Sonographer - Senior

Queensland Government; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Downs Health in Toowoomba region invites a Senior Sonographer to deliver advanced ultrasound services, using expert judgement to support accurate diagnoses and timely clinical decisions.

You will mentor colleagues and students, partner with medical and allied health teams, and contribute to service improvement and professional development across the health service. ASAR registration and postgraduate ultrasound qualification are required.

Qualifications

• ASAR registration is required to practice.
• Postgraduate qualification in medical ultrasound from a recognised body.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced sonography services with expert judgement.
• Partner with medical, nursing and allied health teams to improve outcomes.
• Mentor, supervise, train and assess colleagues and students.
• Contribute to service improvement and quality initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Decision-making

Clinical judgement

Education

ASAR registration

Postgraduate qualification in medical ultrasound

Job description

What your day could look likeAs a Senior Sonographer, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality diagnostic services that support timely clinical decisions and better patient outcomes. From providing expert ultrasound care to strengthening capability across the service, you'll work alongside skilled clinicians and contribute to healthcare that makes a real difference across the Darling Downs community.Deliver advanced sonography services, using expert judgement to support accurate diagnoses and exceptional patient care.Partner with medical, nursing and allied health teams to improve clinical outcomes and enhance service delivery.Support capability across the workforce through mentoring, clinical supervision, training and assessment of colleagues and students.Contribute to service improvement, quality initiatives and professional forums that strengthen ultrasound services across the health service.Let's talk about you!You're someone who combines technical expertise with sound judgement, staying focused and adaptable when priorities shift. You build trusted relationships, communicate confidently with a wide range of clinicians, and take pride in helping patients receive the right care at the right time. You'll be motivated by opportunities to share your knowledge, support others to succeed, and contribute to a service where compassion, integrity, dignity, innovation and courage guide the way forward.Here's what will help you thrive in this role:Current registration with the Australasian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR).Accredited postgraduate qualification in medical ultrasound from a recognised institution or professional body.Proven ability to manage complex sonography workloads and apply advanced professional judgement.Strong communication, teamwork and decision-making skills in busy clinical environments.Most importantly, you'll be passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while helping build a stronger, more connected health service for regional communities.Why Join Darling Downs Health?At Darling Downs Health, we care for over 300,000 people across our expansive region. No matter where you live in our region, from Taroom in the north to Texas in the south, our purpose is to ensure accessible and sustainable care. It's complex, challenging work that makes a real difference - and the career possibilities are endless.Whether you're a doctor, nurse, allied health professional, facilities team member, or administrator, you'll see your impact firsthand. Here, you'll find opportunities that simply don't exist elsewhere: the chance to lead initiatives, develop specialties, and embrace responsibilities that would take years to access in larger health services.Darling Downs Health is where you can step up sooner, grow faster, and help shape the future of care across our region.Your career at Darling Downs Health also comes with meaningful rewards:Maximise your take-home pay with salary packaging and generous leave entitlementsEnjoy flexible work arrangements that support balance and varietyAccess professional development funding, study leave and clear career pathwaysBe part of a diverse and inclusive culture that values learning and collaboration.Take care of your wellbeing with EAP access, private health insurance discounts and the Fitness Passport.For a full list of benefits, visit: Darling Downs Health BenefitsYour future is here. Where are you?If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a place that values people and purpose, we'd love to hear from you.Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application and upload the requested documents.Find out more about us!Visit our careers site to learn more about working with Darling Downs Health:www.health.qld.gov.au/darlingdownsWork with Us | Toowoomba#WorkDDHHS #OpportunityImpact #TheyreHereThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.