Job summary
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is looking for Sonographers, qualified to undertake obstetric and/or non-obstetric ultrasounds (NOUS) to join its Bank.
For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role please see the attached job description. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below.
If you are appointed, you will be required to attend a 1 day induction before you can work any shifts.
Please note that you will not be paid for attending Induction.
Main duties of the job
Post holders will report directly to the Lead Sonographers and Business Support Manager. You will work closely with the sonography team, senior colleagues and radiologists across the Trust, to develop and support the ultrasound service. Post holders must provide a patient focused, safe, effective and efficient service that is able to meet the current and future needs of the Trust and the population it serves. Some training of student and junior sonographers may be required.
About us
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust provide services across the north west side of the Greater Manchester area ranging from hospital services in Bolton to community services across Bolton, Salford, Ashton, Leigh and Wigan. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity. Over 5,700 people work for the Trust and many of them have been here a long time. People find they don't need to go elsewhere to find a fulfilling career in healthcare.
In return for your commitment, Bolton NHS Foundation Trust can offer you a fantastic place to work, within a high-performing, very stable Trust, alongside amazing colleagues across multi-disciplinary teams with one goal 'to provide the best care for our patients'. This isn't an idle boast as we can demonstrate from our last two CQC inspections (rated 'Good' both times),annual reports and our excellent clinical and financial performance. Our most recent Staff Survey results show us that our staff agree that Bolton is an amazing place to work. You will be joining a high performing integrated care Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Personal Specification
Qualifications
Essential:
- Post graduate qualification in ultrasound (PgCert, PgDip, MSc)
- Professional registration with a governing body (HCPC, NMC)
Desirable:
- Additional modular qualifications.
- Evidence of further education / training.
Experience
Essential:
- Experience of working as a Sonographer in the NHS.
- Independent clinical practice in obstetrics and/or NOUS.
- Ability to demonstrate and understand the principles of sonography.
Desirable:
- Ability to undertake a variety of US examinations (MSK, neck, obstetrics etc.).
- Experience in teaching and supervising undergraduate, trainee and qualified Radiographers/Sonographers.
More information please see attached personal specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Personal Specification
Qualifications
Essential:
- Post graduate qualification in ultrasound (PgCert, PgDip, MSc)
- Professional registration with a governing body (HCPC, NMC)
Desirable:
- Additional modular qualifications.
- Evidence of further education / training.
Experience
Essential:
- Experience of working as a Sonographer in the NHS.
- Independent clinical practice in obstetrics and/or NOUS.
- Ability to demonstrate and understand the principles of sonography.
Desirable:
- Ability to undertake a variety of US examinations (MSK, neck, obstetrics etc.).
- Experience in teaching and supervising undergraduate, trainee and qualified Radiographers/Sonographers.
More information please see attached personal specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post graduate qualification in US (PgCert, PgDip, MSc)
- Professional registration (HCPC, NMC)
Desirable
- Additional US qualifications / Experience (MSK, neck, paediatrics etc.)
Experience
Essential
- NHS experience as a Sonographer
- Extensive US knowledge/experience. Able to work independently.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of working in NHS (IG, Data Protection, Confidentiality etc.)
Skills
Essential
- Computer literate (CRIS, PACS, Windows etc.)
- Efficient and effective (can manage own list etc).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post graduate qualification in US (PgCert, PgDip, MSc)
- Professional registration (HCPC, NMC)
Desirable
- Additional US qualifications / Experience (MSK, neck, paediatrics etc.)
Experience
Essential
- NHS experience as a Sonographer
- Extensive US knowledge/experience. Able to work independently.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of working in NHS (IG, Data Protection, Confidentiality etc.)
Skills
Essential
- Computer literate (CRIS, PACS, Windows etc.)
- Efficient and effective (can manage own list etc).
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).
