Trainee Sonographer

Queensland X-Ray; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland X-Ray in Townsville is seeking a Trainee Sonographer to commence in 2027. The program offers post-graduate ultrasound training across hospital and community settings, with paid full-time employment for the 2-year course and a minimum 3-year commitment post-qualification.

Ideal candidates have a health-related bachelor’s degree, eligibility for ultrasound studies, and at least one year of post-graduate experience. Local residency is preferred to support a long-term role.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a health-related bachelor’s degree and eligibility for a post-graduate ultrasound program.
• At least one year of post-graduation work experience preferred.
• Demonstrates strong patient care and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through multiple medical imaging practices to gain exposure.
• Train with experienced sonographers across general, obs/gyn, MSK and vascular ultrasound.
• Join an on-call roster after qualification and participate in productive bonus schemes.
• Support a 2-year post-graduate coursework with paid full-time employment.

Skills

Ultrasound basics

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

Health-related Bachelor's degree

Eligibility for post-graduate ultrasound course

1-year post-graduate work experience

Job description

About Us

Queensland X-Ray's focus on 'Our People Make a Difference’ is reflected in our culture which stems from the 'Core Values’. Led by an experienced team of radiologists and imaging specialists, Queensland X-Ray has almost 50 sites state wide.

We are one of the largest and longest-standing medical imaging businesses in Queensland. Our success can be attributed to our unwavering commitment to providing customers with a caring and highly specialised service that is continuously delivered by the most experienced professionals.

Backed by Sonic Healthcare, an ASX listed company, we are able to ensure our technology and equipment are state-of-the-art. You will work with the latest medical imaging equipment, in world-class facilities and with experts in their field.

About the role

We are seeking a full-time Townsville-based Trainee Sonographer to commence in 2027. We invite applications seeking post-graduate ultrasound training.

Your training program will be structured to see you rotate through multiple medical imaging practices - both hospital departments and community-based settings - to allow for the best possible exposure to a wide variety of patient studies. There is also a commitment to a weekend shift roster at our hospital sites.

All roles will be offered on paid, full-time basis for the duration of the 2-year post-graduate coursework, and for a minimum 3-year, full-time commitment post-qualification.

You will be trained by highly skilled, experienced sonographers with an industry reputation for providing an exceptional, fully comprehensive experience across general, obs/gynae, MSK and vascular ultrasound. Upon becoming qualified you will be placed on the on-call roster, and after 1 year of experience post-qualification, you will be eligible to participate in our equitable bonus system based on productivity.

The entry procedure includes successful completion of a 30-minute examination and interview. Please submit your CV, cover letter, and academic transcripts as soon as possible.

The ideal candidate will possess the following criteria:

• A graduate of a health-related Bachelor’s degree, with eligibility for entry into a suitable post-graduate Ultrasound course and at least one-year of post-graduation work experience.
• Ideally local to the area, or a candidate with the ability to commit to living in the region for at least 5+ years
• An individual with a strong work ethic, who demonstrates a high degree of self-direction as well as excellent patient care and communication skills.
• Demonstrates ability to work in both an individual and team setting

Queensland X-Ray prides itself on its reputation of high standards, quality and patient care and is seeking candidates demonstrating relevant experience (in medical imaging and/or other relevant health disciplines), previous academic success, and an appropriate work ethic. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to join our excellent team of sonographers, led by our highly skilled and supportive radiologists and to work in an environment based on a culture of continuing education and quality outcomes.

Due to the volume of applications, please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive correspondence we encourage you to apply again in the next opening.