Job summary
Are you a professional Sonographer with a commitment to first class patient care and the drive to work within a high performing team? .
The Ultrasound service is Sonographer led, receiving referrals from GPs, outpatients, wards and the Emergency Department. The department also provides the lithotripsy service, for which full training is provided.
This opportunity would appeal to those looking to develop their General Ultrasound skills and gain experience across a range of complex case. We would also welcome applicants with MSK experience.
The successful candidate will have a professional and practical attitude to their work with strong imaging and reporting skills. They will be comfortable working under pressure, 'multi-tasking' and liaising with multidisciplinary teams. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential with current/recent NHS experience to work both autonomously and in a team environment
Need to CASE accredited - qualification essential
Main duties of the job
To be an effective member of the Ultrasound team, providing a high quality, comprehensive and efficient Ultrasound service to patients and referring clinicians; to include the timely issue of diagnostic reports, based on Ultrasound findings.
To undertake all aspects of work in the Ultrasound Department, as appropriate to grade, including the supervision and mentoring of morejunior staff
About us
The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is the main provider of hospital services for the population of Reading, Newbury, Wokingham and the towns and villages of west Berkshire.
At our heart we are a local hospital that works with NHS and social care partners to provide excellent healthcare services for over 500,000 people who currently live in our catchment area. We also provide specialist hospital services beyond the county's borders.
We employ more than 5,500 staff from 39 different nationalities and deliver care from a network of facilities across sites in Bracknell, Henley-on-Thames, Reading, Thatcham and Windsor.
Each year we are responsible for efficiently and effectively spending more than £400m of NHS resources on the services we provide.
As a founder member of the Berkshire West Integrated Care System, we are one of NHS England's demonstrator sites for integration between primary, community, mental health and acute healthcare services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To independently undertake general ultrasound sessions, providing comprehensive andaccurate computerised reports on all examinations.
To undertake a wide variety of diagnostic ultrasound examinations, maintaining high professional standards of technical competence.
To ensure a high quality patient focussed professional service is delivered at all times.
To assess and adapt techniques for each examination to meet the individual needs of the patient.
To analyse the clinical information and determine the most appropriate scanning method and technique
Job description
Job responsibilities
To independently undertake general ultrasound sessions, providing comprehensive andaccurate computerised reports on all examinations.
To undertake a wide variety of diagnostic ultrasound examinations, maintaining high professional standards of technical competence.
To ensure a high quality patient focussed professional service is delivered at all times.
To assess and adapt techniques for each examination to meet the individual needs of the patient.
To analyse the clinical information and determine the most appropriate scanning method and technique
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- HCPC registered
- DCR or degree in Radiography
- DMU or Post Graduate Diploma in Ultrasound
Desirable
- MSC in Ultrasound
- Evidence of involvement in audit PGcert or equivalent in appropriate reporting modality
Experience
Essential
- Experience across a wide range of ultrasound examinations
Desirable
- 1 year post Ultrasound Diploma experience
Skills
Essential
- Sound knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and understanding of complex pathologies
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- HCPC registered
- DCR or degree in Radiography
- DMU or Post Graduate Diploma in Ultrasound
Desirable
- MSC in Ultrasound
- Evidence of involvement in audit PGcert or equivalent in appropriate reporting modality
Experience
Essential
- Experience across a wide range of ultrasound examinations
Desirable
- 1 year post Ultrasound Diploma experience
Skills
Essential
- Sound knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and understanding of complex pathologies
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).
