Description:
With the continued expansion of our services, Western Health is seeking a dedicated Trainee Sonographer to join our team. This exciting opportunity is tailored for internal applicants with a minimum of 6 months of clinical training experience in Ultrasound. This includes those on current ultrasound clinical placements with Western Health.
Position Overview: As a Grade 1 Trainee Sonographer, you will embark on a comprehensive training program aimed at nurturing your skills and expertise to become a qualified sonographer. Under the guidance of experienced sonographers and other healthcare professionals, you will learn to operate ultrasound equipment, conduct examinations, and interpret images to contribute to the accurate diagnosis and treatment of patients. This full-time position spans a duration of approximately 6 months, commencing in June 2024 .
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with experienced sonographers and other healthcare professionals to learn and develop necessary skills.
- Operate ultrasound equipment efficiently and effectively.
- Conduct ultrasound examinations following established protocols.
- Interpret ultrasound images to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
Requirements:
- Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.
- Ability to build strong working relationships with patients, referrers, and colleagues.
- Alignment with service delivery expectations of a public health provider.
- Bachelor of Radiation Science or equivalent recognised Degree, and/or enrolment in a Graduate Diploma of Medical Sonographer through an ASAR approved University.
- Current Registration with AHPRA and/or Accredited Student Sonographer Registration with ASAR.
- Working with Children Check.
- Demonstrated organizational skills, particularly in time management.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Evidence of undertaking professional development activities to address learning needs.
- Ability to practice collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Application Details: This position is open exclusively to internal applicants with a minimum 6 months clinical training experience in ultrasound. This includes those on current ultrasound clinical placements with Western Health. If you meet the above criteria and are enthusiastic about pursuing a career in medical sonography, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications, experience, and motivation for applying.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity in the workplace.
About Us
Our workforce of over 11,000 employees are driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop. Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience.
Western Health is in a period of rapid growth. Our services comprise of four acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh & Melton Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Day Hospital, Hazeldean, Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care, as well as community health centres in Melton, Caroline Springs and Bacchus Marsh and a range of community-based services. We care for a diverse community of more than 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.
Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:
- Professional development support
- Career advancement opportunities
- Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
- Work-life balance
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation status clearance (including evidence of COVID 19 vaccination) and (if applicable) a Working with Children’s Check.
Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies .