Trainee Sonographer

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, up to January 2028

Hours per Week: 24

Position Classification: Cardiac Technologist Grade 2

Remuneration: $ $58.96 per hour + Superannuation

Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ619083

Can you support us in our vision to achieve excellence in healthcare for all?

About the Role

Formed in 1882, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH) is a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare. It remains one of the nation's most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities.

The Trainee Sonographer position is a trainee placement role focused on obstetrics and gynaecology ultrasound. The position is provided with comprehensive supervised training encompassing all facets of obstetrics and gynecology ultrasound. The primary objective of this position is to contribute to the augmentation of the existing obstetrics and gynecology workforce within the Fetal Medicine Department, RPA Women and Babies, and Canterbury obstetrics ultrasound services.

Please note this position is for a trainee sonographer specialising in obstetrics and gynaecology ultrasound. Cardiac Technologist 2 is the Award at which the position is paid. The positions will be minimum 24 hours per week, with the ability to work up to 5 days as needed. Experience in medical imaging with AHPRA registration is preferred.

For more information, please view the Position Description.

Ideal Candidate

• Willingness to enrol and complete an Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR) recognised training program - Graduate Diploma in Obstetric and Gynaecological Sonography through Western Sydney University.
• Experience in medical imaging is preferred.
• Commitment to ultrasound training and continual professional development.
• Commitment to women's health in the field of obstetrics and gynaecology.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave and annual leave loading.
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.
• Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
• Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
• Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits.

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).

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Applications Close: 14 November 2025

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