Job summary
Advanced Practitioner Sonographer - (Full time, Part Time, Flexi Time, Part Qualified considered)
Band 7
We are looking for a dedicated Sonographer, with excellent clinical skills to join our friendly and progressive team.
Whether you are a new sonographer looking for that first step into an acute environment or an experienced sonographer looking to broaden your skill set Tameside Hospital has a wealth of opportunities to offer you.
Tameside Ultrasound department is a forward thinking department which has undergone significant transformation in recent years. There has been investment in ultrasound equipment and in clinical and managerial support from the Radiologists, and radiology management team. We are one of the only trusts in the North West to have a Consultant Sonographer who heads the department and offers mentorship, clinical support to Sonographer team. We also have 2 additional Trainee Consultant Sonographers joining the team in May.
Tameside Hospital promotes and supports continued professional development in a supportive learning environment; we encourage and pay for attendance at relevant study days and national conferences such as BMUS / UKRC. There are also a successful monthly Ultrasound interesting case & Gynaecology meetings as well as quarterly Radiology Audit meetings.
There is an opportunity for flexible working, with options for evening and weekend work .
Main duties of the job
To act as an independent ultrasound practitioner performing and reporting own ultrasound examinations. To assist the Consultant Radiographer with the day to day running of the department. To provide training and supervision for relevant qualified staff groups and students deployed to the ultrasound department
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Excellence
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR
- Hold a recognised Ultrasound qualification to a minimum level of Post Graduate /Certificate Diploma awarded by an Consortium for Accreditation of Sonographic Education (CASE) approved higher educational provider.
- DQASS Accreditation
- HCPC Registered
- Have an up to date professional development portfolio
Desirable
- Membership of Public Voluntary Sonographer Register SoR.
- Professional Membership
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Have an up to date professional development portfolio
- Experience at writing reports
- Experience in counselling, breaking bad news
- General administrative duties within an ultrasound environment
- Demonstrate experience of multi-disciplinary team working and evidence of supporting service developments
Desirable
- Experience in Audit and Quality
- Cranial Ultrasound in Neonates
- 3D Scanning in Gynaecology Imaging
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to present information in a clear and logical manner
- Excellent interpersonal, persuasive and motivational skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Able to self-motivate and work on own initiative
- Demonstrates a positive approach to patient care
- Must be able to work under pressure and to short deadlines
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and that of others
- Flexible approach to working practice
- IT skills commensurate with the post
- To comprehend and work within the Trusts policies of data protection, equal opportunities, confidentiality and health and safety to meet the differing needs of patient NHS Constitution
- Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes
- Thorough knowledge of normal anatomy, physiology and pathology of upper abdomen and pelvic Examinations. Obstetric Ultrasound Safe use of technical ultrasound equipment
- Demonstrate an ability to perform ultrasound examinations at an advanced level of competency
Desirable
- Awareness of cultural diversity
- Disability awareness
- Team leadership and motivation skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR
- Hold a recognised Ultrasound qualification to a minimum level of Post Graduate /Certificate Diploma awarded by an Consortium for Accreditation of Sonographic Education (CASE) approved higher educational provider.
- DQASS Accreditation
- HCPC Registered
- Have an up to date professional development portfolio
Desirable
- Membership of Public Voluntary Sonographer Register SoR.
- Professional Membership
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Have an up to date professional development portfolio
- Experience at writing reports
- Experience in counselling, breaking bad news
- General administrative duties within an ultrasound environment
- Demonstrate experience of multi-disciplinary team working and evidence of supporting service developments
Desirable
- Experience in Audit and Quality
- Cranial Ultrasound in Neonates
- 3D Scanning in Gynaecology Imaging
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to present information in a clear and logical manner
- Excellent interpersonal, persuasive and motivational skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Able to self-motivate and work on own initiative
- Demonstrates a positive approach to patient care
- Must be able to work under pressure and to short deadlines
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and that of others
- Flexible approach to working practice
- IT skills commensurate with the post
- To comprehend and work within the Trusts policies of data protection, equal opportunities, confidentiality and health and safety to meet the differing needs of patient NHS Constitution
- Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes
- Thorough knowledge of normal anatomy, physiology and pathology of upper abdomen and pelvic Examinations. Obstetric Ultrasound Safe use of technical ultrasound equipment
- Demonstrate an ability to perform ultrasound examinations at an advanced level of competency
Desirable
- Awareness of cultural diversity
- Disability awareness
- Team leadership and motivation skills
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).
