Reporting Ultrasonographer

Countess of Chester Hospital; Chester; Presencial; GBP 32 000 - 40 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a sonographer to join a dynamic ultrasound team. The role involves independent diagnostic imaging, clinical teaching, and support for students within a trusted NHS environment.

Applicants should hold a recognised ultrasound qualification and be eligible to work in the UK. Opportunities exist to develop MSK and obstetric skills within the Trust's broad services.

Qualificações

• Recognised ultrasound qualification (PgDip or Direct-Entry Masters)
• Eligible to work in the United Kingdom (HCPC/NMC registration required)
• Experience in MSK ultrasound would be advantageous

Responsabilidades

• Perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations following established protocols.
• Communicate scan findings clearly to clinicians and patients, in writing and verbally.
• Exercise sound judgement to interpret images and differentiate normal from abnormal findings.
• Justify Ultrasound requests and manage workload independently.
• Share knowledge by supervising and training multidisciplinary staff and students.

Conhecimentos

General ultrasound

Gynae US

MSK ultrasound

Obstetric scanning

Formação académica

PgDip in Ultrasound

Direct-Entry MSc Ultrasound

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Working Full time: 37.5 hours per week

Are you a passionate and skilled sonographer seeking a fresh challenge? We invite you to become a valued member of our dynamic and supportive ultrasound team, known for its warmth, dedication, and commitment to clinical excellence. Whether you are newly qualified or bring a wealth of experience, you will find a welcoming environment where your growth and development are genuinely prioritised.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive induction and mentorship tailored to your career stage, ensuring you feel confident from day one.
• Continuous professional development, with structured opportunities to advance your clinical and leadership skills. We currently have sonographers carrying out advance practice roles in MSK injection, Neck FNA's and CEUS.
• Active involvement in teaching and mentoring as a clinical placement site for the University of Cumbria's Direct Access MSc Ultrasound programme.
• A collaborative culture where your expertise and ideas are valued and encouraged.

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from both experienced practitioners and recent graduates. You must hold a recognised ultrasound qualification (PgDip, or Direct-Entry Masters) and be eligible to work in the United Kingdom (HCPC/NMC or equivalent registration required). The post holder will be supported in their work by a Radiology Support Worker; and the ideal candidate should be skilled in general, gynae, small parts ultrasound and obstetric scanning within FASP guidelines. Experience in MSK ultrasound would also be an advantage

Main Duties

• Independently carry out high quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations, following established protocols to deliver the best possible care for our patients.
• Clearly and compassionately communicate scan findings to clinicians, patients, and other stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
• Exercise critical thinking and sound judgement to accurately interpret images, confidently distinguishing between normal and abnormal findings.
• Be responsible for the justification of Ultrasound request, undertake and organise workload.
• Share your knowledge by supervising, educating, and training multidisciplinary staff and students in all aspects of ultrasound.

If you are ready to take the next step in your sonography career in a team that values your contribution and supports your ambitions, we would love to hear from you.

The Trust's services are provided from three locations:

• The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 473 general and acute beds.
• Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 60 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient facility.
• Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services which serve the local rural population.

The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust employs 5,964 staff (headcount) to provide care and treatment to a population of over 400,000 people living in Chester and West Cheshire which includes Ellesmere Port and Neston as well as the Deeside area of Flintshire.

The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care System. Due to its location on the border with North Wales, the Trust also works closely with the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.

The Trust treats patients from England and some parts of Wales. During 2024/2025, there were approximately 643,000 patient attendances (inpatient, A&E, outpatient and diagnostic) ranging from a simple outpatient appointment to major cancer surgery

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Orlaigh Dennis Job title: Head of Ultrasound Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01244 365839