Specialist Sonographer

The Team:
Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) is Tasmania's largest hospital, and the Department of Medical Imaging within the RHH provides imaging for all of Southern Tasmania. Medical Imaging offers services across all modalities to the hospital, clinics, and Emergency department. Our services collaborate closely to deliver excellence in healthcare, aiming for improved outcomes for our consumers, workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

The Role:
You will provide effective and efficient Ultrasound imaging services for inpatients and outpatients of Medical Imaging, RHH. Additionally, you will assist the Senior Specialist Sonographer – Ultrasound in providing clinical leadership, professional support, and ensuring best practice standards for ultrasound imaging services are maintained in accordance with organisational policies and the professional code of conduct.

You will need:

• Broad knowledge of and competence in conducting a wide range of ultrasound examinations.
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment, including supporting team members and communicating with respect and understanding.
• Good interpersonal communication skills to effectively communicate with junior staff, peers, supervisors, managers, patients, and the public.

Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania:
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees hospitals across the state, including Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. It also provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Building your health career in Tasmania's public health system means forming strong connections with colleagues and patients, and embracing a lifestyle full of extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant community impact.

Details of appointment:
Multiple permanent full-time shift worker positions, working 76 hours per fortnight, starting as soon as possible.

Applicants should note that, for twelve months from the publication date, this process may be used to fill similar full-time, part-time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $110,425 to $121,907 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is additional.

Salary Packaging:
You will have access to salary packaging benefits, including living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 for meal entertainment per FBT year, among other benefits if eligible.

Allowances:

• Access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.
• A market allowance of 20% of the base salary applies to this role.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for $13.95/week per person or $25.95 for a family.

More information about employee benefits can be found here.

Eligibility:
Successful applicants must meet the essential criteria.

• Tertiary qualification approved by the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry.
• Accreditation with the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry; if practicing as a radiographer, registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.
• Current and valid registration/licenses, which must be maintained throughout employment. It is the employee's responsibility to ensure these remain current and to notify the employer of any changes.

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more pre-employment check information.

Download the Statement of Duties and associated documents:

• Statement of Duties: Specialist Sonographer HP03 (word)
  • Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide (word)

How to apply:
Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button. Complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge related to the Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required.

For more information:
Contact Lauren Moon at 0418 530 061 or lauren.moon@ths.tas.gov.au for detailed vacancy information.

What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Our values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Hear from staff about their experiences and journey to Tasmania through our various platforms and podcasts. We value diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, and people with disabilities.