Sonographer - CDC

NHS; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for Sonographers to join a supportive team at the newly opened Newmarket Community Diagnostic Centre. This role offers a chance to work with state-of-the-art technology in a welcoming environment. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated and committed to providing excellent patient care while producing high-quality ultrasound images. With flexible working arrangements and opportunities for growth, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a busy NHS Trust dedicated to clinical excellence and community service.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and diligent with excellent patient care skills.
• Experience in producing high-quality ultrasound images.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality ultrasound images and diagnostic reports.
• Train and supervise staff, ensuring high standards in the ultrasound team.
• Engage in governance and QA programmes.

Skills

Ultrasound Imaging

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Training and Supervision

Education

Degree in Diagnostic Imaging

Relevant Certification

Job description

Job summary

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for Sonographers to join our friendly, passionate, and supportive team.

We are expanding our team to support the newly opened Newmarket Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at Newmarket Community Hospital. This is a great opportunity to work in a new centre equipped with state-of-the-art technology in a bright, spacious, and welcoming environment.

The successful candidate(s) will be based at Newmarket CDC, with opportunities to rotate to West Suffolk Hospital and other community sites. The Ultrasound Department offers flexible working arrangements; both full-time and part-time hours will be considered. We are working towards 8-8, 7-day working at the CDC and the wider ultrasound department.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, diligent, and committed to providing excellent patient care. You will be responsible for obtaining high-quality ultrasound images and diagnostic reports within hospital and community settings.

This is an exciting time to join the West Suffolk Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, participating in planning our new hospital (Future System Programme). We also collaborate with other hospitals within our ICS and regional Trusts on Imaging Networks.

Main duties of the job

1. Producing high-quality ultrasound images and diagnostic reports autonomously.
2. Maintaining high standards within the ultrasound team.
3. Training and supervising staff, including supporting new staff during induction.
4. Teaching and promoting awareness of policies and protocols.
5. Participating in and supporting the governance programme, including ultrasound audits.
6. Engaging in the ultrasound QA programme.
7. Managing departmental administration and organization with senior staff.
8. Caring for patients throughout their ultrasound appointments, respecting dignity and addressing physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs.
9. Ensuring all mandatory training is current.
10. Performing tasks delegated by the Service Manager.

About us

#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community.

We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care to over a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. Our services include hospital, home, and community-based care.

The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds offers acute and secondary care services, with over 500 beds and a partnership with the University of Cambridge for teaching.

Our community services, in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include nursing, therapy, and rehabilitation services, some delivered at Newmarket Community Hospital.

We are committed to clinical excellence, guided by values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety, and teamwork.

With nearly 5,000 staff from diverse backgrounds, we aim to be a great place to work. We support your growth and development and promote a diverse, inclusive community where everyone's voice matters. Join us and #BeKnown for who you are.