Trainee Sonographer

NHS National Services Scotland; Ayr; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire and Arran invites applications for the position of Trainee Sonographer at University Hospital Ayr, offering training in General Medical Ultrasound. Successful candidates will get a permanent contract upon qualification, joining a supportive team dedicated to health and care quality in Ayrshire. Applicants must hold a relevant professional qualification, be registered with HCPC, and be prepared to work flexibly.

Qualifications

• Profession qualification required and registration with HCPC.
• Experience in a clinical setting.
• Must be a car owner/driver.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report a range of ultrasound examinations.
• Work collaboratively within a caring and respectful team environment.
• Be available for flexible work hours.

Skills

Clinical experience

Flexibility

Education

Registered with HCPC or equivalent

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Sonographer based at University Hospital Ayr.

What you will do:

We have an exciting opportunity for two trainee Sonographers to join our team. We have an exciting training opportunity in General Medical Ultrasound, once qualified you will be offered a permanent contract at B7. You will join our small friendly team to perform and report a range of ultrasound examinations. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe and Respectful. The post holder is required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way. The General Ultrasound service extends over several sites: University Hospital Crosshouse, Ayrshire Central Hospital, University Hospital Ayr and East Ayrshire Community Hospital offering care closer to patient’s homes. Applications also welcome and will be considered from qualified sonographers.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

The applicant must hold a profession qualification and be registered with HCPC or professional equivalent and have relevant clinical experience. The applicant will be required to work flexible hours over a 7 day period (Monday to Sunday). The applicant would also be expected to take part in Public Holiday cover. A car/owner driver is essential as you will be expected to travel as required.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours:

Post 1: 37 hours per week

Post 2: 18.5 hours per week

Driving Licence/Car Ownership:

A car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact [e-mail]

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR OVERSEAS CANDIDATES

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form.

The Recruitment Team are unable to answer individual queries at application stage about this, please visit here for further information.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ALL CANDIDATES

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• Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk

We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.