Cardiac Sonographer

Req ID:  7014
Date:  6 Mar 2026
Site:  VCCC (Parkville)
Location: 

MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000

Company:  Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Unit:  Specialist Clinics
Division:  Chief Operating Officer
Department:  Ambulatory Services Operations
Enterprise Agreement:  Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sect
Specialist Clinics

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

 

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Cardiac Sonographer
•    Ongoing Part Time Role – 32 Hours per Fortnight
•    $105,135.20 – $118,981.20 (annualised full-time equivalent, pro-rata for part time) + Super + Salary Packaging
•    Location: Parkville, Melbourne

 

About the Role
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Cardiac Sonographer to join our team and support the delivery of high-quality echocardiography services for both ambulatory patients and inpatients at our Parkville campus.
Working within a multidisciplinary clinical environment, the Cardiac Sonographer will perform and report high-quality echocardiograms to support the monitoring and management of cardiac function in oncology patients. This role is critical in supporting patient care where cardiotoxic treatments require ongoing cardiac assessment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled sonographer who enjoys working collaboratively in a specialised healthcare setting.

 

Key Responsibilities
•    Perform high-quality transthoracic echocardiograms for ambulatory and inpatient services
•    Provide accurate measurements and preliminary technical reports for cardiology review
•    Maintain imaging quality and adhere to established clinical protocols and standards
•    Work collaboratively with cardiologists, oncologists and multidisciplinary clinical teams
•    Contribute to patient-centred care through professional communication and compassion
•    Maintain compliance with professional, quality assurance and infection control standards
•    Participate in departmental quality improvement and professional development activities

 

About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
•    Accreditation and current membership with the Australian Sonographers Accreditation Registry (ASAR)
•    Demonstrated experience working as a Cardiac Sonographer, including performing transthoracic echocardiography
•    Excellent technical scanning skills and attention to detail
•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills
•    Ability to work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
•    A commitment to high standards of patient care and professional practice

 

Remuneration as per Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026.  Cardiac Technologist Grade 3, Year 1 (BC1): 104,135.200 (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time) – Grade 3, Year 4 (BC4): (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time) dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager. 
Above-award payments may be negotiated for suitably qualified and experienced applicants.

 

Appointment to this position may be subject to successful completion of a test echocardiograph scan, to be undertaken at The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

 

Our benefits 
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including: 
•    Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay 
•    Discounted health insurance and eye care 
•    A comprehensive health and wellbeing program 
•    Public transport options at our doorstep and end-of-trip facilities for cyclists 
•    Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces 
•    Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities 
•    Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, purchased leave options and monthly ADO’s 
•    Flexible working hours  
 

Inclusion and belonging 
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.  

 

How to Apply
Applicants should submit:
•    A cover letter outlining key skills and relevant experience, and
•    A current resume
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, and we encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early if a suitable applicant is identified.

 

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. 

 

Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion. 
Hiring Manager: Sandra Day (Acting) 
Email: sandra.day@petermac.org
Phone Number: 03 855 97437

 

Applications Close: 11:59PM Sunday 22 March 2026

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Position Summary

•    Provide Echocardiogram scanning for non-admitted and admitted patients,
•    Complete associated administrative tasks including patient reports
•    Archiving images and management of paperwork
•    Other relevant administrative tasks as required by Cardiologists, Chief Medical Officer, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre echocardiography service or Nurse Unit Manager

Enterprise Agreement

Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026

Classification or Salary Range

Sonographer Grade 3

Immunisation Risk Category

Immunisation Category A

Key Relationships

Internal •    Nurse Unit Manager
•    Cardiologists
•    Internal Medicine
•    Chief Medical Officer
•    Clinicians
•    Patients
•    Specialist clinics nurses and administrative staff
External

•    Other hospitals
•    Accreditation bodies

Skills

Essential Requirements •    Bachelor of Science/Applied Sciences
•    Postgraduate studies in cardiac physiology or equivalent
•    A relevant cardiac ultrasound qualification
•    Member of Australian Sonographers Accreditation Registry (ASAR)
•    Previous experience as a cardiac sonographer
•    Strong interpersonal skills
•    Proven ability to independently interpret cardiac ultrasound requests
•    Demonstrated flexibility and availability to work rostered shifts and on call shifts
Desirable Requirements

•    3 years experience as a qualified cardiac sonographer
•    3D ECHO experience
•    Strain imaging and analysis
•    Experience in cardiac sonography for clinical trial research protocols
•    Experience in service improvement or redesign

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities    Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
1. Perform successfully as a Cardiac Technologist/Sonographer with the department
•    Correctly produce Ultrasound Imaging sufficient for diagnostic evaluation.
•    Provide a high level of customer service to all patients and staff
•    Reliably complete examinations in a timely manner and attend workplace in agreed hours
•    Archiving images and management of paperwork
•    Other relevant administrative tasks as required by Cardiologists, Chief Medical Officer, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre echocardiography service or Nurse Unit Manager
•    Attend on-call as directed by the Chief Cardiac Sonographer   
2. Participate in the care, maintenance and quality assurance of the equipment and service •    Quality control implementation on ECHO equipment according to department policy.
•    Maintain adequate accredited cardiac Sonography staff cover for booked sessions
•    Research activities and scans for clinical trials, as required
3. Keep abreast with new imaging procedures and technology •    Documented participation in continuing educational activities
•    Maintain knowledge relevant to a major tertiary teaching hospital
•    Maintenance of ASAR accreditation, CPD requirements and any other training/licenses required by the organisation for departmental staff
•    Support of cardiology registrar program, medical trainees and research coordinators

 

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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

 

 

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

 

 

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

 

  • Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
  • Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
  • We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.