Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Trainee Sonographer

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Job summary

Trainee Sonographer - We are proud of our highly trained ultrasound team and the opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified individual to train as a Sonographer in this ever expanding and exciting field of Radiology. With funded postgraduate academic training at University of Hertfordshire you will complete the Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound.

The Ultrasound Department has 12 scan rooms across two departments and provides a comprehensive Sonographer led ultrasound service. Obstetrics and Gynaecology is based in a dedicated Women's Health Unit and General Medical Ultrasound in the Main Imaging Department).

Professional (HCPC/GMC/NMC) registration is essential. We can offer you o A wide range of ultrasound experience and CPD o Up-to-date high quality equipment o Good record of training, with well-developed University links o Individual mentorship o A friendly and enthusiastic team. o Upon qualification a full-time band 7 Sonographer position

For further information or an informal visit, please contact Amanda Houghton Consultant Sonographer or Sophia Holland Superintendent Sonographer01582 718432

Main duties of the job

  • Undertake clinical and theoretical training in Ultrasound attending block release to University of Hertfordshire.
  • Completing rostered training to meet the university requirements.
  • Participate in the day to day organisation of the service.
  • Working professionally as part of the Ultrasound team interacting with other teams and departments.
  • Achieve a post graduate diploma qualification within 12 months in line University timetable.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourselfwith all requirements of the job.

Details

Date posted

29 June 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

418-DTO7419-SJ

Job locations

Luton & Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description and person specification provided. If further information is required, please speak to our contact on advert.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description and person specification provided. If further information is required, please speak to our contact on advert.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

  • oDegree in radiography or equivalent diploma
  • HCPC Registered

Desirable

  • Post qualification experience

Experience

Essential

  • oPost qualification

Skills

Essential

  • oAbility to undertake range of general examinations.
  • oBasic computer skills. Use of PACS & a radiology information system
Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

  • oDegree in radiography or equivalent diploma
  • HCPC Registered

Desirable

  • Post qualification experience

Experience

Essential

  • oPost qualification

Skills

Essential

  • oAbility to undertake range of general examinations.
  • oBasic computer skills. Use of PACS & a radiology information system

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton & Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ


Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton & Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ


Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant sonographer

Amanda Houghton

amanda.houghton@ldh.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

29 June 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

418-DTO7419-SJ

Job locations

Luton & Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ


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