Job summary
This role is for a band 7 Annex U Trainee Sonographer rotating between the City campus, Treatment Centre, QMC campus. There are exciting plans in development to open a new Community Diagnostic Centre in the City Centre in 2025 which will be managed by NUH Radiology. There may be a requirement for staff to rotate to this location as part of this role.
The post is to commence 2nd September 2024.
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 all sites which includes GP (AQP), outpatients, DVT /vascular, and inpatient scanning, and a gynaecological scanning service
The Trainee post will focus on General Medical Ultrasound.
There are 3 Ultrasound Clinical Specialists who will support and guide you during your trainee period and beyond. You will also be allocated a mentor.
The Ultrasound Department is open between 8am-6pm Monday-Friday with potential additional lists at the weekend. The CDC will open 8am-8pm 7 days a week.
You will be accountable to the Ultrasound Modality Manager and the Speciality 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
To undertake Ultrasound training within General Medical Ultrasound.
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.
About us
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 below summary you need to familiarize yourself with full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertaking training to be competent 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:
Community Diagnostic Centre
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertaking training to be competent 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:
Community Diagnostic Centre
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
- 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
- Experience of working within a team.
- Is open to suggestions, ideas and new working practices with a team approach.
Communication and relationship
Essential
- 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
- 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
- Able to concentrate in a very busy environment.
- Demonstrates enthusiasm and a conscientious approach to work
Physical skills
Essential
- Lifting & handling of patients
- Moving of ultrasound machines around hospital
Other requirements specific to
Essential
- Flexible approach to working (early starts, weekends, evenings, across campus)
- Commitment to support the Trust's Values
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- 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
- Experience of working within a team.
- Is open to suggestions, ideas and new working practices with a team approach.
Communication and relationship
Essential
- 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
- 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
- Able to concentrate in a very busy environment.
- Demonstrates enthusiasm and a conscientious approach to work
Physical skills
Essential
- Lifting & handling of patients
- Moving of ultrasound machines around hospital
Other requirements specific to
Essential
- Flexible approach to working (early starts, weekends, evenings, across campus)
- Commitment to support the Trust's Values
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).