Multiple roles available to join the Cardiology team at Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Why Join RMH?

• Multiple roles available | 0.1 EFT and 0.8EFT (Fixed Term)
• Perform Echocardiograms on Inpatients and Outpatients
• Regular education and continuing professional development opportunities

About the Role

RMH Cardiology is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to join the team. The primary purpose of this role is to perform high-quality transthoracic echocardiograms for both inpatient and outpatient populations, contributing to the timely diagnosis and management of cardiovascular conditions. 

Working within a multidisciplinary environment, the Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for delivering safe, patient-centred, and evidence-based care while maintaining professional standards, ASAR accreditation, and compliance with organisational policies and risk management requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Performance of transthoracic echocardiography (including provisional reports) on inpatients and outpatients
• Ensure Echo images are downloaded to PACS system
• Assistance with transoesophageal echocardiography (TOE) as required including intra-operative TOE.
• Performance under supervision of stress echocardiography including both exercise and dobutamine.
• Participate in an afterhours on call roster
• Work in your scope of practice and seek help where required.

About You

• Bachelor of Science/Applied Science in a relevant field
• Postgraduate studies in Echocardiography
• Current registration with the Australian Sonography Accreditation Registry (ASAR)
• A proven record in teaching and leadership with the ability to impart knowledge to staff at all levels and across services, as well as members of the wider community
• Previous experience in Cardiology

Desirable

• Experience in Congenital Heart Disease

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Competitive salary and conditions
• Access to learning, development, and career pathways
• Flexible work options (where applicable)
• Wellbeing programs and employee benefits
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in public healthcare

Position Description

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Our Commitment

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

Interested?

Click Apply to submit your application, please include a cover letter and resume.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.