Senior Sonographer
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time or Part Time (up to 21/03/2027)
Location: Nepean Hospital
Hours Per Week: up to 38 (Cardiac Technologist), up to 35 (Radiographer)
Requisition ID: REQ633391
Applications Close: 25/02/2026
Position Classification & Remuneration: Dependent on qualifications
Cardiac Technologist Grade 2: $53.28 – $58.96 per hour
Radiographer Level 3 Grade 3: $77.10 per hour
With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.
About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.
The Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District offers a wide range of Medical Imaging (Radiology), Nuclear Medicine, and Nuclear Medical Therapy procedures through our various facilities/services with a goal to help diagnose, assess, and treat patient's injury or disease.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Sonographer to join our Perinatal Ultrasound team, a tertiary referral centre for Obstetric and Gynaecological ultrasound services.
The Senior Sonographer will perform advanced obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound examinations in accordance with current professional guidelines, delivering high-quality diagnostic services to a diverse and complex referral base. As a senior member of the team, the Senior Sonographer will also contribute to the teaching and mentoring of students and actively participate in departmental research initiatives, helping to advance clinical practice and innovation.
If you are passionate about women’s health, committed to clinical excellence, and ready to make a meaningful impact in a leading tertiary service, we encourage you to apply!
Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time employees
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
- Novated Leasing
- Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Fitness Passport
NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.
For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.
What you will bring to the role
- Qualifications in ultrasound and accreditation as a Sonographer with the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR).
- For dual qualified Radiographer/Sonographer, must also have a Degree in Medical Radiation Science in Diagnostic Radiography, Registration with AHPRA as a Medical Radiation Practitioner, and a valid I14 Radiation Licence from NSW EPA.
- Demonstrated knowledge and clinical experience in obstetric ultrasound across a range of examinations.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and a high level of communication, written and inter-personal skills across a variety of mediums including the ability to effectively engage with a multidisciplinary team at all levels of the organisation. Interpersonal, conflict resolution, negotiation and influencing skills and be able to lead change.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise, instruct and trainee sonographers and medical staff.
- Demonstrated well-developed problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated commitment to personal Continual Professional Development
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Narelle Kennedy on Narelle.Kennedy@health.nsw.gov.au
