Sonographer - Medical Imaging

NSW Health; Kingswood; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Day off (ADO)

Salary Packaging

Novated Leasing

Education Training Service (110+ cours

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for,

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District invites applications for a senior Radiographer at Nepean Hospital to deliver high‑quality diagnostic imaging and provide clinical leadership across the Medical Imaging Department.

You will mentor junior staff and students, contribute to service development, quality improvement, and education, and collaborate with Radiologists, doctors, nurses and allied health professionals to ensure patient‑centred care.

Qualifications

• Degree in Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography) with eligible Sonography qualification.
• Registration with AHPRA as a Medical Radiation Practitioner.
• I14 Radiation Licence from NSW EPA.
• Registration with ASAR.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality diagnostic imaging and advanced clinical leadership.
• Mentor junior staff and supervise students in the department.
• Collaborate with Radiologists and allied health colleagues.
• Participate in service improvement and quality initiatives.

Skills

Ultrasound proficiency

Leadership

Mentoring

Autonomous worker

Education

Degree in Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography)

Job description

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time or Part Time
Position Classification:Radiographer Level 3 Grade 3
Location: Nepean Hospital
Remuneration:$80.18 per hour
Hours Per Week:up to 35
Requisition ID:REQ674669
Applications Close: 09/11/2026

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.

The Nepean Blue Mountains Health District offers a wide range of Medical Imaging (Radiology), Nuclear Medicine, and Nuclear Medical Therapy procedures through our various facilities/services with a goal to help diagnose, assess, and treat patient's injury or disease.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and motivated Radiographer to join the Medical Imaging Department at Nepean Hospital, one of New South Wales' largest and fastest-growing tertiary referral hospitals.

As a senior member of our multidisciplinary team, you will provide expert clinical imaging services while supporting service development, quality improvement, education and leadership across a broad range of diagnostic imaging modalities. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, patient-focused environment committed to excellence in healthcare delivery.

The Radiographer is responsible for delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services and providing advanced clinical leadership within the department. The successful applicant will demonstrate expert clinical practice, mentor and support junior staff and students, contribute to service improvement initiatives, and promote safe, evidence-based patient care.

Working collaboratively with Radiologists, Medical Specialists, Nurses and Allied Health professionals, you will play an integral role in delivering timely and accurate diagnostic imaging services to support exceptional patient outcomes.
The post holder is primarily based at Nepean Hospital though may be required to rotate to BMDAMH to provide service cover as required.The role operates on a rotating shifts Monday to Friday, with some weekend on-call cover from 9:00am–9:00pm, ensuring continuity of service delivery.

If you have excellent clinical skills, strong leadership capability, and a commitment to continuous improvement, you thrive in a busy tertiary hospital environment and are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

• Accrued Day off (ADO)
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

What you will bring to the role

• Possess the following qualifications and registrations: 1. A Degree in Medical Radiation Science in Diagnostic Radiography and a recognised Sonography qualification 2. Registration with AHPRA as a Medical Radiation Practitioner. 3. I14 Radiation Licence from NSW EPA. 4. Registration with ASAR
• Demonstrated high standard of knowledge, clinical experience and proficiency in ultrasound across a broad range of examinations.
• An ability to supervise, instruct and mentor other MRS' and undergraduates.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Additional Information:

• NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
• NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, Child Safe Standards
• For assistance with applying. To find out more about the NSW Health application process.
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.