Job role:
Medica Ireland is seeking an experienced CORU-registered Sonographer who is interested in developing specialist skills in obstetric and early pregnancy ultrasound.
This role forms part of our Sonographer development and trainee framework and is designed for a clinically strong Sonographer with a solid foundation in general ultrasound. It would suit someone who is ambitious, motivated to learn and ready to develop further within a structured, quality-focused ultrasound service.
The successful candidate will continue to deliver general ultrasound across Medica sites while receiving structured clinical supervision and support in obstetric and early pregnancy ultrasound. Formal academic training will be supported through a funded obstetric ultrasound qualification with UCD, alongside supervised clinical practice with experienced Obstetric Sonographers and Midwife Sonographers.
This development pathway is best suited to a Sonographer who is already performing at a high clinical standard and wants to broaden their scope of practice, develop specialist expertise and contribute to the continued growth of high-quality ultrasound services.
Experience in MSK, paediatrics or DDH would be an advantage, but is not essential. We are particularly interested in Sonographers with strong general ultrasound experience, excellent clinical judgement, a positive approach to feedback and the drive to keep improving.
About our Ultrasound Service
Medica Ireland has a well-established and growing ultrasound service across Dublin, Wicklow and wider Ireland, delivering general ultrasound, obstetrics, early pregnancy, women’s health, paediatrics, DDH and MSK services.
Our services are structured around safe, sustainable Sonographer workloads, with appropriate list planning, clinical support and a strong focus on patient experience. Our ultrasound team includes Sonographers from both radiography and midwifery backgrounds, with a strong mix of general and specialist expertise.
Our obstetric services include well-established private clinics with strong patient demand and a reputation for high-quality, patient-centred care. We also have long-standing experience supporting HSE ultrasound waiting list pathways, giving Sonographers exposure to varied caseloads across private, public and insurance-funded services.
We place a strong emphasis on clinical quality, governance, peer learning and CPD. We are proud of our strong team culture and retention, supported by flexible working, work-life balance and genuine investment in professional development.
Medica Ireland is also part of a wider diagnostic imaging organisation, with potential future opportunities across imaging services such as X-ray, DXA, MRI and CT for Sonographers with a radiography background, depending on skills, interests and service requirements.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for a clinically strong Sonographer who is motivated to continue developing their career in ultrasound. This role would suit someone who has a strong foundation in general ultrasound and wants to broaden their scope of practice into obstetric and early pregnancy ultrasound, while continuing to contribute to a high-quality, clinically led service.
The successful candidate will be someone who:
- Has strong general ultrasound experience and sound clinical judgement
- Takes pride in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care
- Demonstrates attention to detail and a commitment to clinical standards
- Is ambitious, driven and eager to develop specialist skills
- Is open to feedback, supervision and structured competency development
- Works well within a supportive clinical team
- Has a genuine interest in clinical quality, governance and service improvement
- Is committed to continuous professional development and self-directed learning
- Wants to contribute to the development of ultrasound services, not just deliver them
We are particularly interested in Sonographers who see their career developing beyond routine clinical practice. This may include future involvement in teaching, mentoring, preceptorship, research, audit, quality improvement, clinical governance, advanced practice or leadership.
This role requires a high level of clinical capability, professionalism and commitment. It is best suited to a Sonographer who is ready to make full use of the training, supervision and development opportunities available, and who wants to build a long-term career within a service that values clinical excellence, learning and progression.
Requirements
Essential:
- CORU registration
- Case Accredited Postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent
- Strong general ultrasound experience, particularly in women's health
- Excellent communication and patient-care skills
- Commitment to clinical quality, governance and professional development
- Interest in developing skills in obstetric and early pregnancy ultrasound
Additional experience and interests we value:
- Teaching, mentoring, lecturing or clinical education experience
- Audit, quality improvement, clinical governance or service development involvement
- Research contributions, presentations, publications or evidence-based practice projects
- Interest in future leadership, education, advanced practice or specialist clinical roles
- Experience or interest in obstetrics, early pregnancy, paediatrics, DDH, MSK or women’s health
- Evidence of self-directed learning and continued professional development
Key responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality general ultrasound examinations independently across Medica ultrasound services, in line with agreed protocols, clinical standards and recognised best practice.
- Participate fully in Medica’s structured Sonographer development framework, including supervised obstetric ultrasound training, clinical scanning sessions, competency development and portfolio completion.
- Undertake formal academic training in obstetric ultrasound through UCD, supported by Medica as part of the role.
- Work closely with experienced Obstetric Sonographers and Midwife Sonographers to develop skills in obstetric and early pregnancy ultrasound.
- Maintain a strong focus on patient-centred care, ensuring patients are treated with professionalism, dignity, empathy and clear communication throughout their appointment.
- Engage in clinical governance activity, including peer learning, audit, quality assurance, protocol development and incident reporting where required.
- Contribute to a culture of continuous professional development, clinical quality and service improvement within the ultrasound team.
- Support the continued development of Medica’s ultrasound services across general, obstetric, women’s health and specialist pathways.
- Accurately document examinations and relevant patient information using Medica’s clinical systems, ensuring compliance with GDPR, data protection and professional standards.
- Escalate equipment issues, service delays, clinical concerns or operational risks promptly through the appropriate channels.
- Attend relevant training sessions, study days and team meetings to support clinical development and service improvement.
- Carry out other reasonable duties aligned to the role, service requirements and successful completion of the training pathway.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Medica is committed to building inclusive teams and a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work.
All applicants will be asked to complete a confidential equal opportunities monitoring form. This information is used only to help us monitor recruitment trends and support fair recruitment practices.
