Sonographer

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Brighton is seeking a highly motivated sonographer to join their exemplary Sonography Service. This role involves performing obstetric and general ultrasound examinations, utilizing advanced GE and Canon equipment. Successful candidates should have competencies in both medical and obstetric sonography, and will have opportunities for training and interdisciplinary collaboration. We welcome both general medical and obstetric specialists to apply for this dynamic role in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in general medical and obstetric sonography is preferred.
• Ability to perform Nuchal scans and other ultrasound examinations.
• Knowledge of modern ultrasound equipment standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound examinations.
• Contribute to the training of junior sonographers.
• Provide interdisciplinary care in collaboration with nurses and midwives.

Skills

General medical sonography

Obstetric sonography

Ultrasound examinations

Tools

GE ultrasound equipment

Canon ultrasound equipment

Job description

Do you want to work for a Sonography Service that excels in its service delivery and benefits from impressive equipment standards? Then we would love for you to join our dynamic and supportive team of multi-disciplinary Sonographers here at SFT. We are currently looking to recruit a highly motivated and professional sonographer to join our team. You can be either a general medical or obstetric sonographer or both.

You will get the opportunity to perform all obstetric including Nuchal scans, general abdominal, gynaecological ultrasound examinations at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and peripheral sites, working in line with Band 7 expectations in all areas of practice.

Our purpose built Diagnostic Ultrasound department has a fleet of flag ship GE equipment, a successful, more than 10 years, rolling Sonographer training program, 7 day affable Radiologist support and dedicated Interventional Ultrasound facilities.

Our refurbished Antenatal clinic is based adjacent to the antenatal clinic, providing Antenatal care to approximately 3500 women a year and has state of the art Canon and GE equipment in a 4 bed unit, providing an interdisciplinary fusion of Radiographer, Nurse and Midwife Sonographer led services.