Band 7 Sonographer

Somerset Partnership NHS Foundation trust; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dedicated ultrasound team at a prominent healthcare provider. This role involves performing various ultrasound examinations, producing diagnostic reports, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care. Ideal candidates will possess essential qualifications in medical ultrasound and demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. With a focus on career development and flexible working options, this position offers a supportive environment to enhance your professional journey while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include a Post Grad Certificate in Medical Ultrasound.
• Experience in NHS and supervisory roles is crucial for this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of ultrasound examinations independently.
• Produce diagnostic reports for patient management advice.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Patient Care Skills

Nuchal Translucency Scanning

Doppler Experience

Foetal Anomaly Scanning

Education

Post Grad Certificate or Diploma in Medical Ultrasound

Undergraduate Degree in Radiography, Nursing or Midwifery

CASE Accredited Qualification in Obstetric Ultrasound

CASE Accredited Qualification in General Medical Ultrasound

HCPC or NMC Registration

Job description

The closing date is 6th May 2025 Anticipated Interview date(s) 16th April 2025 Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as part of the ultrasound team undertaking a wide range of ultrasound examinations.

The post holder will be expected to work independently and produce diagnostic reports which will provide advice on future patient management to other clinicians, including obstetricians, gynaecologists, midwives, GPs etc.

Experience of Nuchal Translucency scanning would be an advantage, but training can be provided.

To provide general and specialised ultrasound services in the main hospital and at outlying hospitals and clinics thus providing highly skilled patient focused care.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

With colleagues at all levels in the department, including clerical, nursing, ancillary and clinical staff, consultants and SPRs.

With colleagues at all levels on other wards and in other departments.

With colleagues at all levels within outlying hospital where we provide an ultrasound service.

With patients, relatives and carers.

With external health professionals such as GPs, nurses, consultants, midwifes and ambulance staff.

Presentations, seminars and training sessions.

Scan results, appointment times, patient preparation and transport requests are communicated in the form of face to face, telephone, written or electronic transfer.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust , we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card , unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce , and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty , and breathtaking coastlines , with vibrant cities like Bristol , Bath , and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London .

The region is home to excellent educational facilities , and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

Please see the attached Job Description for this Band 7 Sonographer role at Yeovil District Hospital.

Person specification Qualifications Essential

Post Grad Certificate or Diploma in medical ultrasound

Under graduate degree in Radiography, Nursing or Midwifery

CASE accredited qualification in Obstetric ultrasound

CASE accredited qualification in General Medical ultrasound

HCPC or NMC registration

Desirable

Current developments in the NHS and their likely impact on imaging provision

Experience Essential

Evidence of supervisory and mentoring skills

NHS experience

Previous foetal anomaly, hips and abdominal scanning.

Nuchal scanning

Doppler experience and testicular scanning

Post qualification experience

Additional Criteria Essential

High degree of empathy, able to communicate unpleasant news sensitively and provide reassurance and counselling having attended an approved course

High level of communication and interpersonal skills

Good patient care skills

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.

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact:

Andrea Gane

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 7

Salary £46148.00 to £52809.00 Yearly Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-Time

Reference number

184-OL-PU-2377

Job locations

Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT