Sonographer
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- Medical Imaging
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- REQ550522 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Position Classification: Radiographer Level 3 Grade 3
Remuneration: $135,396.60 per annum + rural incentives
Hours Per Week: 35
Requisition ID: REQ550522
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.
In accordance with the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (PD2024_012), this position has been recognised as hard to fill/ critical to fill and may have an incentive attached to this position. Please visit NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme for additional information. #ruralhealthincentives
About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region.
An exciting opportunity is now available within the Radiology Team located at Lithgow Hospital for a Sonographer.
Your role will provide high quality imaging that is patient focused, according to the objectives and policies of NBMLHD. The Medical Radiation Scientist (MRS) is personally accountable for their work and professional conduct and shall adhere to the Guidelines for Professional Conduct for Radiographers and Radiation Therapists and as outlined in the Statement of Practice by Sonographers as issued by the Australian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine.
You will demonstrate a high level of proficiency and knowledge in ultrasound through the proven ability to competently perform a range of complex and routine clinical procedures and will participate in the development and review of protocols and techniques utilising reports, CPD activities and publications to maintain a high level of expertise in the relevant area .They will participate in the CPD program for MRS and sonographers and other health professionals as well completing mandatory performance development and training as prescribed by the LHD. The MRS will participate and support quality improvement activities at section and departmental levels.
This position will see you supervise and be responsible for other MRS`S,undergraduates and trainees as required and will assist with the assessment of clinical competence of trainee Sonographers.
Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees only
- 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 achieving a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders; people living with disability; people from a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background; people who identify as LGBTQI+, people with a lived experience of mental health concerns and people of mature age.
What you will bring to the role
- Degree in Medical Radiation Science and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA ) as a Medical Radiation Practitioner (Diagnostic Radiography)
- Current I14 Radiation licence from NSW EPA and ASAR Registration
- Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Diagnostic Ultrasound
- Demonstrated high standard of knowledge , clinical experience and proficiency in Ultrasound across a broad range of examinations
- An ability to supervise, instruct and mentor other MRS and undergraduates
- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience in MSK , Vascular and General Ultrasound
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.
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For role related queries or questions contact Michelle Bostock on Michelle.Bostock@health.nsw.gov.au
