Sonographer – Obstetric & General Ultrasound | Flexible Hours

The Methodist Church in Britain; Parkgate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment and retention premium

Preceptorship programme

Regular training opportunities

Career development support

Job summary

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Sonographer for the Ultrasound team. The role includes obstetric and general ultrasound across sub-specialties with opportunities for new preceptorships for newly qualified sonographers and students.

Service runs seven days a week across four sites, with flexible patterns to discuss at interview. Registration with HCPC or equivalent is required; a recognised ultrasound qualification is essential.

Qualifications

• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography, DCR equivalent or degree in a health-related subject.
• Postgraduate diploma or certificate in medical or obstetric ultrasound, or a standalone ultrasound qualification if direct entry.

Responsibilities

• Carry out ultrasound scanning in the obstetric and general ultrasound departments.
• Scan across sub-specialties including head and neck, MSK and paediatrics.
• Work across the four sites, including Arrowe Park, St Catherine's, Victoria Central and Clatterbridge Diagnostic Centre.
• Work on a rota across the seven-day service, with working days to be negotiated.
• Complete additional clinical training where required, to be negotiated at interview.

Skills

Autonomy

Education

BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent

Postgraduate ultrasound qualification or certificate

Job description

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Sonographer for the Ultrasound team. The role includes obstetric and general ultrasound across sub-specialties with opportunities for new preceptorships for newly qualified sonographers and students.

Service runs seven days a week across four sites, with flexible patterns to discuss at interview. Registration with HCPC or equivalent is required; a recognised ultrasound qualification is essential.