Job summary
The Ultrasound Department at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital has a vacancy for a Sonographer at our improving and expanding Ultrasound Department. The successful candidate will hold a Post Grad Diploma in Medical Ultrasound. The team of sonographers cover the core elements of General Medical (Inc Paeds), Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Please note, Sonographers who only perform Obstetric, Gynae and EPC will also be considered.
10% retention and recruitment premia applies to this post and will be added to the advertised salary.
Candidates interested in evening and weekend part time employment may also be considered.
The Ultrasound department at Bedfordshire Hospitals at the L&D site consists of two departments one in imaging and the other in Women's Health Unit. We are a team of 12 friendly Sonographers comprising of two departmental managers and qualified and trainee Sonographers.
The department actively supports CPD and ultrasound involvement in regular imaging clinical governance / audit meetings is encouraged.
The Ultrasound Department consists of 6 ultrasound rooms in the General Department, 6 ultrasound rooms in the Women's Health Unit and 1 scan room in the EPU/EG Unit. Our equipment consists of Samsung RS80EVO and Hera W10 systems with comprehensive rolling equipment replacement programme.
All candidates must be able to attend a face-to-face interview and practical assessment.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of this role are to independently perform and report ultrasound examinations in General Medical, Obstetrics and Gynaecology (including Paediatrics and EPC).
We train student Sonographers on a regular basis and the successful candidates would play a key role in this training.
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. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main duties of this role are to independently perform and report ultrasound examinations in General Medical, Obstetrics and Gynaecology (including Paediatrics and EPC).
We train student Sonographers on a regular basis and the successful candidates would play a key role in this training.
Please see job description and person specification provided. If further information is required, please speak to our contact on advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main duties of this role are to independently perform and report ultrasound examinations in General Medical, Obstetrics and Gynaecology (including Paediatrics and EPC).
We train student Sonographers on a regular basis and the successful candidates would play a key role in this training.
Please see job description and person specification provided. If further information is required, please speak to our contact on advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR or Degree in Radiography
- Up to date CPD file
- Post graduate Diploma in ultrasound covering modules of Obstetrics, Gynaecology (to include EPC) and General Medical.
Desirable
- MSC in ultrasound
- Counselling qualification
- HCPC registered
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of training experience for award of post graduate diploma in ultrasound
- NT accreditation
- Post qualification independent NHS practice experience
Desirable
- Trainee mentoring experience
Skills
Essential
- Be able to care and show empathy to all patients.
- Deal sensitively with patients from all cultural backgrounds
- Ability to pass on knowledge to others in a clear and concise way
- To competently undertake full range of ultrasound examinations in Obstetrics, Gynae and General Medical.
- Proven computer skills
- Dexterity, coordination and sensory skills
- Legible handwriting
- To assume correct scanning position in order to minimise RSI, neck and back injuries
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR or Degree in Radiography
- Up to date CPD file
- Post graduate Diploma in ultrasound covering modules of Obstetrics, Gynaecology (to include EPC) and General Medical.
Desirable
- MSC in ultrasound
- Counselling qualification
- HCPC registered
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of training experience for award of post graduate diploma in ultrasound
- NT accreditation
- Post qualification independent NHS practice experience
Desirable
- Trainee mentoring experience
Skills
Essential
- Be able to care and show empathy to all patients.
- Deal sensitively with patients from all cultural backgrounds
- Ability to pass on knowledge to others in a clear and concise way
- To competently undertake full range of ultrasound examinations in Obstetrics, Gynae and General Medical.
- Proven computer skills
- Dexterity, coordination and sensory skills
- Legible handwriting
- To assume correct scanning position in order to minimise RSI, neck and back injuries
Desirable
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).
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