Sonographer

Hunter New England Local Health District; Taree; On-site; AUD 132,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Allocated Days Off

4 weeks annual leave

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is inviting applications for a Radiographer Level 3 Grade 3 at Manning Hospital on a permanent full-time basis. The role offers a 35-hour week, a generous remuneration package, and a coastal Mid North Coast lifestyle in NSW.

You will work across Emergency, Inpatient and Outpatient services, providing high-quality imaging with a multidisciplinary team, and supporting clinical excellence while developing imaging services in a busy regional referral hospital.

Qualifications

• Degree in Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography) and eligible for registration with AHPRA.
• Post graduate qualification in Medical Sonography and ASAR accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Work across a diverse caseload including emergency, inpatient and outpatient services.
• Provide senior radiography expertise and contribute to ongoing imaging service development.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography)

Post graduate qualification in Medical Sonography

Job description

Take your radiography career further, with coastal living at your doorstep.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Radiographer Level 3 Grade 3

Remuneration: $146,444.90 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging

Hours Per Week: 35 Hours per week

Requisition ID: REQ699320

Location: Manning Hospital

Applications Close: Sunday 1st November 2026

About The Role And Where You Will Be Working

Advance your radiography career on the beautiful Mid North Coast of NSW.

Join the Medical Imaging team at Manning Hospital as a Radiographer Level 3 Grade 3 and take the next step in your career in a modern, purpose-built department. This is an opportunity to bring your clinical expertise to a busy regional referral hospital, contribute to high-quality patient care and enjoy an enviable coastal lifestyle.

You’ll work across a diverse caseload, supporting emergency, inpatient and outpatient services while collaborating with a skilled multidisciplinary team.

As a senior radiographer, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your expertise, support clinical excellence and contribute to the ongoing development of imaging services.

Flexibility matters. While this position is advertised as full‑time, applications from candidates seeking part‑time hours or job‑share arrangements are strongly encouraged.

Based in Taree, you’ll enjoy the best of regional living, with stunning beaches, the Manning River, national parks and the Barrington Coast right on your doorstep.

Taree offers a relaxed lifestyle without sacrificing convenience, with excellent schools, shopping, sporting facilities and a growing café and hospitality scene. More affordable housing than many metropolitan areas means more opportunity to enjoy the lifestyle you want.

Located approximately two hours from Newcastle, Taree also offers transport connections to Sydney, making it an attractive choice for professionals seeking a better work‑life balance while continuing to grow their career.

About You

You’re a patient‑focused imaging professional with strong communication and organisational skills, the ability to manage a varied workload and a commitment to delivering safe, high‑quality patient care. You thrive in a collaborative team environment and take pride in performing examinations to a high professional standard.

You’ll bring a proactive approach to your work, sound clinical judgement and a genuine commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Dual‑qualified Radiographer/Sonographers are encouraged to apply. If you originally trained and practised as a radiographer and are interested in maintaining or returning to radiography practice, Manning Hospital may be able to offer supported clinical experience opportunities within Medical Imaging to help you maintain or rebuild your skills.

If you’re interested in returning to radiography practice, we encourage you to discuss available opportunities with the contact officer.

Requirements

• Degree in Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography) or equivalent. Eligible for registration with Australian Health Professionals Registration Authority (AHPRA), hold/ current NSW EPA Radiation licence and ASAR accreditation
• Post graduate qualification in Medical Sonography and registration with the Australian Sonographers Accreditation Registry (ASAR)
• Participate in the Rosters, overtime and on‑call duties as required by the site, and which may change from time to time

What We Can Offer

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full‑time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro‑ratio for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well‑being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier‑free application process.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [e-mail] or 1300 40 25 23.

HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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