York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Advanced Practitioner (Reporting Sonographer)

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Job summary

We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic Sonographers to join our team.

The Department is integrated into the Radiology Department at York and we have satellite services at our Selby Hospital Site. A nominated Radiologist Clinical Lead and the Principal Sonographers work with the team to deliver innovation and excellent in Ultrasound Practice.

Main duties of the job

As part of our Sonographer Team you will work independently to perform a comprehensive range of examinations including, but not limited to: Obstetrics, Gynaecology and General Medical. You will be expected to issue your own reports independently as some sessions are undertaken at a satellite unit. The role will require you to work autonomously whilst being a team player.

Experience in Vascular, Musculoskeletal, Paediatrics, Head & Neck ultrasound are desirable but not essential, however a willingness to develop would be an asset.

About us

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

  • Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
  • 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
  • A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
  • Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
  • NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
  • An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
  • Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance through a of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Details

Date posted

21 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year per annum / pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

419-211123-AP-PSD

Job locations

York Hospital

Wigginton Road

York

YO31 8HE


Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree level or equivalent qualification
  • Post graduate accredited qualification in medical ultrasound
  • Registration with the Health Professions Council

Desirable

  • Masters level postgraduate course relevant to specialist area of employment

Experience/Skills

Essential

  • Relevant post qualification clinical experience in General Abdominal, Obstetrics, Gynaecological,
  • Demonstrable advanced knowledge of disease processes relevant to the area of specialisation
  • Ability to work independently including out of hours work.

Desirable

  • Experience in small part scanning, paediatrics, vascular, MSK, head & neck
  • Experience in independent report writing
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree level or equivalent qualification
  • Post graduate accredited qualification in medical ultrasound
  • Registration with the Health Professions Council

Desirable

  • Masters level postgraduate course relevant to specialist area of employment

Experience/Skills

Essential

  • Relevant post qualification clinical experience in General Abdominal, Obstetrics, Gynaecological,
  • Demonstrable advanced knowledge of disease processes relevant to the area of specialisation
  • Ability to work independently including out of hours work.

Desirable

  • Experience in small part scanning, paediatrics, vascular, MSK, head & neck
  • Experience in independent report writing

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.

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.

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

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York Hospital

Wigginton Road

York

YO31 8HE


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York Hospital

Wigginton Road

York

YO31 8HE


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Principal Radiographer

Lynn Boyes

lynn.boyes@york.nhs.uk

01904726648

Details

Date posted

21 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year per annum / pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

419-211123-AP-PSD

Job locations

York Hospital

Wigginton Road

York

YO31 8HE


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