Sonographer

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare trust as a Band 7 Sonographer in Urology, where your skills in ultrasound services and Lithotripsy will be crucial in delivering exceptional patient care. This role offers the opportunity to work in a newly established Urology Investigation and Treatment Centre, contributing to a compassionate and innovative environment. With a commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development, you will be part of a diverse team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in patients' lives. Embrace a fulfilling career where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Wellbeing Programme

Buddy system for new staff

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in providing professional ultrasound services.
• Ability to perform Lithotripsy for renal and ureteric stones.

Responsibilities

• Support the Urology team with ultrasound services.
• Perform Lithotripsy for patients with renal stones.

Skills

Ultrasound Services

Lithotripsy (ESWL)

Patient Care

Education

Degree in Diagnostic Radiography

Postgraduate Qualification in Ultrasound

Tools

Ultrasound Equipment

Job description

Band 7 Sonographer - Urology

Princess Royal Hospital (PRH), Haywards Heath.

Urology

University Hospital Sussex NHS Trust

About The Trust

• Sites: 5 main sites, comprising 7 hospitals.
• Services: District General hospital services for Brighton and Hove, Mid Sussex, and western East Sussex; specialised and tertiary services for Sussex and Southeast England.
  
  

Hours

37.5 hours/week (part-time hours considered)

Location:

Princess Royal Hospital (PRH), Haywards Heath, part of University Hospital Sussex NHS Trust

The Urology department at PRH has expanded with the new Urology Investigation and Treatment Centre (UITC). The role involves supporting the Urology team by providing professional ultrasound services and performing Lithotripsy (ESWL) for renal and ureteric stones.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sally Goodman Job title: Lead Nurse, Urology Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01444 441881

Informal visits are encouraged.

Please contact Sally Goodman for more information about the role and to arrange an informal visit on 01444 441881 x 65457