sonographer Nottingham, England
Job description
Band 7
- Full time
- Part time
Job overview
This role is for a band 7 Sonographer rotating between the City campus, Treatment Centre and QMC campus. A great opportunity to work alongside a highly experienced team and develop new skills in a busy department. NUH provides both Obstetric and non-Obstetric services across the 3 sites which includes GP (AQP), outpatients, DVT /vascular, and inpatient scanning, and a gynaecological scanning service for the Nottingham Treatment Centre.
There are 3 Ultrasound Clinical Specialists who will support and guide you during your induction period and beyond.
The Ultrasound Department is open between 8am-6pm Monday-Friday with potential additional lists at the weekend.
You will be accountable to the Ultrasound Modality Manager and the Diagnostic Pathway Assistant General Manager for Ultrasound, and as part of this role, you will work with a team of Sonographers', Radiologists and other specialties within NUH to ensure a high quality Ultrasound service to our customers.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the brief list above you must familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification attached to this advert prior to applying.
To undertake ultrasound within your area of specialty.
To maintain a high standard of work and to strive for continual improvements in Ultrasound standards and patient care.
To obtain high quality diagnostic images
Triage workflow and patients in the area within which they are working by collaborating with colleagues to maximize departmental efficiency.
To establish and maintain a good working relationship with other members of staff and disciplines.
The Ultrasound service within Radiology, is part of the Clinical Support Division.
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust is looking for a motivated, experienced individual to provide professional and clinical expertise within our Obstetric and Non Obstetric Ultrasound services.
As part of our experienced team, you will need to share clinical knowledge, provide teaching, and mentor and support staff during Ultrasound training.
Working for our organisation
The Ultrasound team are well established, dedicated and professional. They are a diverse group of people with a broad range of skills and experience.
It is a highly paced and intense environment however you will be given the skills and knowledge to manage this effectively. There will be opportunities to advance both your practice and career prospects.
CPD is actively encouraged and supported.
There is Nursery facilities located on each NUH campus.
Nottingham is a friendly City with excellent leisure facilities, shops and beautiful countryside within easy reach.
In addition to the brief list above you must familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification attached to this advert prior to applying.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To be qualified to perform ultrasound examinations, independently performing and independently providing a diagnostic report on a minimum of 95% of all examinations.
The post holder will be required to work at the sites below:
City Hospital Campus,
Queens Medical Centre Campus
Nottingham Treatment Centre
To perform high quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations and provide a concise detailed report of the findings in accordance with the departmental protocols and procedures.
To explain procedures to patients in a manner that facilitates their full understanding of the examination and to ensure that informed consent is obtained.
Effectively communicate the scan findings to the patient, having a caring attitude, display empathy and provide support when needed.
Effectively communicate scan findings to clinicians.
Maintain a good standard of self-discipline and follow NUH Values and Behaviours policy.
Assist the Ultrasound Modality manager in the management of the service as requested.
Person specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential criteria
- B.Sc.Hons in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent professional body
- Demonstrates a commitment to their own professional development and has evidence of CPD
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working within a team.
- Is open to suggestions, ideas and new working practices with a team approach.
- To be able to work independently in all non obstetric ultrasound
- The ability to perform and report in the area which they practice all
- The ability to prioritise and manage own workload
- Recognises own role as part of an effective team.
Desirable criteria
- The ability to perform and report gynaecology ultrasound
Communication and relationship
Essential criteria
- Good communication skills and be able to liaise with ward staff, referring clinician and other medical staff
- Demonstrates ability to convey confidential information with sensitivity and discretion
- Ability to forge great working relationships with those around them.
Analytical and Judgement skill
Essential criteria
- To demonstrate an ability to recognize own limitations and when to seek a 2nd opinion
- Able to use judgment to make decisions in order to solve problems / enquiries
- Works in line with standard procedures.
- Works within prescribed deadlines
Planning and organisation skil
Essential criteria
- Able to concentrate in a very busy environment.
- Demonstrates enthusiasm and a conscientious approach to work
Physical skills
Essential criteria
- Lifting & handling of patients
- Moving of ultrasound machines around hospital
Other requirements specific to
Essential criteria
- Flexible approach to working (early starts, weekends, evenings, across campus)
- Commitment to support the Trust’s Values
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Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at the NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
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Salary: The quoted salary will be on a pro rata basis for part time workers.
Disability Confidence: All applicants who have declared a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the post will be shortlisted.
At Risk of redundancy: NHS employees within the East Midlands who are ‘at risk’ of redundancy will be given a preferential interview where they meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
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Consent:
- Transfer of information: If I have previous NHS service - I consent to the transfer of my Electronic Staff Record (ESR) data between this and other NHS Trusts. I also consent to the Occupational Health Department confidentially accessing my occupational health records from my current or previous employer in order to check the status of my vaccinations, immunisations s and screening tests as relevant to the post. I understand this is an automated process and the information will only be used for these purposes prior to me taking up the position at NUH.
- Disclosure and Barring Service: Your post maybe subject to a DBS check which incur a cost dependent on the level of check required (£41.90 for enhanced and £21.90 for standard). I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if it is required (by deduction from first month’s pay). Should I decide to withdraw from my job offer, I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of the DBS check undertaken by cheque or other agreed method.
