Senior Sonographer – Women's Health & Obstetric Ultrasound Development Programme

Location: Dublin south, South East. 
Contract: Permanent Full-Time

Advance Your Career in Women's Health & Obstetric Ultrasound

Medica Ireland is seeking an experienced CORU-registered Sonographer to join our growing ultrasound service and develop specialist expertise in obstetric and early pregnancy ultrasound.

This is a unique opportunity for a clinically strong Sonographer who wants to broaden their scope of practice, gain specialist skills in women's health and obstetric ultrasound, and build a long-term career within a progressive, quality-focused diagnostic imaging service.

The successful candidate will continue to perform general ultrasound while following a structured development programme that includes:

• Fully funded postgraduate obstetric ultrasound training through UCD
• Supervised clinical training with experienced Obstetric Sonographers and Midwife Sonographers
• Structured competency development and mentorship
• Exposure to specialist women's health, early pregnancy and obstetric ultrasound pathways
• Opportunities to contribute to service development, education, governance and quality improvement

This role is ideal for a Sonographer who is ambitious, motivated to learn and interested in progressing towards specialist practice, advanced practice, education or future clinical leadership opportunities.

Why Join Medica Ireland?

At Medica, we believe Sonographers perform best when they are supported to develop professionally, work within safe clinical frameworks and have the opportunity to build meaningful careers.

We offer:

• Fully funded Obstetric Ultrasound qualification
• Structured mentorship and clinical supervision
• Exposure to specialist women's health and obstetric services
• Strong commitment to CPD and professional development
• Opportunities to participate in clinical governance, audit, research and service development
• Flexible and supportive team culture
• Modern ultrasound equipment and digital workflows
• Clear progression opportunities as our services continue to expand

About Our Ultrasound Service

Medica Ireland provides a growing range of ultrasound services across public and private healthcare settings, including:

• General Ultrasound
• Women's Health Ultrasound
• Obstetric Ultrasound
• Early Pregnancy Services
• Paediatric Ultrasound
• Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)
• Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

Our team includes experienced Sonographers from both radiography and midwifery backgrounds who work within a strong culture of clinical excellence, governance, peer learning and continuous improvement.

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for an experienced Sonographer who:

• Has a strong foundation in general ultrasound practice
• Delivers high-quality, patient-centred care
• Demonstrates sound clinical judgement and professionalism
• Is motivated to develop specialist skills in women's health and obstetric ultrasound
• Values continuous learning and professional development
• Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Has an interest in clinical quality, governance and service improvement

Applications are particularly welcomed from Sonographers who see their career progressing into specialist practice, advanced practice, education, research or leadership roles.

Essential Requirements

• CORU Registration
• CASE-accredited postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound (or equivalent)
• Strong general ultrasound experience
• Excellent communication and patient-care skills
• Commitment to professional development and clinical quality

Desirable Experience

• Early Pregnancy Ultrasound
• Obstetric Ultrasound
• Paediatric Ultrasound
• DDH Ultrasound
• Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
• Teaching or mentoring experience
• Audit, quality improvement or clinical governance involvement
• Research, presentations or professional publications

Key Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality ultrasound examinations in accordance with professional standards and Medica protocols
• Participate in the structured Obstetric and Women's Health Development Programme
• Undertake funded postgraduate obstetric ultrasound training
• Work alongside specialist Sonographers to develop obstetric and early pregnancy scanning skills
• Contribute to clinical governance, audit and quality assurance activities
• Participate in service improvement initiatives and protocol development
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records
• Support the ongoing growth and development of Medica's ultrasound services
• Attend relevant CPD, training and team development activities

Build the Next Stage of Your Ultrasound Career

This is  is an opportunity to develop specialist expertise, broaden your clinical practice and help shape the future of ultrasound services within one of Ireland's leading diagnostic imaging providers.

If you are looking for your next professional challenge and want to develop advanced skills in women's health and obstetric ultrasound, we would love to hear from you.