Sonographer

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust; Forton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym / swimming pool

Childcare vouchers

Beach Hut access

Accommodation (where available)

On-site Nursery

Job summary

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Sonographer to join a welcoming team with a strong emphasis on innovation and personal development. The role offers part-time flexible working, teaching opportunities, and a bespoke induction and training package tailored to individual needs.

The department covers obstetric, gynaecological and general ultrasound within a busy environment, with support for CPD and internal courses, leadership programmes, and staff benefits

Qualifications

• Must have PgD/MSc in Medical Ultrasound or Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (Obstetrics, Gynaecology +/- general ultrasound).
• Hold a current state registration certificate (HCPC, NMC).
• Have portfolio evidence and ability to travel to community sites (Fareham, Gosport, Petersfield).
• Nuchal Translucency accredited (Fetal Medicine Foundation & DQASS).

Responsibilities

• To perform obstetric, gynaecological and general and acute abdominal ultrasound scans.
• To assess and report on own ultrasound examinations and maintain records.
• To supervise and teach trainee sonographers, SpRs, student radiographers and other health professionals.
• Ensure patient safety and experience with respect, dignity and courtesy in line with Trust values.
• To participate in research, audit and CPD.

Skills

Ultrasound expertise

Autonomous practice

Teaching/training

Education

PgD/MSc in Medical Ultrasound or Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (Obstetrics, Gynaecology +/- general ultrasound)

Tools

HCPC/NMC registration

Nuchal Translucency accreditation

Portfolio evidence

Job description

Are you an experienced Sonographer looking to work in a welcoming team who drive innovation and encourage personal development, who recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance? If so, we would love to hear from you! What can we offer you?

• A wide variety of experience in all aspects of ultrasound within a busy and friendly environment.
• Part time flexible working so that it can fit around you!
• A teaching department with a 3-tier structure and supporting mentorship from the team
• A bespoke induction and training, based on your needs and interests
• Encouragement to continue your professional development and opportunity for further training, education and courses. We will also support your professional development via internal courses including Trust Leadership and Management programmes
• Staff benefits which include childcare vouchers, on-site gym / swimming pool, cycle to work scheme, access to our free Beach Hut, accommodation (dependent on availability) and many more!, What can we offer you?
• A wide variety of experience in all aspects of ultrasound within a busy and friendly environment.
• Part time flexible working so that it can fit around you!
• A teaching department with a 3-tier structure and supporting mentorship from the team
• A bespoke induction and training, based on your needs and interests
• Encouragement to continue your professional development and opportunity for further training, education and courses. We will also support your professional development via internal courses including Trust Leadership and Management programmes
• Staff benefits which include childcare vouchers, on‑site gym / swimming pool, cycle to work scheme, access to our free Beach Hut, accommodation (dependent on availability) and many more!

Job Purpose

• To perform obstetric, gynaecological and general and acute abdominal ultrasound scans upon a range of patient types, both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi-professional team, in a manner that meets professional and departmental standards and requirements.
• To assess and report on own ultrasound examinations and maintain appropriate records.
• To supervise and teach trainee sonographers, SpRs, student radiographers and other health professionals.
• Ensure patient safety is maintained and patient experience is positive by treating all patients, relatives and colleagues with respect, dignity and courtesy in accordance with Trust values.
• To participate in research, audit and CPD.

For a full list of roles and responsibilities, please see the enclosed job description. Job description, What can we offer you?

• A wide variety of experience in all aspects of ultrasound within a busy and friendly environment.
• Part time flexible working so that it can fit around you!
• A teaching department with a 3-tier structure and supporting mentorship from the team
• A bespoke induction and training, based on your needs and interests
• Encouragement to continue your professional development and opportunity for further training, education and courses. We will also support your professional development via internal courses including Trust Leadership and Management programmes
• Staff benefits which include childcare vouchers, on‑site gym / swimming pool, cycle to work scheme, access to our free Beach Hut, accommodation (dependent on availability) and many more!

Job Purpose

• To perform obstetric, gynaecological and general and acute abdominal ultrasound scans upon a range of patient types, both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi-professional team, in a manner that meets professional and departmental standards and requirements.
• To assess and report on own ultrasound examinations and maintain appropriate records.
• To supervise and teach trainee sonographers, SpRs, student radiographers and other health professionals.
• Ensure patient safety is maintained and patient experience is positive by treating all patients, relatives and colleagues with respect, dignity and courtesy in accordance with Trust values.
• To participate in research, audit and CPD.
  PgD/MSc in Medical Ultrasound or Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (Obstetrics, Gynaecology +/- general ultrasound) Hold a current state registration certificate (HCPC, NMC) Have portfolio evidence. Ability to travel to and work in our community sites located in Fareham, Gosport and Petersfield. Sonographer Experience in an NHS setting. Nuchal Translucency accredited (Fetal Medicine Foundation & DQASS)

Desirable

• MSK. Small parts (Testes/Thyroid etc.). Paediatrics.

Experience Essential

• Experience as a sonographer in an NHS Trust.

Desirable

• Post graduate radiography/midwifery experience
  Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff., The health and wellbeing of our staff is at the forefront of everything we do. We are proud to be able to offer our staff some fantastic benefits including our on‑site Nursery, access to our free Beach Hut for those long summer days, our on‑site Wellness Centre including a gym and a swimming pool, access to our fantastic staff networks including LGBTQ, Race Equality and DisAbility, and awards ceremonies to recognise your achievements. We believe we can offer support to all of our staff when they need it the most.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• PgD/MSc in Medical Ultrasound or Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (Obstetrics, Gynaecology +/- general ultrasound) Hold a current state registration certificate (HCPC, NMC) Have portfolio evidence. Ability to travel to and work in our community sites located in Fareham, Gosport and Petersfield. Sonographer Experience in an NHS setting. Nuchal Translucency accredited (Fetal Medicine Foundation & DQASS)