Trainee Sonographer

Child and Adolescent Health Service; Perth; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Child and Adolescent Health Service in Western Australia is seeking a Trainee Sonographer for a 3 year fixed-term full-time position. You will perform supervised ultrasound examinations, develop clinical and technical skills within an ASAR-accredited postgraduate program, and contribute to high-quality patient care.

You will assist with diagnostic assessments, prepare examination reports, support invasive procedures, maintain equipment and records, and participate in research and education

Qualifications

• ASAR-accredited postgraduate ultrasound program
• Supervised ultrasound examinations during training
• Clinical and technical skill development during PS
• Support and contribute to ultrasound service development

Responsibilities

• Perform supervised ultrasound examinations and develop skills
• Prepare examination reports and contribute to diagnostic assessments
• Support invasive procedures and participate in research activities
• Maintain quality standards, equipment and records
• Provide education and professional development support within the department

Education

ASAR-accredited postgraduate ultrasound program

Job description

CRVCID No. 750800 This is a 3 Year Fixed Term Full Time, with the possibility of extension(s). Position Profile: We are seeking a Trainee Sonographer to join a supportive imaging team while completing an ASAR-accredited postgraduate ultrasound program. In this role, you will perform supervised ultrasound examinations, develop your clinical and technical skills, and provide high-quality patient care. You will assist with diagnostic assessments, prepare examination reports, support invasive procedures, and contribute to the ongoing development of ultrasound services. The position also involves maintaining quality standards, equipment and records, participating in research activities, and supporting departmental education and professional development initiatives.

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia. Sponsorship is not currently available for this position.

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section51 of the Equal Opportunity Act1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within CAHS and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

About CAHS

The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children, and young people. CAHS comprises three service areas: Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) and Neonatology, Community Health, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). With over 7000 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area.

CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities , CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion , Collaboration , Equity , Respect , Excellence and Accountability . During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert.

Support for your interview process CAHS is committed to ensuring that our interview process meets the access needs of all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a disability, enhance access, or support your inclusion and success during the interview, please contact the CAHS Talent Acquisition Team prior to your interview. You can reach the team via [e-mail] or by calling 08 6456 0321. All enquiries will be treated confidentially.

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