Cardiac Sonographer - Grade 3 en Epworth

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace - one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Epworth Richmond’s Cardiac Diagnostic Services (CDS) is seeking a qualified ASAR-accredited, Grade 3 Cardiac Sonographer to join our dynamic and supportive team. We welcome applications for full-time, part-time, or casual positions. Advanced trainees may also be considered. CDS is a specialised non-invasive cardiac imaging department, staffed by highly skilled sonographers and expert on-site cardiologists. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality diagnostic services in a collaborative and patient-centred environment. Epworth Richmond is home to a large cardiothoracic surgery department and cutting-edge structural heart program and as such the work is varied.

Our sonographers perform a wide range of procedures including:

• Outpatient and inpatient transthoracic echocardiography.
• Stress echocardiography (including pharmacological)
• Assist with Transoesophageal echocardiography
• Imaging support for interventional procedures (eg. TAVI, MitraClip and TriClip).

Sonographers are allocated one-hour bookings, with an average of 6–7 patients per day, depending on hospital demand. At CDS you will have access to premium ultrasound systems, ongoing education via in-house sessions and external conferences, annual CPD allowance of $1000 (pro-rata), cumulative over two years.

To be successful in this role…
You will work well with others, be helpful and flexible. You will be approachable, respectful of your colleagues, be a problem solver and part of the on-call rotation.

You will have:

• Sound knowledge of cardiac disease, arrhythmias and related pathology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of professionalism and reliability.
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong patient focus
• High level of attention to detail

Position Description       Inherent Requirements

About Epworth Richmond

Epworth Richmond is a rapidly growing, fast-paced and dynamic teaching hospital where you will work alongside highly skilled practitioners in all areas. You will challenge your skills, broaden your experience, and grow your expertise through exposure to a wide range of clinical specialties, treatment options and the latest in technology. Epworth will support you to provide the best possible care to our patients by continually investing in your education, better facilities, and technologies.

• Applied science degree with relevant subjects or equivalent
• Accreditation with the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR)
• ASAR-accredited Post Graduate Diploma in Cardiac Sonography

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, plus $2,650 meals and entertainment allowance leading to greater take home pay
• Discounted private health insurance
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia!

Annual salary range for full time: $118,00 to $134,500 + super + entitlements (e.g. post graduate allowance and on-call allowance if applicable) depending on grade & year level (prorated for part-time).

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to Make a Difference?

To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter (as a single file).

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] 

Please Note:  Applications are reviewed as received. Don’t wait as this role may be filled before the closing date.

Apply now…we’ve over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours!

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.