Sonographer

Nhs; East London; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 126 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in East London is seeking an experienced Sonographer to join their Radiology Department. The ideal candidate will hold a postgraduate diploma in Medical Ultrasound or a relevant certification and have experience in obstetric and gynaecology scanning. Responsibilities include providing ultrasound services, supervising staff, and participating in audits. Flexible working options and professional development opportunities are available.

Benefits

Funding and support for training courses

Flexible working options

Dedicated CPD sessions

Varied rotation in ultrasound examinations

Qualifications

• You must hold a postgraduate diploma in Medical Ultrasound.
• Professional registration is required.
• Experience in an NHS setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide an ultrasound service to inpatients and outpatients.
• Produce written reports to the referrer.
• Supervise and support students and junior staff.

Skills

Obstetric and gynaecology ultrasound scanning experience

Effective communication in difficult scenarios

Managing own workload

General ultrasound scanning abilities

Education

PgDiploma in Medical Ultrasound

PgCert in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound

Relevant HCPC or NMC registration

Job description

Go back Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Sonographer

The closing date is 02 November

Would you like to work in a vibrant and dynamic department with state-of-the-art ultrasound equipment?

Then this could be the opportunity for you!

We currently have a vacant post for a Sonographer to join our friendly and approachable Ultrasound team within the Radiology Department at Homerton Healthcare.

We are a dedicated department committed to providing high quality services in a cosmopolitan location.

The sonographers provide support to a large neonatal unit, performing cranial and cardiac ultrasound scans.

You, too, could have the chance to further your career and be part of our wonderful team.

You must hold a postgraduate diploma in Medical Ultrasound; however, we would also consider a postgraduate certificate in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound.

If you are almost qualified then please feel free to apply.

You would need to have professional registration.

In return, what can we offer you?

The opportunity to have a varied rotation and perform a wide range of ultrasound examinations

The potential to train in other areas of ultrasound and extend your skill base

Dedicated CPD sessions

Funding and support for training courses

Monthly professional meetings

An attractive arrangement for evening and weekend work, currently offered on a voluntary basis to suit your lifestyle

Flexible working options would be considered

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for providing an ultrasound service to inpatients and outpatients and produce a written report to the referrer.

Will supervise and support students and junior staff.

Be an integral part of the radiology department working closely with the Clinical Ultrasound Manager and Consultant Radiologists.

Be involved in monthly audits and meetings.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients.

In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff.

This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan.

All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

PgCert in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound

Relevant HCPC or NMC registration

PgDiploma in Medical Ultrasound

FMF / DQASS accreditation for NT scanning

Communication

To be able to manage own workload, prioritise and meet deadlines

To be able to use effective communication in difficult scenarios

General Ultrasound and speciality scanning abilities

Experience

Obstetric and gynaecology ultrasound scanning experience

Experience in an NHS setting

Teaching

Knowledge

Awareness of demands of ultrasound service

Knowledge of national obstetric and general ultrasound protocols

Knowledge / experience of audits

Trust Values

Demonstrating an understanding of the Trust Values

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order)

• and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Address

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

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