Ultrasound Senior Sonographer - Fairfield Hospital - Perm FT
Requisition ID: REQ683925
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 35 hours per week
Remuneration: $155,755.64 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Fairfield Hospital
Applications close: 16/08/2026
Contact: James Souksamlane - Radiology Service Manager on [email protected] | 96168330
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
At Fairfield Hospital, every role helps us achieve our vision of Leading Care, Healthier Communities. Serving one of NSW's most culturally diverse communities, our hospital provides vital healthcare close to home while fostering an inclusive environment.
Our people are united by the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect, and Empowerment, working together to deliver safe, high quality care to every patient.
An exciting leadership opportunity exists for an experienced and highly skilled Senior Sonographer to join the Radiology Department at Fairfield Hospital.
This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated sonography team delivering high-quality, patient centred care across diverse population.
You will play a pivotal role in advancing clinical excellence, education, and service development within a specialised clinical environment.
Are You the Right Fit?
The ideal candidate demonstrates the following:
- Experienced and patient-orientated ultrasound professional who demonstrates advanced clinical expertise across a broad range of diagnostic ultrasoundexaminations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Mentoring and supporting junior staff, students, and colleagues, while activelyparticipating in quality improvement, service development, and accreditation activities.
- A leader who thrives in a dynamic environment that is able to balance clinical excellence with operational priorities and motivated to improve ultrasound services to patients.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Describe your extensive clinical experience in ultrasound. Include therange and complexity of examinations you perform, your areas of clinical expertise,and how you maintain contemporary ultrasound knowledge and skills.
- Provide details of your experience supervising and managing staff withina clinical imaging environment. How have you supported team performance,managed workplace challenges, and contributed to a positive workplace culture?
- Describe your experience in the education, training, andmentoring of staff and/or students.
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What strategies have you used to develop capability andpromote professional growth within your team?
If you'd like more details, we're here to help.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
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How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
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Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job - Why Work With Us?
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Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
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Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
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Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
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Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
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Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
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Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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