Trainee Sonographer
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Job summary
Are you interested in training in Obstetrics, Gynaecology and General Medical Ultrasound to become a valued member of the sonography team?
Do you have a desire to provide an efficient and high quality service to patients and users of ultrasound and want to join a friendly team and an expanding Foundation Trust? We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join the Ultrasound team in this challenging and rewarding role.
If you are hardworking, motivated and would like to gain professional qualifications whilst you are working, this could be the opportunity for you.
In order to deliver a continuous, high quality ultrasound service, the Ultrasound department is looking for an applicant with NMC/HCPC registration to train to become an independently reporting Sonographer.
This excellent development opportunity is for Radiographers who wish to train in Ultrasound and have the necessary pre-requisites to successfully complete a PgD level qualification.
Preference will be given to candidates with a proven clinical and academic record who are able to meet the course needs and challenging timescale, with a long term commitment to the department.
Please note the salary is £29,832 for year 1 and £31,963 for year 2. (Annex 21: Year 1 - 70% top of B6, year 2 = 75% top of B6). Training is 18 to 24 months. Upon confirmation of successful completion of this qualification and 6 months preceptorship you will move to the Band 7 role of Sonography Advanced Practitioner.
Main duties of the job
The MSc in Medical Ultrasound course will take place at City University.
The course is organised in block release, in conjunction with compulsory clinical placements so that you can take the course while still working in a student role.
In accordance with accepted good practice, the course integrates theory with practice, meaning that you will perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations as you learn. The course is CASE accredited.
You will be required to reach at least a Post Graduate Diploma level of academic training.
This post is advertised as a trainee position under Annex U. Whilst studying you will be paid within the Band 6 salary range and upon confirmation of successful completion of this qualification and 6 months preceptorship you will move to the Band 7 role of Sonography Advanced Practitioner.
The Trust is committed to providing opportunities for CPD with monthly clinical meetings and opportunities to attend study days.
About us
One of the largest Trust's in East Anglia, East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) provide hospital and community health services to people living across a wide geographical area. We deliver care from two main hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, six community hospitals and in patients' own homes. You will be joining a team of over 11,000 amazing colleagues providing care to 800,000 residents.
Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a range of services including mental health support. We offer a range of flexible working opportunities.
Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which do not work or cause time delays for our staff and patients.
To support our employees to achieve their career aspirations you may be eligible to obtain a qualification via an apprenticeship. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a skills review to facilitate this. For full details please see the attached Apprenticeship Handbook
If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge then we are keen to hear from you.
Find out about living and working with us - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkPu7HphU8A
Details
Date posted
08 June 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£35,392 to £42,618 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
432-HR501-23
Job locations
Colchester Hospital
Turner Road
Colchester
CO4 5JL
Employer details
Employer name
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Colchester Hospital
Turner Road
Colchester
CO4 5JL
Employer's website
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