Sonographer

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Sussex is seeking a Band 7 Sonographer specializing in Urology. The role involves providing professional ultrasound services and performing Lithotripsy. Join a dedicated team committed to patient care and professional development.

Benefits

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in urology or cancer settings is ideal.
• Ability to communicate highly sensitive complex information.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report independently on a wide range of ultrasound examinations.
• Liaise effectively with multi-disciplinary teams to provide high standards of care.

Skills

Communication

Motivation

Teamwork

Education

Graduate in radiography DCR(R)

Master's level qualification in Ultrasound

Tools

Radiology management system

Job description

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Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site The Princess Royal Hospital Town Haywards Heath Salary £46,148 - £52,809 Pro Rata Per Annum plus 10% retention incentive Salary period Yearly Closing 21/05/2025 23:59

About our Trust

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts , we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

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 ourWellbeing 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.

Job overview

Band 7 Sonographer - Urology

Princess Royal Hospital (PRH), Haywards Heath.

Urology

University Hospital Sussex NHS Trust

About the Trust:

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

Main duties of the job

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.

Working for our organisation

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 ourWellbeing 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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Perform and report independently on a wide range of ultrasound examinations.

Perform Lithotripsy (ESWL) with training provided as necessary.

Liaise effectively with multi-disciplinary teams to provide high standards of care.

Qualifications and Skills:

Enthusiastic with excellent communication skills.

Highly motivated and dedicated to personal development.

Experience in urology or cancer settings is ideal.

Team:

Work collaboratively with committed and supportive Consultants, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and other medical and nursing colleagues to ensure excellent patient experience and clinical outcomes.

Part of a committed and supportive team including Consultants, Nurse Specialists, FDNs, Patient Navigators, and junior members.

A state-of-the-art Urology Investigation and Treatment Centre (UITC) that consolidates all outpatient treatments into a single, specialised unit.

Collaborative working environment aimed at ensuring excellent patient experience and clinical outcomes.

Salary and Benefits :

Competitive salary based on NHS Band 7 pay scale with 10% retention incentive.

Comprehensive benefits package including pension, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Reporting Structure :

Reports to the Urology department leadership.

May have supervisory responsibilities over junior nursing staff.

Person specification

Experience / Qualification

• Graduate in radiography DCR(R) or other accepted qualification e.g. Midwife. Master's level qualification in Ultrasound. (Certificate, Diploma, MSc in clinical ultrasound. DMU).

Registration

• HCPC or other professional body

Communication

• Ability to communicate highly sensitive complex information to patients, requiring empathy and reassurance.

Planning / organisational

• Ability to prioritise and organize unpredictable workload effectively. Ability to interact successfully with fellow health care professionals and to organise and supervise assisting staff.

Skills

• Ability to use the Radiology management system effectively and create reports for clinicians.

Skills and ED&I

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants:

Please note, the use of AI generated applications will be closely monitored. It is at the managers discretion to reject your application if they feel the majority has been created through the use of AI tools.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

Further Information

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Sally Goodman Job title Lead Nurse, Urology Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01444 441881 Additional information

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