Advanced Practitioner Sonographer

ClarusVu Inc.; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practitioner Sonographer to join a friendly and progressive team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a forward-thinking ultrasound department that has recently undergone significant transformation. With a focus on both clinical excellence and professional development, the position allows for growth in skills and experience in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this role is perfect for you. Enjoy a competitive benefits package and the chance to make a real difference in the community.

Benefits

Flexible working

27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Sick pay

NHS Pension Scheme

Free eye tests

Gym discount

Free bicycle loan scheme

Support with stress and bereavement

Qualifications

• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualification required.
• HCPC registration and relevant ultrasound qualifications are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report own ultrasound examinations independently.
• Assist the Consultant Radiographer in daily department operations.
• Provide training and supervision for staff and students.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to present information clearly

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work as part of a team

IT skills

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Ability to perform ultrasound examinations

Education

BSc in Diagnostic Radiography

Recognised Ultrasound qualification

DQASS Accreditation

HCPC Registration

Job description

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Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

About

New colleagues can look forward to a warm welcome here at Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust. For our agenda for change staff, we offer a competitive benefits package with regular pay awards, annual leave of 27 days increasing to 33 days after 10 years and access to a competitive Pension Scheme to which both you and the Trust contribute. Alongside this there are extensive training development opportunities with paid mandatory training, a protected training budget for staff and support for flexible working.

Key details

Location: Tameside Hospital, Ashton Under Lyne, OL6 9RW

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £46,148 - £52,809 Per Annum

Specialty: Sonography

Job Overview

We are looking for a dedicated Sonographer, with excellent clinical skills to join our friendly and progressive team. Whether you are a new sonographer looking for that first step into an acute environment or an experienced sonographer looking to broaden your skill set, Tameside Hospital has a wealth of opportunities to offer you.

Tameside Ultrasound department is a forward-thinking department which has undergone significant transformation in recent years. There has been investment in ultrasound equipment and in clinical and managerial support from the Radiologists and radiology management team.

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To act as an independent ultrasound practitioner performing and reporting own ultrasound examinations. To assist the Consultant Radiographer with the day-to-day running of the department. To provide training and supervision for relevant qualified staff groups and students deployed to the ultrasound department.

Working for our organisation

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working
• 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Sick pay
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Free eye tests and health checks
• Gym discount
• Free bicycle loan scheme
• Support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

Qualifications

• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR
• Hold a recognised Ultrasound qualification to a minimum level of Post Graduate /Certificate Diploma awarded by an Consortium for Accreditation of Sonographic Education (CASE) approved higher educational provider.
• DQASS Accreditation
• HCPC Registered
• Have an up to date professional development portfolio

Knowledge & Experience

• Have an up to date professional development portfolio
• Experience at writing reports
• Experience in counselling, breaking bad news
• General administrative duties within an ultrasound environment
• Demonstrate experience of multi-disciplinary team working and evidence of supporting service developments

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to present information in a clear and logical manner
• Excellent interpersonal, persuasive and motivational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to self-motivate and work on own initiative
• Demonstrates a positive approach to patient care
• Must be able to work under pressure and to short deadlines
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and that of others
• Flexible approach to working practice
• IT skills commensurate with the post
• Thorough knowledge of normal anatomy, physiology and pathology of upper abdomen and pelvic Examinations. Obstetric Ultrasound Safe use of technical ultrasound equipment
• Demonstrate an ability to perform ultrasound examinations at an advanced level of competency

Further details / informal visits contact

Name: Gerry Johnson

Job title: Consultant Sonographer/Ultrasound Lead

Email address: [email protected]

Telephone number: 01619226556