Sonographer
Victoria’s medical imaging sector
There are approximately 12,300 medical imaging professionals in Australia, with Victoria’s share at approximately 2100.
Victoria is currently offering visa sponsorship in the allied health sector for sonographers. For a description of the tasks and duties performed by sonographers, visit the Australian Skills Recognition Information page on the Department of Immigration and Citizenship's website.
Earning potential
The salary and benefi ts of sonographers employed in publicly funded Victorian health services are generally covered by the award agreement negotiated with the Health Services Union Victoria.
According to the Australian Government’s Job Search website, average gross weekly wages for a sonographer are A$1300.
Wages will vary according to your level of skill and qualification. For more information about your wage earning potential, visit some of the specialty jobseeker sites listed below under finding a job.
Licensing and registration
Sonographers must be registered to work in Victoria. For information contact:
Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry
PO Box 745, Castle Hill
NSW, 1765, AUS
Tel: +61 3 8850 1144
Email: asar@asar.com.au
Website: http://www.asar.com.au
Employers
Sonographers work in hospitals and radiology practices, both public and private.
Industry contacts
Professional bodies and industry associations are a good source of information about sonography in Victoria.
The following bodies may be relevant to sonographers:
- The Australian Sonographers Association is the peak body for sonographers. It provides information on conferences, professional guidelines and career development.
- The Australian Institute of Radiography provides career development activities, qualifications assessment and access to professional networks.
Tip
We strongly advise you not to apply for jobs until your visa to live and work in Australia has been issued. The visa application process can take many months, and employers are unlikely to choose you for a job if you do not know when you will arrive in Australia.
Finding a job
There is a statewide demand for medical ultrasonographers in Victoria. Visit www.health.vic.gov.au/jobs for a list of current vacancies.
To search for Victorian recruiters who specialise in sonography, visit the Recruitment and Consulting Services Association's Member Index.
For information about Victoria’s health workforce visit the Department of Human Services website.
For more general information on Victoria’s job market, including where and how to find jobs, and workplace culture, visit our Working & Employment section.
Migrating to Victoria
To find out about how to migrate to Australia, including information about visa nomination from the Victorian Government, visit our Visas & Immigrating section.
Skill Assessment Information
In order to migrate to Victoria, you will also need to have your skills assessed as part of the application process. For more information, see the Sonographer Assessment Information Sheet.
Victoria
Migration tools
Last updated: 27 July 2009
State Government of Victoria