Sonographer (6 Months Fixed Term Contract) Wits Health Consortium

Ajpersonnel; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Sonographer for the DPHRU – Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital in Soweto. Responsibilities include performing high-quality fetal ultrasound scans, assessing fetal development, and maintaining equipment. Candidates must have at least 2-3 years experience and must be registered with the Health Professions Council of SA. The role also requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment. The position is contract-based with closing date on 20 November 2025.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2–3 years of experience as a Sonographer.
• Must be registered in ultrasonography with HPCSA.
• Teaching and supervision experience would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality fetal ultrasound scans following clinical protocols.
• Assess fetal development and anatomy to detect abnormalities.
• Operate and adjust ultrasound machines for optimal image quality.
• Document scan results on REDCAP.

Skills

Aseptic Technique

Hospital Experience

Anatomy Knowledge

Basic Life Support

Computer Skills

Physiology Knowledge

Sonography

Pediatrics Experience

Medical Imaging

Catheterisation

EPIC

Patient Service Experience

Education

Grade 12

Trained and Registered Sonographer

GCP

Driver's licence

Job description

Background

• Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited (WHC) is a wholly‑owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health Sciences
• WHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research and other activities necessary to support its academic objectives
• In addition WHC offers a range of products and services to Academics

Main purpose of the job

• Experience of conducting 2D and 3D ultrasound with doppler where relevant in adults and children including ultrasound of the heart, carotid, kidneys and conducting fetal ultrasound during pregnancy including assessment of uterine and umbilical artery blood flow

Location

DPHRU – Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital Soweto

Key performance areas

• Perform high‑quality fetal ultrasound scans following clinical protocols
• Assess fetal development, anatomy and detect abnormalities
• Ensure correct positioning of the patient for optimal imaging
• Operate and adjust ultrasound machines to optimise image quality
• Perform routine maintenance and report equipment issues
• Stay updated on the latest ultrasound technology and techniques
• Capture and analyse high‑quality images for research data collection and screening purposes
• Provide preliminary findings to the study leads and complete referrals where relevant
• Accurately document scan results on REDCAP
• Follow professional guidelines for infection control and radiation safety standards
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self‑management
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
• Take ownership for driving own career development by participating in on‑going training and development activities such as workshops, forums, conferences etc.
• Apply knowledge of the organisational systems, structures, policies and procedures to achieve results
• Provide appropriate resolution for tasks or deadlines not met
• Support and drive the organisations core values
• Experience of conducting 2D and 3D ultrasound with doppler where relevant in adults and children including ultrasound of the heart, carotid, kidneys and conducting fetal ultrasound during pregnancy including assessment of uterine and umbilical artery blood flow
• Must be able to interpret images and generate reports capturing data and images into an electronic data capture system
• Must be able to conduct all ultrasound assessments including doppler measures and be willing to train and supervise junior sonography trainees including implementing quality control and quality assurance measures for all imaging conducted
• Confidentiality, tact and discretion must be maintained at all times
• Ability to manage self and prioritise own work load. Self‑motivated able to work independently and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent organisational communication and problem‑solving skills. Able to support the research team to deliver the project goals on time and on budget
• Ability to work independently to deliver on projects operational goals and objectives
• Teaching and supervision experience would be desirable

Required minimum education and training

• Grade 12
• Trained and Registered Sonographer
• GCP
• Driver's licence and able to drive a manual vehicle

Professional Body Registration

• Must be registered in ultrasonography with the Health Professions Council of SA (HPCSA)

Required minimum work experience

• At least 2–3 years experience working as a Sonographer

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Must possess strong organisational skills
• Interested in community engagement
• Ability to work and handle infants and young children
• Ability to manage emotionally triggering interviewsAbility to follow SOP and accuracy and precision of data collection
• Ability to multi‑task
• Must be detail oriented
• Must be able to work as a member of a team
• The ability to work in a complex and demanding environment
• It is expected that s / he will apply consistent adherence to research ethics

TO APPLY

• Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above you may submit a detailed updated CV
• Please Apply Online and complete your registration via our website to enable and protect you as a candidate and to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions
• This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL
• However you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position
• Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates
• Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful
• Closing date: 20 November 2025
• Note: No CV will be accepted after the closing date

Please note

• WHC in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto
• AJ Personnel is only responsible for advertising and the response handling on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium
• AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position

Key Skills

• Aseptic Technique
• Hospital Experience
• Anatomy Knowledge
• Basic Life Support
• Computer Skills
• Physiology Knowledge
• Sonography
• Pediatrics Experience
• Medical Imaging
• Catheterisation
• EPIC
• Patient Service Experience

Employment Type

Contract

Experience

years

Vacancy

1