Professional 3 - Remuneration Package Range $130,663 - $146,130
(including salary $110,873 - $124,173)
Medical Imaging, Alice Springs Hospital
Alice Springs
One full time ongoing vacancy is available

Apply your extensive knowledge & expertise in Sonography to provide high-quality diagnostic & ultrasound services to patients in Central Australia.

The Medical Imaging Department at Alice Springs Hospital operates 24-hours and provides emergency, intra-operative and general x-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI, mammography and fluoroscopy.

As a Senior Sonographer, your primary objective is to provide high-quality diagnostic ultrasound services to patients of Alice Springs Hospital, the Central Area Services Network, Community Health Centres and private practitioners as requested.

Working with a team of medical professionals and modern equipment, you will perform advanced ultrasound examinations; identify complex or unusual pathology, variants or artefacts, to ensure the most appropriate high-quality imaging is performed. In co-operation with the Chief Sonographer, you will provide leadership, supervision and mentorship to junior sonographers, ensuring adherence to standard work practices. In addition, you will contribute to clinical activity, perform patient registrations and participate in the team’s shift and on-call rosters.

To be successful you require a Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound or Diploma of Medical Ultrasonography, or a recognised Medical Ultrasound qualification, which confers eligibility with the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Register (ASAR). Demonstrated experience in various fields of sonography with the ability to perform general, obstetrics/gynaecology, complex vascular and musculoskeletal ultrasound examinations. Sound knowledge and understanding of all facets of Sonography / Medical Imaging is essential.

We understand the challenges in the Territory’s health and community care are unlike anywhere else, but so are the opportunities.

Up to 7 weeks recreational leave (6 week’s annual, 3-day Xmas shut down and up to 5 days shift leave)

Sonographers annual $6,500 allowance

Relocation support & Salary Packaging

Flexible work arrangements and work/life balance

Real career development opportunities and supported study.

Opportunity to experience remote Aboriginal and tropical health care.

Plus $13000 Retention Allowance

NT Health continues to invest in Aboriginal health, remote health, acute care and community services, and offer career advancement opportunities for health professionals who want to be part of making a difference to the lives of Territorians.

If you reside interstate, this a great time to consider relocating to Central Australia.

Alice Springs (or Mparntwe in Arrernte language) is the third-largest town in the Northern Territory, with a population of approximately 33,000 people. The Region has deep spiritual origins dating back more than 30,000 years, and an abundance of rich culture and history. The town is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the MacDonnell Ranges and the Red Centre Desert. About 450kms down the road is Uluru, a large sandstone rock formation that is a spectacular sight any time of the year

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Natasha Mwazozo on 08 8951 9562 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 23876
Closing date: 29/09/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search