Sonographer - Grade 3 or 4

Northeast Health Wangaratta; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation assistance

Relocation assistance

Five weeks annual leave

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Job summary

Northeast Health Wangaratta invites applications for a full-time Sonographer (Grade 3 or 4) in our Medical Imaging Department. The role focuses on professional ultrasound imaging for patients, following department protocols, and contributing to high-quality patient care.

Applicants should meet the Grade 3/4 AHP1 criteria and hold Medical Radiation Practitioner registration with AHPRA, with potential relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• Must meet the Grade 3 or 4 AHP1 classification under the Allied Health Professionals Enterprise Agreement.
• Dual qualified radiographer and sonographer with appropriate registrations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Make accurate diagnostic decisions.
• Participate in open and informed discussions with radiologists and other staff.
• Ensure an efficient workflow.
• Optimise patient care.

Education

Medical Radiation Practitioner registration with AHPRA

Victorian Radiation Use Licence

Job description

• Full time, fixed term contract - 5/9/2027
• 80 hours per fortnight - inclusive of ADO accrual
• Applications for fractional hours are welcome

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute, sub-acute, aged care and community services.

The Medical Imaging Department provides a wide range of diagnostic ultrasound services. This is a full-time, fixed-term position, with 80 hours per fortnight. Applications for part-time hours are also welcome.

The primary role of the Sonographer is to provide professional and efficient imaging services to patients and clients of NHW. The classification is commensurate with the level of experience under the Allied Health Professionals Enterprise Agreement and requires an ability to perform various imaging examinations in accordance with the medical imaging department protocols.

The Sonographer is required to:

• make accurate diagnostic decisions
• participate in open and informed discussions with radiologists and other staff
• ensure an efficient workflow
• optimise patient care

The Sonographer - Grade 3 or 4 position is an important role within the medical imaging group. The Grade 3 or 4 Sonographer must meet the classification criteria of a Grade 3 or 4 AHP1 under the Allied Health Professionals Enterprise Agreement.

This position may also be suitable for a dual qualified radiographer and sonographer, for those that hold Medical Radiation Practitioner registration with AHPRA, and a Victorian Radiation Use Licence. Staff that hold these registrations will also participate in the MIT rotating roster.

Up to eight weeks of accommodation assistance is available. Additionally, assistance with relocation costs is also available - please contact [e-mail] if you wish to discuss prior to submitting an application.

Our Region:

• Wangaratta has a population of approximately 30,000 and our catchment serves a community of around 100,000 throughout the northeast.
• We're an easy 2 ½ hours' drive on the Hume Freeway from Melbourne, and less than an hour to Albury airport with direct flights to most Australian cities.
• We have extensive schooling options from kindergarten to year 12.
• Our region is a popular destination year-round. It boasts multiple national parks, picturesque small towns, award winning restaurants, wineries and breweries.
• Whether you want to hike, mountain bike and ski in the mountains, paddle the rivers or cruise on the rail trails, there is something for everyone in the Northeast.
• https://www.visitwangaratta.com.au/Home
• https://www.victoriashighcountry.com.au/snow/

The successful applicant will benefit from:

• Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits available. If you have relocated permanently, you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
• Five weeks annual leave, with an additional week for any employee working 10 or more weekend shifts, and an additional week for any employee working 10 or more weekend call periods.
• Full time employees have the option to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish.
• Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance.
• Employee Assistant Programs (EAP).
• Wellbeing programs and discounted corporate gym membership.
• Social club benefits.
• Support for our diverse workforce.