Job summary
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for Sonographers who would like to join our friendly, passionate and supportive team. We are looking to recruit on a development pathway (AfC band 6-7 depending on knowledge, experience and skill set).
When all required competencies have been achieved and you are safely able to work autonomously at the level of a Band 7 Sonographer you will receive a recruitment and retention bonus of 7% per annum.
You will be based at the Newmarket Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC). This is an exciting opportunity to work in a new centre with state-of-the-art equipment in a bright, spacious and welcoming setting.
The CDC offers X-Ray, CT, MRI and US imaging services. Other services include Echo and lung function. We encourage potential applicants to come and visit this new facility which is highly rated by our staff and patients.
This is an exciting time to join the West Suffolk Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, with staff participating in the planning of our new hospital (Future Systems Program).We are also working closely with other hospitals within our ICS and engaging with regional Trusts within local Imaging Networks.
Main duties of the job
The WSFT Radiology department is proud to deliver a high-quality service which consistently receives excellent patient feedback. Our staff survey feedback shows that the department provides good wellbeing support in an environment which offers good CPD/staff development opportunities.
We are looking to invest in the professional development of an experienced Sonographer seeking to pursue a career in the NHS. If you feel you meet all of the essential criteria in the person specification and could fulfil the job description, delivering excellent patient care and a high-quality service then this could be the ideal opportunity for you.
The Ultrasound Department offers flexible working where full and part time hours will be considered. We are aiming to provide an 0800 - 2000 7-day service in the near future.
The successful candidate will need to be self-motivated, diligent, and committed to providing an excellent service to our patients. You will be required toobtain high quality ultrasound images and diagnostic reports within the community settings.
About us
#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.
The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.
With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.
We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: If you choose to apply for this position you may be required to attend a face to face interview and undergo a clinical scanning assessment. It will not be possible for this to take place remotely.
Please see job description attached to view full responsibilities.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: If you choose to apply for this position you may be required to attend a face to face interview and undergo a clinical scanning assessment. It will not be possible for this to take place remotely.
Please see job description attached to view full responsibilities.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- oQualified Healthcare Professional, registered with a recognised governing body e.g. HCPC or NMC.
- oRecognised post graduate qualification in medical or clinical ultrasound
- oComprehensive, up to date CPD portfolio related to advances in US imaging
- oDemonstrable US scanning skills, able to produce high-quality images and understand imaging protocols
Desirable
- oAdditional training/ qualification in a specific area of US scanning (for example, vascular or MSK) Professional registration with a recognised governing body
- oQualification in US guided injections (MSK Sonographer)
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- oDemonstrable clinical and leadership experience
- oUnderstanding of the current challenges within general, obstetric and gynaecological US scanning
- oExperience working in a hospital environment that supports a wide range of complex clinical examinations
- oInterest and experience in gynaecology and obstetric ultrasound procedures
- oA good working understanding of obstetric and gynaecology scanning in the NHS.
Desirable
- oKnowledge of the Quality Standard for Imaging (QSI) process
Skills and abilities
Essential
- oGood written and verbal communication skills
- oGood organisational and leadership skills
- oAble to implement evidence- based practice
- oAble to use a wide range of IT systems effectively
- oGood manual dexterity
- oAble to work calmly under pressure
Desirable
- oAwareness of all current topics and developments within the field of Ultrasound
Personal qualities
Essential
- oActs as an effective role model, demonstrating WSFT Trust values at all times
- oHigh self-awareness, understanding own emotions, strengths and limitations
- oBe open to flexible working (7 day working 08.00 - 20.00 shifts)
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- oQualified Healthcare Professional, registered with a recognised governing body e.g. HCPC or NMC.
- oRecognised post graduate qualification in medical or clinical ultrasound
- oComprehensive, up to date CPD portfolio related to advances in US imaging
- oDemonstrable US scanning skills, able to produce high-quality images and understand imaging protocols
Desirable
- oAdditional training/ qualification in a specific area of US scanning (for example, vascular or MSK) Professional registration with a recognised governing body
- oQualification in US guided injections (MSK Sonographer)
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- oDemonstrable clinical and leadership experience
- oUnderstanding of the current challenges within general, obstetric and gynaecological US scanning
- oExperience working in a hospital environment that supports a wide range of complex clinical examinations
- oInterest and experience in gynaecology and obstetric ultrasound procedures
- oA good working understanding of obstetric and gynaecology scanning in the NHS.
Desirable
- oKnowledge of the Quality Standard for Imaging (QSI) process
Skills and abilities
Essential
- oGood written and verbal communication skills
- oGood organisational and leadership skills
- oAble to implement evidence- based practice
- oAble to use a wide range of IT systems effectively
- oGood manual dexterity
- oAble to work calmly under pressure
Desirable
- oAwareness of all current topics and developments within the field of Ultrasound
Personal qualities
Essential
- oActs as an effective role model, demonstrating WSFT Trust values at all times
- oHigh self-awareness, understanding own emotions, strengths and limitations
- oBe open to flexible working (7 day working 08.00 - 20.00 shifts)
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).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
