Sessional Staff - ECU Medical Sonography Program (Expressions of Interest for Pool)

• Academic sessional rates
• Academic casual, Joondalup campus
• Open to candidates with the relevant work rights

Expression of Interest for Pool

SESSIONAL TUTORS/ DEMONSTRATORS
SCHOOL OF MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES
MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY (Bachelor of Preclinical Foundations of Imaging Science )
JOONDALUP CAMPUS

HOURS-FLEXIBLE
SESSIONAL RATES 
ACADEMIC CASUAL

Overview
The Medical Sonography program at ECU will be delivered at our Joondalup campus from February of 2024. This course is part of a 4-year offering accredited by Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR). Graduates will have core knowledge and skills in applied anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, application and operation of ultrasound imaging systems, ultrasound image recognition and comprehension, patient assessment, care and communication, critical thinking skills, ultrasound physics, occupational health and safety, infection control and quality assurance as well as professional reflective practice.

Selection Criteria
Medical Sonography Program is seeking suitably qualified individuals who: 

• Are Accredited Medical Sonographers with the ASAR;
• Have a minimum of two years post qualification experience in a clinical setting;
• Have the knowledge of the Professional Competency Framework for Sonographers;
• Have proven experience of training student sonographers at a clinical or an academic setting;
• Have an up-to-date knowledge of physical principles of ultrasound imaging;
• Are abreast of advances in ultrasound imaging technology and scanning techniques;
• Have the ability to teach scanning skills to students at a novice or a beginner level;
• Have good interpersonal communication skills;
• Have high level of administrative and organisation skill / experience;
• Have demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment;
• Have the knowledge and understanding of Equal Opportunity and Occupational Safety and Health requirements; and                         
• Have a strong understanding of teaching diverse students and ethos of inclusivity.

You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Personal Excellence, and Courage.

Teaching will include:

• Demonstration of safe and ergonomic use of ultrasound systems in simulation laboratories;
• Teaching relational anatomy using simulation equipment and anatomical models
• Ultrasound scanning skills;
• Tutorials in fundamental topics including psychomotor skills and comparative imaging
• Appreciation of greyscale and recognition of pathology on medical images from various modalities;
• Discussion of clinical case studies;
• Practical assessments and
• Marking and moderation of assessments.

This casual position attracts a competitive remuneration plus University superannuation contribution.

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our Employment Opportunities website.

Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to contact Dr Afrooz Najafzadeh Abriz, Course Coordinator, for more information ([email protected] )  

How to Apply
Please submit your resume, proof of accreditation with the ASAR along with a covering letter outlining your interest and suitability for this opportunity.

Closing Date:
Applications close on Sunday 11 February 2024 at 11:30pm AWST. 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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