Cardiac Sonographer Grade 3
St Vincent's Health AustraliaJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
St Vincent’s Health Australia invites a Grade 3 Cardiac Sonographer with full ASAR accreditation to join the Heart Centre Cardiac Physiology Team on a fixed term basis through August 2026 at the Fitzroy campus in Melbourne. The role requires expert echocardiography across transthoracic and transoesophageal imaging plus 3D, Dobutamine, stress echo, contrast and strain imaging, with duties to acquire images, complete reports and contribute to training and clinics. Qualifications include a Bachelor of Science or Applied Science, Graduate Diploma in Ultrasound, full ASAR Accreditation, and a commitment to CPD. Benefits: salary packaging, EAP, staff health centre and parking. Apply early, tailor your resume to highlight echocardiography and teaching, attach a cover letter, and note on-call flexibility and immunisation requirements.
Job Description:
• Fitzroy location
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Fixed Term / Full Time position until August 2026
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and motivated Cardiac Sonographer with full ASAR accreditation to join the Heart Centre Cardiac Physiology Team on a Fixed Term basis until August 23rd 2026.
As a Grade 3 physiologist/sonographer you will have exemplary skills in one or more of the major specialities of cardiac sonography (echocardiography) / interventional & structural heart procedures / cardiac rhythm management. Participation of off site clinics as required. Furthermore you will be expected to participate in training of other staff members in your area of speciality. Additional administrative and organisational duties will be allocated as needed.
Classifications for this position will range from SO57 - SO60 ($104,135.20 - $118,981.20 per annum).
Duties
Acquire and produce cardiac ultrasound images in a timely manner and relevant to requesting physician
Provides transthoracic, TOE, 3D, Dobutamine, stress exercise, echocardiography and contrast and strain imaging
Complete echo reports and manage image data
Attend education meetings, train staff as directed, distribute and share of knowledge acquired from external education programs
Participate and be flexible with rostered shifts, oncall roster and working at affiliated cardiac services sites.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Applied Science
Graduate Diploma in Ultrasound or equivalent.
In possession of full ASAR Accreditation.
High level of clinical and technical expertise in echocardiography
Strong commitment to continued professional development and teaching.
Benefits
Salary packaging
Employee Assistance Program
Staff Health Centre
Staff Car Park
About the Department
St Vincent’s Cardiology Department is one of the leading clinical cardiac services in Australia. Based at St Vincent’s Hospital Fitzroy Campus The Cardiology Department comprises the St. Vincent’s Heart Centre (SVHC), the Cardiac Investigation Unit (CIU) and the National Centre for Sports Cardiology (NCSC). The service is wide ranging, incorporating invasive & non-invasive investigations and procedures for the community both inpatient and outpatient
Additional clinics provide outreach for the Victorian Correctional Services, the Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS) and support for sporting groups and codes. Clinical staff are be actively involved in furthering their professional knowledge and skills.
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
Closing Date:
14 March 2026 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]
View Reconciliation Action Plan