Job Description
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About the Role
This full-time, Fixed Term position within the Cardiology Department at The Royal Children's Hospital provides parental leave cover. There may also be opportunities for ongoing employment beyond the initial fixed-term period. /n We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cardiac Physiologist who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and contributing to the ongoing advancement of a world-leading paediatric Cardiology service. The successful applicant will play an integral role in our clinical program, share their expertise with colleagues, and contribute positively to the department's collaborative and supportive culture. /n In addition to your primary clinical responsibilities, you may be involved in the supervision and mentoring of junior staff, Cardiac Physiologists, and trainees, depending on your experience and expertise. We are committed to supporting professional growth through continuing professional development opportunities and ongoing education. /n For applicants with experience in adult echocardiography who are looking to expand their skill set, comprehensive training in paediatric echocardiography will be provided by our highly skilled team of paediatric Cardiac Physiologists. Depending on qualifications, skills, and experience, classification for this role will range from BB1 (Grade 2, Year 1) to BC4 (Grade 3, Year 4), $90,235.60-$118,981.20 per annum, plus superannuation. /n /n

Key Responsibilities
/n Working within our busy paediatric Echocardiography Laboratory, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: /n /n
- Performing comprehensive, high-quality paediatric cardiac ultrasound examinations /n
- Producing detailed and accurate preliminary reports to support clinical decision-making /n




- Assisting with and/or performing advanced cardiac imaging procedures, including: /n /n
- 3D echocardiography /n
- Transoesophageal echocardiography (TOE) /n
- Contrast echocardiography /n
- Strain and strain-rate imaging /n /n
- Providing practical training and support to Cardiac Physiologists new to echocardiography and Cardiology Fellows commencing their training /n
- Participating in clinical research projects and quality improvement initiatives /n
- Opportunities to gain experience in other areas of the department, including Arrhythmia Services and the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory /n /n /n Your Skills and

Experience:
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- A Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in a health science discipline /n
- Be registered with the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR) as an Accredited Medical Sonographer, with current enrolment in a certified CPD program /n
- The ability to work across both the Arrhythmia and Echocardiography departments is highly desirable /n
- An ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team /n
- An understanding of the need to deliver high-quality care to our paediatric patients and their families /n /n /n If this sounds like you, or if you require more information, please refer to the below for the position descriptions: /n /n
- Grade 2 /n
- Grade 3 /n /n /n

What we Offer
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- Salary packaging option with our partner, SmartSalary – Increase your take home pay by up to $11,500 per annum (and other additional salary-enhancing options) /n
- Workplace culture of continuous improvement, growth, support and training /n
- Clinical Education Hub on-site to support continued training and professional development /n
- Hybrid work model, if applicable to role /n
- Convenient location & close to public transport /n
- Staff immunisation drives /n
- Special events /n
- Discounted Private Health Insurance /n
- Support for working mothers including two on-site Early Learning Centres, flexible working arrangements, breast feeding and pumping facilities /n
- Help when you need it most Staff counselling, financial coaching, legal support, nutritional support and specialist helpline services, and more through our EAP partner, Converge /n
- Unlimited access to select fitness facilities in your local area via Fitness Passport /n
- Enjoy the convenience of an in office retail precinct, featuring a range of shops, cafés, and food outlets (retail discounts & more) /n /n /n Other

Requirements:
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- Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain /n
- Valid Working with Children Check /n
- Compliance with RCHs “Staff Immunisation
- Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases” procedure /n /n /n Application Process: /n To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, we encourage you to apply promptly /n For more information/discussions, please contact David Scicluna via email: [email protecte

📌 Paediatric Cardiac Physiologist (Melbourne)
🏢 The Royal Children'S Hospital Melbourne
📍 Melbourne