Job summary
Job Title: Trainee Sonographer
Band: Band 5 (with progression to band 7)
Base: You may be required to work in other designated locations of theTrust as well as your primary base. In particular, flexibility isrequired across the three main hospital sites (Leicester RoyalInfirmary, Leicester General Hospital and Glenfield Hospital). Ifyour initial location is one of these sites excess travelreimbursement would not apply for a permanent or temporarychange of base.
Reports to: Ultrasound Clinical Leads
Accountable to: Radiology General Managers
Due to the nature of the interview process for this post, we are unable to accommodate remote interviews
Main duties of the job
Applicants must have achieved an undergraduate degree in a science based subject. NHS/healthcare experience is desirable as it will provide the basic skills and experience needed to complete this course. HCPC/NMC registration or equivalent is also essential to this post. You will need to have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
The applicant will be enrolled on a Post Graduate Diploma (Pg Dip) at Sheffield Hallam University. The course includes four modules to be completed over a 2 year period: Obstetrics, Gynaecology, General medical and ultrasound physics.
The programme includes part time university attendance alongside practical training at Leicester hospitals which includes simulator use. The radiology academy is based at the Leicester General Hospital and sonographers will also take part in the training of registrars in ultrasound. Sonographer training may be based at any of the hospital settings including 3 main sites and 5 satellite sites based in the surrounding community.
Our work includes, general abdominal, small parts, gynaecological, MSK, DVT & vascular, paediatrics and obstetrics (including early pregnancy scanning and NT screening). We cover in-patients, outpatient & GP referrals. We are one of the largest providers for Ultrasound in the UK with 34 scan rooms carrying out over 6,000 outpatient scans a months
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- This is primarily a clinical trainee role with a degree of first line management appropriate to address service needs.
- The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a high quality, effective and efficient ultrasound service to the highest professional standards
- The role is to provide patient centred care and to uphold the trust values
- The role will require you to work cross-site
- On qualification you will support 7 day, 24 hours working, including bank/public holidays as required by the needs of the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- This is primarily a clinical trainee role with a degree of first line management appropriate to address service needs.
- The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a high quality, effective and efficient ultrasound service to the highest professional standards
- The role is to provide patient centred care and to uphold the trust values
- The role will require you to work cross-site
- On qualification you will support 7 day, 24 hours working, including bank/public holidays as required by the needs of the service.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Science or healthcare based undergraduate degree
- HCPC registration or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Competent IT skills
- Awareness of diagnostic ultrasound
Communication and relationship
Essential
- Understanding of confidentiality
- Excellent interpersonal skills / professional attitude
- Understanding of team work
Analytical & Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to identify and resolve problems
- Ability to use and act on own initiative
Planning and Organising skills
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Science or healthcare based undergraduate degree
- HCPC registration or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Competent IT skills
- Awareness of diagnostic ultrasound
Communication and relationship
Essential
- Understanding of confidentiality
- Excellent interpersonal skills / professional attitude
- Understanding of team work
Analytical & Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to identify and resolve problems
- Ability to use and act on own initiative
Planning and Organising skills
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
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).
