Trainee Sonographer

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Worthing; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS provider in Worthing is looking for candidates to undertake a postgraduate qualification in medical ultrasound. The role involves gaining competencies in ultrasound physics and various specializations over two years. Responsibilities include working across ultrasound departments, delivering high-quality services, and producing clinical reports. The position emphasizes patient care and may involve training others. Strong commitment to the Trust’s values and patient support services is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform ultrasound scans.
• Maintain patient care standards.
• Participate in training and research.

Responsibilities

• Work across the Trust's ultrasound departments.
• Perform independent ultrasound scans.
• Issue clinical reports to referring clinicians.
• Deliver high quality ultrasound service.

Skills

Ultrasound Physics

Obstetrics & Gynaecology Ultrasound

Abdominal Ultrasound

Vascular Ultrasound

Education

Postgraduate qualification in medical ultrasound

Job description

Postgraduate Qualification

To undertake a post graduate qualification in medical ultrasound over a 2-year period becoming a competent ultrasonographer.

• In the first year become competent in: Physics of Ultrasound, Obstetrics & Gynaecology Ultrasound.
• In the second year become competent in: Abdominal & Vascular Ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• To work in all areas of the Trusts Ultrasound Departments as required to attend a post graduate ultrasound course at an appropriately recognised university.
• Once qualified to work as an independent practitioner performing ultrasound scans to a high standard and issuing independent and accurate clinical reports to referring clinicians.
• Maintain the highest quality of patient care in accordance with Trust values.
• To participate in providing the day-to-day delivery of an effective high quality and efficient ultrasound service as provided to the Trust by the Radiology Department.
• To participate in the training of ultrasound to other staff and to support in governance, audit and research.

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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 deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex 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 deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. 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 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. 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 our wellbeing 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.

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