Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic sonographer to join our small, forward thinking friendly Ultrasound department here at the James Paget University Hospital.
Applicants must possess a Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma in Ultrasound (or equivalent qualification) and must be registered with the HCPC or other relevant professional body. Recent NHS experience is required and all applicants must meet the requirements of the role. The role is open to UK residents only.
Sessions undertaking general medical, gynaecological, musculoskeletal and obstetric examinations are available depending on expertise and experience.
There is an active training programme in place within the department that all staff are involved in, we also have BMUS endorsement for its preceptorship programme. We have a good support network from our Radiology colleagues and provide CPD activities within the department.
The Trust opened its Community Diagnostic Centre in 2024 which offers a 7 day, 8am - 8pm service to the local population. The department is currently working towards being able to provide this service, although out-of-hours additional sessions are currently available should you wish.
Main duties of the job
Some of the main duties of the job are as follows:
To undertake a clinical commitment working to the departmental protocols and scanning guidelines providing a patient focused service.
To ensure that the highest standards are delivered within the resources available to the department.
To work closely with other professionals within the clinical team to maintain the highest standards of service provision.
To be involved in non-clinical aspects of the service provision.
To work closely and collaboratively with those Directorates to whom a service is provided.
About us
The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of around 230,000 people in the Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and Waveney areas in Norfolk and Suffolk.The James Paget University Hospital is situated on the Norfolk and Suffolk border with the Norfolk Broads and a fine coastline all nearby. The Trust performs well in staff satisfaction surveys and has good retention of staff across the Diagnostic Imaging Department. The Trust provides an integrated hospital and community children's service.
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job description is not exhaustive and may be reviewed periodically in consultation with the post holder.
Advanced Clinical Practice
To perform and report ultrasound examinations according to departmental protocols and guidelines.
To supervise and participate in the practical training of student sonographers and/or other medical staff, as required.
To act as a role model.
To participate in a flexible working pattern in order to meet working demands, in particular to be prepared to participate in evening and weekend duties on a rotational basis.
To take responsibility for own actions whilst working alone but also to work as part of a wider team.
To maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Quality and Audit
To be familiar with and adhere to all the Trusts policies, procedures and protocols.
To ensure all standards of ultrasound are maintained in accordance with expected national standards; also to be aware of current ultrasound developments.
To actively participate in service development and improvement and the production of policies and protocols to support this.
To actively take part in clinical audit and peer review.
Be able to demonstrate evidence of ongoing Continued Professional Development (CPD).
To be responsible for the safe use of ultrasound equipment and to report any equipment fault without delay.
To maintain elements of statutory training and adhere to Health and Safety and COSHH regulations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job description is not exhaustive and may be reviewed periodically in consultation with the post holder.
Advanced Clinical Practice
To perform and report ultrasound examinations according to departmental protocols and guidelines.
To supervise and participate in the practical training of student sonographers and/or other medical staff, as required.
To act as a role model.
To participate in a flexible working pattern in order to meet working demands, in particular to be prepared to participate in evening and weekend duties on a rotational basis.
To take responsibility for own actions whilst working alone but also to work as part of a wider team.
To maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Quality and Audit
To be familiar with and adhere to all the Trusts policies, procedures and protocols.
To ensure all standards of ultrasound are maintained in accordance with expected national standards; also to be aware of current ultrasound developments.
To actively participate in service development and improvement and the production of policies and protocols to support this.
To actively take part in clinical audit and peer review.
Be able to demonstrate evidence of ongoing Continued Professional Development (CPD).
To be responsible for the safe use of ultrasound equipment and to report any equipment fault without delay.
To maintain elements of statutory training and adhere to Health and Safety and COSHH regulations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate certificate or diploma in ultrasound (or equivalent qualification)
Behaviours
Essential
- Application reflects the Trust values and behaviours
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- 1 years scanning experience post qualification
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate certificate or diploma in ultrasound (or equivalent qualification)
Behaviours
Essential
- Application reflects the Trust values and behaviours
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- 1 years scanning experience post qualification
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
