Sonographer

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust seeks a Sonographer for their dynamic Radiology Department in London. This role offers excellent opportunities, including varied rotations, training in ultrasound, and support for continuous professional development. The ideal candidate will hold a postgraduate diploma in Medical Ultrasound and be dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare.

Benefits

Funding for training courses

Flexible working options

Dedicated CPD sessions

Monthly professional meetings

Voluntary evening and weekend work

Qualifications

• Must hold a postgraduate diploma in Medical Ultrasound.
• Professional registration required.
• Experience in performing a wide range of ultrasound examinations.

Responsibilities

• Providing an ultrasound service to inpatients and outpatients.
• Producing written reports for the referrer.
• Supervising and supporting students and junior staff.

Skills

Ultrasound examinations

Supervision

Teaching

Education

Postgraduate diploma in Medical Ultrasound

Postgraduate certificate in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound

Job description

Would you like to work in a vibrant and dynamic department with state-of-the-art ultrasound equipment? Then this could be the opportunity for you!

We currently have vacancies for a Sonographer to join our friendly and approachable ultrasound team within the Radiology Department at Homerton Healthcare. We are a dedicated department committed to providing high-quality services in a cosmopolitan location. The sonographers even provide support to a large neonatal unit, performing cranial and cardiac ultrasound scans. You, too, could have the chance to further your career and be part of our wonderful team.

In return, what can we offer you?

• The opportunity to have a varied rotation and perform a wide range of ultrasound examinations
• The potential to train in other areas of ultrasound and extend your skill base
• Dedicated CPD sessions
• Funding and support for training courses
• Monthly professional meetings
• An attractive arrangement for evening and weekend work, currently offered on a voluntary basis to suit your lifestyle
• Flexible working options would be considered

You must hold a postgraduate diploma in Medical Ultrasound; however, we would also consider a postgraduate certificate in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound. If you are almost qualified, please feel free to apply. You would need to have professional registration.

Responsibilities of the post holder include:

• Providing an ultrasound service to inpatients and outpatients and producing written reports for the referrer
• Supervising and supporting students and junior staff
• Working closely with the Clinical Ultrasound Manager and Consultant Radiologists as an integral part of the radiology department

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high-performing and flourishing organization serving Hackney, East London, The City, and beyond.

We are proud that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services, along with specialist services for a wider patient group. We also manage services at St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, reflected in our policies, procedures, and People Plan. All staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We support staff development and offer a range of benefits. Homerton has been recognized as one of the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Aisha Qureshi
Job title: Clinical Ultrasound Manager
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]