Cardiac Sonographer (Grade 3), Surgical and Critical

Employment Type -  Permanent Part Time; Permanent Full Time

Job Category - Allied Health Professional (generic)

Req Id - 9657 

HAVE IT ALL

JOIN OUR ALLIED HEALTH TEAM NOW!

Why work with us?

• Make a meaningful impact with Victoria’s largest regional health service
• Enjoy professional development and career progression within a multiskilled, dedicated and supportive team
• Enjoy genuine work-life balance in beautiful coastal Geelong
• Excellent full-time and part-time opportunities available for Grade 3 Sonographers

About the role

The Grade 3 Cardiac Sonographer possesses high levels of specialist knowledge  within Echocardiography as part of Cardiology ambulatory services across Barwon Health.

About our Cardiac Sonography team

You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional, friendly and dedicated team who take pride in providing a high-quality service.

We promote positive and respectful relationships and strong working partnerships across the workplace. You will also have the opportunity to grow and develop your capabilities through Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development.

About our ergonomic, flexible and efficient workflow for sustainability of workforce: Non-negotiable since 2020

• Ergonomic Equipment - Echo machines, beds, chairs, stand/sit desks
• Multiskilling aligned with departmental needs to help reduce workplace injuries
• Echo Supervisor available to assist and troubleshoot across all echo rooms
• Experienced senior support team
• Hourly Echos – maximum of 7 per day – all IP and OP rooms
• Workload in IP rooms – Limited to a maximum of 2 morning or afternoon session per week
  • Morning session - 1 OP + 3 IP
  • Afternoon session - 3 IP
• 2 Sonographers rotating scans for SE lists
• Limiting mobile scans to critical areas - ICU, CCU,EMD
• Buddy system for ICU and Bariatric patients
• No weekend or on call Service
• Weekly, protected and paid Echo Education Meeting

Key responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality specialist cardiac diagnostic services in accordance with clinical guidelines, credentialing requirements, best practice standards and relevant legislation.
• Independently perform and complete a range of diagnostic cardiology examinations, including accurate patient identification, equipment operation, documentation and presentation of results for reporting.
• Provide leadership, supervision, mentoring and education to Cardiac Technologists/Sonographers, students and other clinical staff, while contributing to quality improvement and research/teaching activities.
• Promote safe, respectful and patient-centred care, ensuring compliance with privacy, health records, information security, incident reporting, equipment and organisational requirements.

What we’re looking for

Cardiac Sonographer

• Successfully completed a Degree or Postgraduate qualification in Sonography recognised by the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR) and eligible for admission to the Register of Accredited Medical Sonographers; or
• Has been admitted to the Register of Accredited Medical Sonographers by the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR), without having completed a Degree or Postgraduate qualification in Sonography recognised by ASAR.

Position Description  

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services. 

Barwon Health staff benefits 

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction 
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program 
• Extensive professional development opportunities 
• Attractive salary packaging benefits 
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• Living expenses capped at $9,010 
• Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650 

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here 

Diversity and inclusion 

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. 

Child safety 

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards 

Additional information 

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au 

All appointments are subject to: 

• Satisfactory Police Record Check 

• Immunisation Status Clearance 

• Working with Children Check (if applicable) 

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email. 

Contact person: Tharien Du Plessis
Email: THARIEN.DUPLESSIS@barwonhealth.org.au

Application closing date: 23 October 2026