travel to peripheral hospitals and participate in on-call rosters.
• Valid NSW Class C Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of sonographic examinations: obstetrics, gynaecology, vascular, MSK, paediatrics and interventional procedures.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, staff and public; participate in 24/7 roster and after-hours on-call.
• Prioritise and manage workload across inpatients and outpatients for timely care.
• Document patient details and examination information in RIS/PACS per policies.
• Support training, supervision and assessment of undergraduates and new graduates.
• Maintain current ASAR accreditation and engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

ASAR accreditation

Independent sonography

Obstetrics

Vascular imaging

On-call availability

Tools

RIS/PACS

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full - Time (until 07 February 2027) (Job Share Considered)

Position Classification: Radiographer – Level 3 Grade 3

Remuneration: $146,444.90 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Hours Per Week: up to 35

Requisition ID: REQ696668

Location: Griffith Base Hospital

About the role:

We are looking for an experienced Sonographer to join us at Griffith Base Hospital to provide a high-quality medical imaging service to MLHD patients to support the provision of optimal patient health outcomes.

As a Sonographer, you will be responsible for:

• Performing a wide range of medical imaging and sonographic examinations, including obstetrics, gynaecology, vascular, MSK, paediatrics and interventional procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout
• Providing and managing a safe environment for all patients, staff and the public, including participation in the 24/7 roster and on-call arrangements to provide after-hours cover where required
• Prioritising and managing workload effectively across competing demands for both inpatients and outpatients to ensure timely and appropriate care delivery
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of patient details and examination information in line with RIS/PACS business rules and reporting requirements
• Supporting the training, supervision and assessment of undergraduate and new graduate sonographers while collaborating effectively with the multidisciplinary team, external referrers and reporting radiologists
• Maintaining current ASAR accreditation and engaging in ongoing professional development to ensure practice remains consistent with contemporary sonographic standards and NSW Health policy

What MLHD offer:

• Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Flexible Working Arrangements - Designed to support work-life balance, aligned with NSW Health policy.
• Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Hold current ASAR accreditation
• Demonstrate experience performing a wide range of independent sonographic examinations including obstetrics, gynaecology, vascular, MSK, paediatrics and interventional procedures
• Hold a current NSW Class C Driver's Licence and is willing to travel to peripheral hospitals and participate in on-call and after-hours rosters as required

For role related queries or questions contact Timetaake Baiteke – the Radiology Manager, Griffith on [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

Applications close: 23 October 2026

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases.

The full list of requirements is outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11).