Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated health care professional to join our team of Sonographers to work towards a PgD in Ultrasound.
The Ultrasound department operates a 7 day service from the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and satellite sites. Applicants must be highly motivated with a high level of professionalism, excellent communication skills, ability to work within a team and independently. You will have at least two years postgraduate experience in your profession and be willing to work within the shift rota to cover the 7 day service at all ultrasound locations. You will need to be enthusiastic with a desire to learn and develop both professionally and personally to benefit our patients, our service and our team.
For the academic component of your training, you will be required to register for the Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound provided by Teesside University commencing September 2023.
Prior to the interview selected applicants may be invited to attend the department for a practical assessment which would formulate part of the interview process.
Main duties of the job
Our ultrasound department carries out advanced practice and a wide range of specialities including; obstetrics, gynaecology, general ultrasound, head and neck including FNA's, core biopsies, drainages, paediatrics, MSK and contrast. We deliver services across the hospital and outlying sites and as such you will get the opportunity to build and develop your skills in ultrasound over the course of your training.
You will be required to complete all training and assessments required to work as a sonographer within the ultrasound team. Responsible for producing high quality ultrasound images within the radiology service both at QEH and satellite diagnostic sites; delivering a first class service meeting the needs of referrers and patients.
You will be required to perform and independently report on a comprehensive range of ultrasound protocols in accordance with departmental protocols while maintaining the highest quality of patient care and imaging.
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
As a group we employ around 4,200 staff and currently provide 600 hospital beds across Gateshead. Our primary focus is on providing excellent general health services to our local community complemented by key specialist areas including Gynaecology, maternity, palliative care and old age psychiatry.
Alongside a full range of local hospital services, we provide breast screening services for Gateshead, South Tyneside, Sunderland and parts of Durham - and we are the North Eastern hub for the National Bowel Cancer and AAA Screening Programmes, covering a population of around seven million people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work as part of the ultrasound team performing a comprehensive range of ultrasound examinations without supervision.
- To independently interpret ultrasound images, produce comprehensive clinical reports and communicate information regarding diagnosis directly to referrers and patients in accordance with departmental protocols.
- To support the Ultrasound Services to deliver a first class ultrasound service.
- Contribute to Service Development, Quality Improvements and take an active role in Safecare (Clinical Governance) activities. Support Lead Radiographer in improving quality of service whilst working towards the Imaging Services Accreditation Scheme.
- To contribute towards the efficient deployment of resources enabling patients to receive safe, accurate and timely examinations.
- To prioritise patients and organise workload from a variety of referral pathways to meet the needs of the service.
- To contribute towards finding solutions that will meet the changing demands on the ultrasound service.
- To be competent in the safe use of complex ultrasound equipment.
- To maintain a high standard of patient care and professional conduct.
- To be responsible for the implementation of Trust and Radiology policies and procedures within the ultrasound department.
- To provide services in a manner that supports the Trusts Equality and Diversity ethos.
- To have a flexible approach to work to support trust objectives and departmental plans.
- To contribute towards finding solutions to meet the rapidly changing demands on the ultrasound service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work as part of the ultrasound team performing a comprehensive range of ultrasound examinations without supervision.
- To independently interpret ultrasound images, produce comprehensive clinical reports and communicate information regarding diagnosis directly to referrers and patients in accordance with departmental protocols.
- To support the Ultrasound Services to deliver a first class ultrasound service.
- Contribute to Service Development, Quality Improvements and take an active role in Safecare (Clinical Governance) activities. Support Lead Radiographer in improving quality of service whilst working towards the Imaging Services Accreditation Scheme.
- To contribute towards the efficient deployment of resources enabling patients to receive safe, accurate and timely examinations.
- To prioritise patients and organise workload from a variety of referral pathways to meet the needs of the service.
- To contribute towards finding solutions that will meet the changing demands on the ultrasound service.
- To be competent in the safe use of complex ultrasound equipment.
- To maintain a high standard of patient care and professional conduct.
- To be responsible for the implementation of Trust and Radiology policies and procedures within the ultrasound department.
- To provide services in a manner that supports the Trusts Equality and Diversity ethos.
- To have a flexible approach to work to support trust objectives and departmental plans.
- To contribute towards finding solutions to meet the rapidly changing demands on the ultrasound service.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Health related undergraduate degree
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Current NMC or HCPC registration
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage workload according to clinical needs
- work effectively within a team
- work flexibly within work rosters that meet a 7 day service
Experience
Essential
- 24 months post graduate experience
- significant experience working in a hospital
Desirable
- Experience of working within a Radiology department
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Health related undergraduate degree
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Current NMC or HCPC registration
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage workload according to clinical needs
- work effectively within a team
- work flexibly within work rosters that meet a 7 day service
Experience
Essential
- 24 months post graduate experience
- significant experience working in a hospital
Desirable
- Experience of working within a Radiology department
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).
