Sonographer

NHS; Stockport; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Stockport is seeking a sonographer for a full-time, 12-month contract to support maternity leave. This role involves conducting ultrasound examinations across various medical specialties. Applicants must hold a CASE accredited qualification and be registered with HCPC/NMC. The position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and a salary range of £47,810 to £54,710 per annum.

Benefits

27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Salary sacrifice schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Salary finance options

Local financial advice

Qualifications

• Recognised CASE accredited ultrasound qualification required.
• Eligible to work in the UK with HCPC/NMC/equivalent registration.
• NHS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of ultrasound examinations.
• Work as part of a team and independently.
• Participate in lifelong learning and meetings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Problem-solving skills

Compassionate patient communication

Education

DCR or BSc (Hons) Radiography

PgD/PgC in Medical/Obstetric Ultrasound

State Registered with HCPC or equivalent

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly motivated sonographer to join our friendly, forward-thinking ultrasound team here at Stockport on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

We pride ourselves on being a supportive and friendly team, providing our patients with a high standard of care. Many types of ultrasound examinations are carried out by the team, including general medical necks and DVT assessment, obstetrics, gynaecology, paediatrics, neonatal hips, neonatal heads, and musculoskeletal. We also scan as part of an Early Pregnancy clinic. We currently have a mixture of Canon and Siemens machines over 2 main departments. All of this within close proximity to the beautiful Peak District.

Typical working day is 08:45 - 17:00 Monday - Friday.

Applicants must hold a recognised CASE accredited ultrasound qualification (PgCert, PgDip) and be eligible to work in the United Kingdom with HCPC/NMC/equivalent registration. Due to current training commitments, we are not able to consider applicants with qualifications which are not CASE-accredited and where further training would be required to conform to FASP guidelines.

Main duties of the job

Ideally, this will be a full-time 12-month fixed post of 37.5 hours a week covering Monday through to Friday.

We have an excellent track record for lifelong learning; dedicated quarterly update/clinical meetings, internal and external courses are actively encouraged, alongside attending local MDT meetings when able.

The successful applicant will be required to work as part of a team but also independently. Obs, gynae, and gen med is ideally preferred but not essential. Excellent communication skills, outstanding interpersonal skills, together with a caring and professional attitude, are essential.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trust's policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively, and sharing information appropriately.

About us

We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare, and we are one of its largest employers.

Our mission is to make a difference every day. Our values are that we care, we respect, and we listen.

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

• DCR or BSc (Hons) Radiography or other equivalent base professional qualification
• DMU or PgD/PgC in Medical/Obstetric Ultrasound
• State Registered with HCPC or other relevant professional body
• NT accreditation
• Evidence of involvement in Audit
• Evidence of previous study
• An interest in MSK

Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of pathologies relevant to Ultrasound
• Current trends in Ultrasound
• Ergonomic working to reduce injury
• Evidence of additional personal development

Experience

• Experience across a wide range of Ultrasound examinations
• Good organisational skills
• Proven ability to work as a team player
• Flexible approach in assisting with the delivery of the Radiology service
• NHS Experience
• Experience of DVT assessment
• Evidence of problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Managing other team members

Skills and ability

• Good interpersonal skills
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Team member
• Ability to work under pressure
• To be able to manage own workload, prioritise, and meet deadlines
• Empathetic and compassionate patient communication skills
• Enthusiasm and desire to develop and undertake new skills and techniques
• Teaching skills
• To be sensitive to the needs of others
• Commitment to the department and colleagues

Benefits

• Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics, and more, to make your salary go further
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning, and tips on managing debt
• Stockport Credit Union - for local financial advice

The salary for the role is £47,810 to £54,710 a year pro-rata per annum.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.