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Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Trainee Sonographer (fixed term training contract)

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Job summary

Candidates are invited to apply for this training opportunity to acquire their Post Graduate certificate in Ultrasound Practice.

Individuals are supported in gaining their qualification through practical experience within the department and by attendance in acquiring the required university certificate.

This position is for a training contract only; a Band 7 role will be protected for candidates when it becomes available.

Main duties of the job

  • To ensure the highest professional occupational standards are maintained at all times using a high level of specialist knowledge in line with local, regional and national guidelines where appropriate.
  • To be responsible the safe conduct of any examination and welfare of the patient in the care of the post holder.
  • To ensure that scanning protocols in operation within the ultrasound department are adhered to.
  • To work as part of a professional team
  • To undertake supervised scanning duties in all areas of the Ultrasound Departments to include Obstetric, gynaecology and abdomen scanning dependent on experience.
  • To gain experience in all aspects of the ultrasound service
  • To undertake supervised transvaginal ultrasound examinations
  • Responsibility, alongside the supervising sonographer, to provide reports of their scans, ensuring accuracy and timeliness using the CRIS / PACS and digital dictation systems.
  • To be involved in the development of new techniques and services as appropriate to the requirements of the ultrasound service
  • Continuously update and employ medical knowledge/skills appropriate to ultrasound scanning.
  • To undertake any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the Head of Imaging and in accordance with trust policies and current working practices

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details

Date posted

26 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 a year Per Annum Pro Rata for Part Time

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

390-CSS-BA-9673

Job locations

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting Trainee Sonographer (Fixed Term training contract) role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you?

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting Trainee Sonographer (Fixed Term training contract) role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you?

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc(Hons) Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent
  • Short course in modality of interest or extended practice
  • Record of current CPD

Desirable

  • Post-graduate qualification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable discipline experience enabling independent practice
  • Demonstrable NHS experience covering a number of modalities
  • Management of IT systems within the hospital environment

Desirable

  • Supervisory Experience

Skills and Apititudes

Essential

  • Strong verbal and written communication
Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc(Hons) Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent
  • Short course in modality of interest or extended practice
  • Record of current CPD

Desirable

  • Post-graduate qualification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable discipline experience enabling independent practice
  • Demonstrable NHS experience covering a number of modalities
  • Management of IT systems within the hospital environment

Desirable

  • Supervisory Experience

Skills and Apititudes

Essential

  • Strong verbal and written communication

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NT


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NT


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Superintendent

Jennifer Baisden

Jennifer.Baisden@nhs.net

01245513535

Details

Date posted

26 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 a year Per Annum Pro Rata for Part Time

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

390-CSS-BA-9673

Job locations

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NT


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