Sonographer

Reference Number: 1357 

Job Title: Sonographer 
Employment Type: Full Time Permanent                                                            

Hours per Fortnight: 80 
Location: Graham Street 

For a confidential conversation please contact: Stavros Dodos [email protected] 

About GV Health:

At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.

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Click HERE to find out more from our staff about a career and lifestyle at GV Health.

Our Region

Great things happen here! Follow the link to find out what its like to live, work and play in our wonderful region: Greater Shepparton: Great Things Happen Here

Relocating to our region:

Relocation incentives may be available to the successful applicant for this role, including relocation & accommodation support. 

Relocation Support:

• Intrastate (over 100kms) - up to $2,500
• Interstate - up to $5,000
• Overseas - up to $8,000
    

Accommodation Support: 

• Up to $350 per week up to 10 weeks; or
• 10 weeks interim GVH Accommodation (if available) 

+Connection to a FREE 1:1 relocation concierge service supporting all aspects of relocation. Click here to learn more. 

Recruitment  Bonus

The role is eligible for an Allied Health Recruitment bonus between $2,500 - $5,000. The bonus will be paid on completion of a successful six month probationary period and applies to new employees at GV Health only.

Retention  Bonus

The role is eligible for an Allied Health Retention bonus of up to $5,000. The bonus will be paid on completion of a successful three years continuous employment at GV Health.

About the role:

Whether you want to work part-time or full-time we pride ourselves on flexible work-arrangements, and encourage you to apply.

Working in the Ultrasound Department at GV Health offers a diverse caseload and population, with our Sonographers working across hospital wards, the Emergency Department and outpatients. Newly upgraded, our department consists of 6 separate ultrasound rooms, including one dedicated for interventional procedures and another for emergency patients. The department operates from 08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday and 10:00 to 13:00 on weekends. 

Grade 3 Sonographer

You will work closely with the Sonographer Tutor, developing skills and expertise in musculoskeletal system and vascular structures imaging.

Competency in abdomen, obstetrics, gynaecological and small parts is expected. 

Grade 4 Sonographer

You will independently perform ultrasound examinations across all areas of practice, delivering consistent examinations to a high standard.

Grade 5 Sonographer

As a Grade 5 Sonographer, you will combine advanced clinical expertise with responsibilities in education, research, administration and/or management.

Grade 4 and Grade 5 sonographers are expected to participate in all shifts on a rotating roster, which will include weekends and on call shifts. 

We are looking for:

• Current MRPBA registration, Victorian Radiation Use Licence and driver's licence
• Completion of an accredited ultrasound qualification
• Current registration with Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry to practice as a Sonographer.
• This position is open to Grade 3, 4 and 5 Professionals - Grade 4 and 5: Flexibility to work across all shifts including on call and weekends

Position Description: Grade 3: HERE Grade 4: HERE

If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'

Why work at GV Health? 

• Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community
• Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
• Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
• Higher qualification allowance of 7.5% for Sonographers
• Professional development leave of up to 7 days per calendar year (cumulates*)
• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
• Scarcity allowance of $218* per week for Full-Time Sonographers and Skills and Incentive Payment of $1,000*
• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. 

GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements. 

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.