Sonographer/Midwife Sonographer (Band 7)

Job summary

Do you want to work for a Sonography Service that excels in its service delivery and benefits from impressive equipment standards?

Then we would love for you to join our dynamic and supportive team of multi-disciplinary Sonographers here at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust!

You will get the opportunity to perform all obstetric (including Nuchal scans), general abdominal, gynaecological, ultrasound examinations at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and peripheral sites, working in line with Band 7 expectations in all areas of practice.

Our purpose-built Diagnostic Ultrasound department has a fleet of flag-ship GE equipment, a successful (>10 years) rolling Sonographer training program, 7-day affable Radiologist support and dedicated Interventional Ultrasound facilities.

Our refurbished Antenatal clinic has state-of-the-art Canon/GE equipment in a 4-bed unit, providing an interdisciplinary fusion of Radiographer and Midwife Sonographer led services.

To work as part of the ultrasound team undertaking a wide range of ultrasound examinations. The post holder will be expected to work independently and produce diagnostic reports which will provide advice on future patient management to other clinicians, including obstetricians, gynaecologists, midwives, GP's etc.

**Please note: previous applicants do not need to apply.**

Main duties of the job

To work as part of the ultrasound team undertaking a wide range of ultrasound examinations.

The post holder will be expected to work independently and produce diagnostic reports which will provide advice on future patient management to other clinicians, including obstetricians, gynaecologists, midwives, GP's etc.

Experience of Nuchal Translucency scanning would be an advantage but training can be provided.

To provide general and specialised ultrasound services in the main hospital and at outlying hospitals and clinics thus providing highly skilled patient focused care.

Any other reasonable task as directed by line manager commensurate with grade.

This will Include some shift work, weekend & bank holiday working and lone working at associated Community Hospitals, thereforeaccess to a vehicle which can be used for work purposes for travelling to various sites across the Trust.

About us

Would you like to feel supported and valued professionally and personally within your team?

You will be a part of a team of amiable, diverse and multi-disciplinary Sonographers who understand the challenges of the role and the importance of supporting each other. Here at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, as well as taking pride in caring for our patients, we also prioritise taking care of and developing our staff!

Would you like to work in one of the most desirable places within the UK?

Somerset has a thriving rural community that we serve from several modern purpose-built Community Hospital sites currently in Minehead, Bridgwater, Glastonbury and Chard.

Somerset Foundation Trust's primary base, and jewel in her crown, is Musgrove Park Hospital, just a short walk from the centre of Taunton. This designated garden town is enviably nestled within the Vale of Taunton, between two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just 30 minutes from the centre of Exmoor National Park and less than 60 minutes from both the celebrated and the secluded beaches of Devon and Dorset. With award-winning schools, rolling countryside and a culture for outdoor-enthusiasts, it's no surprise that Somerset is the choice for those in search of the perfect work-life balance.