Specialist Sonographer General Ultrasound

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS discounts

35 days holidays pro rata

Generous pension scheme

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialist Sonographer to deliver general ultrasound services within a multidisciplinary team. The role covers a varied ultrasound caseload, with independent reporting and patient-centred care.

It includes a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover and collaboration with clinicians to support timely diagnosis and patient management. The post offers opportunities for education, service improvement and professional development within a

Qualifications

• Essential criteria include registration with HCPC/RCT/NMC and a postgraduate qualification in medical ultrasound.
• Postgraduate ultrasound qualification and post-qualification experience in ultrasound are required.
• Proven teaching, mentoring and CPD activity is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a varied General Ultrasound caseload and produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Independently interpret exams, reports and referrals for further assessment.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centred care and communicate effectively with patients and carers.
• Contribute to service development through education, quality assurance and audits.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

CPD commitment

Patient-centred care

Education

Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasound

HCPC/RCT/NMC Registration

Degree or equivalent

Post-qualification ultrasound experience

Preceptorship and capability framework

Governance knowledge (H&S/COSHH/Manual Handling)

Teaching/mentoring experience

Leadership or management qualification/experience

Continued professional development (CPD)

Job description

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Specialist Sonographer General Ultrasound

Contract Type: 1x Permanent 1x Fixed Term

Purpose for Fixed Term: Covering Maternity Leave

This 12-month fixed-term maternity cover post offers the opportunity to work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, using your clinical expertise to deliver accurate examinations and reports that support timely diagnosis and patient management.

You will contribute to the delivery and continuous improvement of a safe, effective and patient-centred service, supporting education and training, quality assurance and the development of ultrasound practice.

You will report to the Lead Superintendent and work closely with sonographers, clinicians and the wider multidisciplinary team to support service objectives and positive outcomes for patients.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service.

• UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts
• are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata)
• we offer a generous pension scheme

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

• Undertaking a varied General Ultrasound caseload, adapting examination techniques to individual patient needs to produce high-quality diagnostic images and support accurate diagnosis.
• Independently interpreting ultrasound examinations, producing clear reports and making appropriate recommendations or referrals for further assessment.
• Providing compassionate, patient-centred care, communicating effectively with patients and carers and sensitively managing complex or sensitive information.
• Contributing to the effective delivery and development of the service through education and training, quality assurance, audit, service improvement and multidisciplinary team working.

What Experience/skills Are Needed

• A professionally registered Sonographer holding a CASE-accredited qualification or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience in General Ultrasound, with the clinical knowledge and practical skills required to undertake a varied diagnostic ultrasound caseload.
• Ability to interpret ultrasound images and produce accurate, timely and clinically appropriate reports using sound professional judgement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to continuing professional development, quality improvement and supporting the education of colleagues and students.
• This is a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover post, and the successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to support the safe and effective delivery of the ultrasound service.
• For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

Person specification

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasound
• Appropriate Professional Registration e.g. HCPC, RCT or NMC Registration
• Appropriate relevant Degree or equivalent
• Appropriate post qualification experience in an ultrasound department
• Relevant clinical courses
• Completed the preceptorship and capability framework for sonographers’
• Quality assurance supervision and practice
• Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance including H&S, COSHH, Manual Handling
• Experience of teaching, mentoring and supporting colleagues training and development
• Leadership or management course or qualification or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of presenting or publishing local audit, research, or case studies.
• Trained and experienced in more than one area of ultrasound
• Experience of audit and research

Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential criteria

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together