Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Medical Imaging – Alice Springs Hospital
Job title Senior Sonographer Designation Professional 3
Job type Full time / Part time / Casual Duration Fixed / Ongoing
Salary $114,199 - $127,898 Location Alice Springs
Position number 23876 RTF 353164 Closing 26/08/2026
Contact officer Louise Lock on 08 8958 2610 or [email protected]
About the agency http://www.health.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=353164
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide a 24-hour Medical Ultrasound Service to the clients of the Alice Springs Hospital the Central Area Services Network,
Community Health Centres and Private Practitioners as requested.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide Medical Ultrasound services based at Alice Springs Hospital as required to assist with the diagnosis and
therefore treatment of the patient. Shift and “on call” hours will be required.
2. In co-operation with the Director of Medical Imaging provide a supervisory function to trainee Sonographers ensuring
adherence to standard work practices.
3. Contribute to clinical activity through the provision of advice and Sonographer’s work sheets as it relates to elements of
work.
4. Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of Ultrasound equipment.
5. Recognise the hospitals ongoing commitment to Quality Assurance through personal accountability for standards of
care
6. Liaise with Chief Radiographers/Sonographer, appropriate hospital staff, medical officers or the radiologist to clarify
request details or to ascertain relevant clinical history to ensure the most appropriate Ultrasound examination is
performed.
7. Perform patient registration functions for the purpose of Ultrasound examinations and ensure all details are entered
correctly both on the request forms and the computer system on completion of the examination.
8. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being
undertaken in order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Possession of a recognised Allied Health degree and a Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound, Diploma of Medical
Ultrasonography, or equivalent recognised ultrasound qualification, with eligibility for accreditation through the
Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR).
2. Demonstrated capability to perform General, Obstetrics/Gynaecology, small parts, complex Vascular and
musculoskeletal ultrasound examinations.
3. Proven ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, mentor staff and maintain strict confidentiality.
4. Awareness of the importance of Infection Control principles and an understanding of hygiene practices within a hospital
environment.
5. Able to maintain professional qualifications by taking part in ongoing Continuing Professional Development as defined
by the Australian Sonographer’s Accreditation Registry.
6. Demonstrated ability to communicate with patients and staff from a diverse range of cultural and social backgrounds.
7. Familiarity with a Radiology Information System (RIS)/Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
Desirable
1. Capable of performing Paediatric ultrasound examinations.
Further information
Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance
notice and criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant
criminal history. For immunisation requirements - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) or Category B
(indirect contact with blood or body substances), check with contact person for requirements.
