Locum Sonographer

Locum sonographer role offering you perfect blend of vibrant city life, picturesque coastal landscapes, and access to the stunning Great Barrier Reef.

Locum or Sonographer job ref: 1513239

Location: Townsville, North Queensland

Salary: Excellent hourly rates DOE and range of scans performed + Travel Allowance and a Hire Car and Accommodation | allowances available

Please quote job reference: Job Ref:1513239

• Locum sonographer opportunity in Townsville.
• Open-ended durations from the end of September available.
• Offering you the perfect blend of vibrant city life, picturesque coastal landscapes, and access to the stunning Great Barrier Reef.

All about my new employer?
Townsville University Hospital, located in North Queensland, serves as a leading healthcare facility offering a wide range of specialised medical services. It is renowned for its state-of-the-art infrastructure and commitment to patient-centred care, catering to the health needs of the Townsville region and beyond. The hospital features advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities across various departments, supported by a dedicated team of healthcare professionals striving to deliver excellence in healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.

All about the role
We are working with the hospital to support their medical imaging department to secure locum sonographers. The position involves managing a varied caseload, utilising advanced equipment including 5 General US rooms with GE, Philips, and Canon machines, as well as a Vascular Lab equipped with Canon technology. The caseload encompasses Obs & Gynae, Emergency, Vascular & General, and extends to specialised areas such as Children & Neonatal, with High Risk Tertiary Obstetrics being handled by the separate MFM Ultrasound Unit.

All about the duties will I perform?
You will see 10-12 patients on an average per day with time booked off for stretching, breaks and catch up working on a day shift Monday to Friday. There is the possibility of on call but this is in no way guaranteed.

The skills and experience I need for this job
• You will have a good broad scanning skill set across general ultrasound.
• Ability to use or acquire the skills to use GE, Phillips and Canon machines.
• Work within a large, busy department including ED.
• Experience using Viewpoint.
• Be available from the end of September for open-ended locum durations

This is a QLD Health role, which will require credentialing in line with their protocols. Our team can step you through this.

What’s in it for me, The Benefits
• Accommodation | Travel | Car Hire support
• Proximity to Whitsundays, Cairns, Port Douglas.
• Weekly payroll
• 24/7 support from the Aussie Locums team.

Your next steps, APPLY

Simply forward your resume or if you would like further details about this position, please call Nichole, in confidence, on +61 7 4031 9991 email [email protected]

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