Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic Specialist Sonographer to join our busy, friendly imaging department. The ideal applicant would have excellent communication skills, a flexible approach and attitude; commitment and passion to deliver and improve the service to women centred care. You will be part of a small team of sonographers, who are well respected and committed to providing a high standard of examinations.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
a) To ensure the delivery of an efficient and effective service within their domain of advanced practice.
b) To operate specialist sonography equipment in order to produce high quality diagnostic images.
c) To be an active member of the multidisciplinary team advising on onward patient management whilst providing the highest standards of patient care.
d) Undertake education and training for sonography staff.
To effectively manage staff skill, mix and workflow across symptomatic and screening clinics
Job description
Job responsibilities
a) To ensure the delivery of an efficient and effective service within their domain of advanced practice.
b) To operate specialist sonography equipment in order to produce high quality diagnostic images.
c) To be an active member of the multidisciplinary team advising on onward patient management whilst providing the highest standards of patient care.
d) Undertake education and training for sonography staff.
To effectively manage staff skill, mix and workflow across symptomatic and screening clinics
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasound
- Appropriate Professional Registration e.g. HCPC, RCT or NMC Registration
- Appropriate relevant Degree or equivalent.
- Appropriate post qualification experience in an ultrasound department
- Relevant clinical courses
- Completed the preceptorship and capability framework for sonographers'
- Quality assurance supervision and practice
- Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance including H&S, COSHH, Manual Handling
- Experience of teaching, mentoring and supporting colleagues training and development
- Be able to interpret clinician's requirements, to recognise the urgency of ultrasound requests, prioritise requests and determine the appropriate scanning technique, ensuring that scans are performed in accordance with best practice and research-based evidence.
- To interpret scans and provide a comprehensive, independent, diagnostic report on the patient's condition and make the appropriate diagnosis.
- Leadership or management course or qualification or equivalent experience.
- To be able to respond appropriately to distressed patients and staff and distressing circumstances e.g. suspected physical abuse, major trauma, cancer and death.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of presenting or publishing local audit, research, or case studies.
- Trained and experienced in more than one area of ultrasound
- Experience of audit and research
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasound
- Appropriate Professional Registration e.g. HCPC, RCT or NMC Registration
- Appropriate relevant Degree or equivalent.
- Appropriate post qualification experience in an ultrasound department
- Relevant clinical courses
- Completed the preceptorship and capability framework for sonographers'
- Quality assurance supervision and practice
- Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance including H&S, COSHH, Manual Handling
- Experience of teaching, mentoring and supporting colleagues training and development
- Be able to interpret clinician's requirements, to recognise the urgency of ultrasound requests, prioritise requests and determine the appropriate scanning technique, ensuring that scans are performed in accordance with best practice and research-based evidence.
- To interpret scans and provide a comprehensive, independent, diagnostic report on the patient's condition and make the appropriate diagnosis.
- Leadership or management course or qualification or equivalent experience.
- To be able to respond appropriately to distressed patients and staff and distressing circumstances e.g. suspected physical abuse, major trauma, cancer and death.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of presenting or publishing local audit, research, or case studies.
- Trained and experienced in more than one area of ultrasound
- Experience of audit and research
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).
