Job summary
Newham University Hospital is a diverse and dynamic role within one of London's largest ultrasound departments. The post holder should demonstrate an ability to perform a range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations including obstetrics, gynaecology, musculoskeletal, abdominal, paediatrics, head and neck and vascular imaging. The position has a vital role in providing high level patient care and diagnostics, across a 7 day service with 12-hour operating days, which will directly impact patient treatment.
Our Sonographers undertake clinical work within established quality standards of practice, adhering to Ultrasound guidelines such as those published by BMUS, RCOG, RCR and NICE. The post-holder will work within departmental protocols as a practitioner in the delivery of all ultrasound imaging, reporting and management of the patient.
The postholder will also be responsible for contributing to ongoing research, teaching and audits. Collaborative working across multi-disciplinary teams and across the wider Imaging department will be fundamental. Professional development and development of additional technical diagnostic skills is highly promoted through our internal Barts Health Trust-wide education and preceptorship programme. Postholders will be encouraged to utilise their regular CPD sessions to promote further learning and development.
A short term local recruitment and retention premium of £5,000 RRP (pro-rata) applies to this post
Main duties of the job
The Band 7 Sonographer position at Newham University Hospital is a diverse and dynamic role within one of London's largest ultrasound departments. The post holder should demonstrate an ability to perform a range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations including obstetrics, gynaecology, musculoskeletal, abdominal, paediatrics, head and neck and vascular imaging. The position has a vital role in providing high level patient care and diagnostics, across a 7 day service with 12-hour operating days, which will directly impact patient treatment.
Our Sonographers undertake clinical work within established quality standards of practice, adhering to Ultrasound guidelines such as those published by BMUS, RCOG, RCR and NICE. The post-holder will work within departmental protocols as a practitioner in the delivery of all ultrasound imaging, reporting and management of the patient.
The postholder will also be responsible for contributing to ongoing research, teaching and audits. Collaborative working across multi-disciplinary teams and across the wider Imaging department will be fundamental. Professional development and development of additional technical diagnostic skills is highly promoted through our internal Barts Health Trust-wide education and preceptorship programme. Postholders will be encouraged to utilise their regular CPD sessions to promote further learning and development.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oPost Graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound
- oCurrent and up to date state registration through a regulatory body (HCPC; NMC or GMC) or RCT
Desirable
- oTo hold a BSc Hons degree or DCR in Diagnostic Radiography
- oMSc in Medical Ultrasound
- oDQASS Nuchal Translucency certification
Knowledge / Experience
Essential
- oAn up to date knowledge of current and emerging ultrasound techniques and relevant topics / professional issues.
- oAble to demonstrate the ability to carry out and report on a full range of ultrasound examinations in Obstetrics, Gynaecology, General Abdominal and Small Parts
- oEvidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- oTraining in vascular ultrasound
- oTraining in MSK ultrasound
- oExperience of post graduate teaching
- oAttendance of a clinical supervisor course
Skills
Essential
- oHigh level inter-personal and communications skills
- oAble to work collaboratively with other disciplines
- oAbility to deal with conflict and stressful situations
- oAbility to deal with patients in an empathic and considerate fashion
- oExperience of breaking bad news to patients
- oAbility to work under pressure
- oComputer literate
- oHigh level of work organisation, self-motivation, drive for performance and improvement plus flexibility in approach and attitude
- oAble to prioritise, organise and delegate
- oDecisive, use of sound judgement in decision making and delivering work in a timely and confident manner
Desirable
Other
Essential
- oSufficient ability to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations
- oBe of smart personal appearance
- oLead by example, promoting the highest standards of personal and professional conduct and integrity
- oCommitment to the continuous development of self and other staff
- oCommitment to developing culture of openness and partnership
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Barts Health NHS Trust
Address
Newham University Hospital
London
E13 8SL