Job summary
Full-time cross-site Clinical Specialist Sonographer - Radiology Department
(Base-site either from Conquest Hospital or from Eastbourne District General Hospital)
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides a high quality and comprehensive range of Ultrasound services throughout the County of East Sussex from 3 locations (Conquest Hospital Hastings, Eastbourne District General Hospital and Bexhill Hospital). The department has recently benefitted from the installation of eight new state-of-the-art ultrasound systems.
** Previous applicants need not apply again**
Main duties of the job
ClinicalTo maintain the core and specialised clinical competencies associated with the speciality areas of work for this Clinical Specialist role.To operate as an autonomous Clinical Specialist, understanding the professional and personal responsibilities that this level of practice attracts.To be able to evidence maintaining these competencies at appraisal, at which point they will be reviewed.To be professionally responsible and accountable for all aspects of work including the management of patients.To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the patient and to support other staff in doing the same.To maintain own CPD by keeping abreast of new trends and to encourage team members to do likewise.To maintain excellent ultrasound imaging skills and provide supervision and guidance for staff in the department.To interpret imaging and functional data and make independent decisions regarding onward management of the patient.To comply with the QA, ISAS/UKAS programmes in place for the department.To be able to fault-find and identify/assess the need for corrective measures.To undertake training of radiographic staff and students and nursing staff and students.To participate in the training and supervision of junior and mid grade medical staff (particularly Specialist Registrars) with regard to imaging procedures and image interpretation.To discuss cases and advise senior medical staff concerning the imaging and image interpretation within the Clinical Speciality.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (hons) Diagnostic Radiography/DCR or equivalent in a health related specialty e.g. midwifery, nursing
- Postgraduate qualification in Ultrasound (PG Dip or DMU)
- HCPC or RCN Registration
Desirable
- Lower - Middle Management training/qualification
- Evidence of further training at Masters Level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of participation in all elements of Clinical Governance
- Staff and resource management experience
Desirable
- Minimum 2 years postgraduate experience in Ultrasound
- Evidence of advanced level CPD in specialist skill area
- Evidence of wide ranging experience within specialty
Skills/knowedge/experience
Essential
- Mentorship of junior staff and trainees
- Experiene in undertaking audit
- Ability to perform a comprehensive range of examinations including general abdominal, obstetric, gynaecology, paediatrics, vascular, small parts, head and neck, and breast Ultrasound
Desirable
- Academic teaching experience
- deputise for lead - clinical and managerial leadership
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates attention to detail and professional attitude towards completion of application form
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (hons) Diagnostic Radiography/DCR or equivalent in a health related specialty e.g. midwifery, nursing
- Postgraduate qualification in Ultrasound (PG Dip or DMU)
- HCPC or RCN Registration
Desirable
- Lower - Middle Management training/qualification
- Evidence of further training at Masters Level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of participation in all elements of Clinical Governance
- Staff and resource management experience
Desirable
- Minimum 2 years postgraduate experience in Ultrasound
- Evidence of advanced level CPD in specialist skill area
- Evidence of wide ranging experience within specialty
Skills/knowedge/experience
Essential
- Mentorship of junior staff and trainees
- Experiene in undertaking audit
- Ability to perform a comprehensive range of examinations including general abdominal, obstetric, gynaecology, paediatrics, vascular, small parts, head and neck, and breast Ultrasound
Desirable
- Academic teaching experience
- deputise for lead - clinical and managerial leadership
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates attention to detail and professional attitude towards completion of application form
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).
