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Sonographer (Vascular Theatre Support) (Bank)

The closing date is 26 September 2025

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Job Description Sonographer (Vascular Theatre Support) Leicester Hospital | Theatre | | Part-Time - Ad-Hoc Up to £45.00 per hour, depending on experience

Main duties of the job

Provide real-time ultrasound imaging to support vascular surgical procedures in theatre. Assist the vascular surgeon in identifying vessels, mapping veins, and guiding interventions. Ensure all imaging equipment is prepared, safe, and functioning correctly before procedures. Work as part of the multidisciplinary theatre team, supporting safe and efficient patient care. Maintain accurate documentation of imaging and contribute to patient records in line with policy. Comply with local infection prevention, radiation protection (if applicable), and patient safety protocols. Participate in relevant training and maintain competencies for theatre-based vascular ultrasound.

About us

Leicester: Founded in 1969, Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital was originally built from funds raised by the local community and is now one of the leading providers of private healthcare in Leicestershire. The Hospital has a strong local reputation with patients remaining loyal. The Hospital had a £4.5 million refurbishment in 2011 and was the blue print for the wider Hospitals refresh programme. The Hospital has 28 ensuite inpatient beds, 2 Laminar flow theatres, Endoscopy Suite, minor treatment room and 14 consulting rooms. The hospital delivers a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient treatments and services using the best possible technologies. Since 2015 we have invested in a static MRI unit, a new digital X ray room & digital mammography. We are a local centre of excellence for Children and Young People Services. Having a Fitness & Wellbeing Gym in Leicester has led to a close working relationship and the Hospital was a forerunner for the Nuffield recovery plus programme. The Hospital has been rated as a 'Good' hospital by the CQC and achieved this rating across the 5 key lines of enquiry across all departments inspected

Details

Date posted

29 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£40 to £45 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

JR0090405

Job locations

Scraptoft Lane Leicester Leicestershire LE5 1HY

Leicester

LE5 1HY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Sonographer (Vascular Theatre Support) Leicester Hospital | Theatre | | Part-Time - Ad-Hoc Up to £45.00 per hour, depending on experience Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. State-of-the-art equipment and more time to focus on what matters. We're the UK's largest Healthcare Charity and this is the career you've always wanted. We'll ask you to see each patient as an individual, carrying out your role with understanding and empathy. As a Sonographer at our Leicester hospital, you'll bring high levels of technical knowledge and will provide specialist ultrasound support to the vascular surgeon during theatre procedures, ensuring safe, effective, and high-quality patient care. You have a great eye for detail and you're caring by nature. You hold a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography or equivalent to meet the registration requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), a postgraduate qualification and excellent teamwork skills. Key Responsibilities

  • Provide real-time ultrasound imaging to support vascular surgical procedures in theatre.
  • Assist the vascular surgeon in identifying vessels, mapping veins, and guiding interventions.
  • Ensure all imaging equipment is prepared, safe, and functioning correctly before procedures.
  • Work as part of the multidisciplinary theatre team, supporting safe and efficient patient care.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of imaging and contribute to patient records in line with policy.
  • Comply with local infection prevention, radiation protection (if applicable), and patient safety protocols.
  • Participate in relevant training and maintain competencies for theatre-based vascular ultrasound.
    • Required Qualifications / Experience
  • HCPC-registered Sonographer (or equivalent qualification).
  • Demonstrated experience in vascular ultrasound.
  • Previous experience in a theatre or interventional setting (desirable but not essential)
    • Key Skills / Attributes
  • Strong technical ultrasound skills in vascular imaging.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary theatre team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and high standards of care.
    • Helping you feel good We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £25.00 a month. Leicester: Founded in 1969, Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital was originally built from funds raised by the local community and is now one of the leading providers of private healthcare in Leicestershire. The Hospital has a strong local reputation with patients remaining loyal. The Hospital had a £4.5 million refurbishment in 2011 and was the blue print for the wider Hospitals refresh programme. The Hospital has 28 ensuite inpatient beds, 2 Laminar flow theatres, Endoscopy Suite, minor treatment room and 14 consulting rooms. The hospital delivers a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient treatments and services using the best possible technologies. Since 2015 we have invested in a static MRI unit, a new digital X ray room & digital mammography. We are a local centre of excellence for Children and Young People Services. Having a Fitness & Wellbeing Gym in Leicester has led to a close working relationship and the Hospital was a forerunner for the Nuffield recovery plus programme. The Hospital has been rated as a 'Good' hospital by the CQC and achieved this rating across the 5 key lines of enquiry across all departments inspected Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Sonographer (Vascular Theatre Support) Leicester Hospital | Theatre | | Part-Time - Ad-Hoc Up to £45.00 per hour, depending on experience Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. State-of-the-art equipment and more time to focus on what matters. We're the UK's largest Healthcare Charity and this is the career you've always wanted. We'll ask you to see each patient as an individual, carrying out your role with understanding and empathy. As a Sonographer at our Leicester hospital, you'll bring high levels of technical knowledge and will provide specialist ultrasound support to the vascular surgeon during theatre procedures, ensuring safe, effective, and high-quality patient care. You have a great eye for detail and you're caring by nature. You hold a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography or equivalent to meet the registration requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), a postgraduate qualification and excellent teamwork skills. Key Responsibilities

  • Provide real-time ultrasound imaging to support vascular surgical procedures in theatre.
  • Assist the vascular surgeon in identifying vessels, mapping veins, and guiding interventions.
  • Ensure all imaging equipment is prepared, safe, and functioning correctly before procedures.
  • Work as part of the multidisciplinary theatre team, supporting safe and efficient patient care.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of imaging and contribute to patient records in line with policy.
  • Comply with local infection prevention, radiation protection (if applicable), and patient safety protocols.
  • Participate in relevant training and maintain competencies for theatre-based vascular ultrasound.
    • Required Qualifications / Experience
  • HCPC-registered Sonographer (or equivalent qualification).
  • Demonstrated experience in vascular ultrasound.
  • Previous experience in a theatre or interventional setting (desirable but not essential)
    • Key Skills / Attributes
  • Strong technical ultrasound skills in vascular imaging.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary theatre team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and high standards of care.
    • Helping you feel good We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £25.00 a month. Leicester: Founded in 1969, Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital was originally built from funds raised by the local community and is now one of the leading providers of private healthcare in Leicestershire. The Hospital has a strong local reputation with patients remaining loyal. The Hospital had a £4.5 million refurbishment in 2011 and was the blue print for the wider Hospitals refresh programme. The Hospital has 28 ensuite inpatient beds, 2 Laminar flow theatres, Endoscopy Suite, minor treatment room and 14 consulting rooms. The hospital delivers a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient treatments and services using the best possible technologies. Since 2015 we have invested in a static MRI unit, a new digital X ray room & digital mammography. We are a local centre of excellence for Children and Young People Services. Having a Fitness & Wellbeing Gym in Leicester has led to a close working relationship and the Hospital was a forerunner for the Nuffield recovery plus programme. The Hospital has been rated as a 'Good' hospital by the CQC and achieved this rating across the 5 key lines of enquiry across all departments inspected Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • BSC degree in diagnostic radiography or equivalent to meet the registration requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), a postgraduate qualification and excellent teamwork skills.

    Experience

    Essential

    • Demonstrated experience in vascular ultrasound.
    • Previous experience in a theatre or interventional setting (desirable but not essential)
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • BSC degree in diagnostic radiography or equivalent to meet the registration requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), a postgraduate qualification and excellent teamwork skills.

    Experience

    Essential

    • Demonstrated experience in vascular ultrasound.
    • Previous experience in a theatre or interventional setting (desirable but not essential)

    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

    Nuffield Health

    Address

    Scraptoft Lane Leicester Leicestershire LE5 1HY

    Leicester

    LE5 1HY


    Employer's website

    https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Nuffield Health

    Address

    Scraptoft Lane Leicester Leicestershire LE5 1HY

    Leicester

    LE5 1HY


    Employer's website

    https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Talent Acquisition

    People Services

    peopleservices@nuffieldhealth.com

    03001235080

    Details

    Date posted

    29 August 2025

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £40 to £45 an hour

    Contract

    Bank

    Working pattern

    Part-time

    Reference number

    JR0090405

    Job locations

    Scraptoft Lane Leicester Leicestershire LE5 1HY

    Leicester

    LE5 1HY


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