Job summary
This is an excellent opportunity to join our state of the art ultrasound department at this busy Trust . Carrying out over 100,000 Obstetric and Non Obstetric Ultrasound examinations a year, we are looking for a highly motivated and hardworking trained sonographer to join our friendly team. The ultrasound service is a dynamic and evolving department which offers a high quality service to patients and service users.
HCPC registration or equivalent, together with a Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent in Medical Ultrasound is essential, together with obstetric, gynaecological and general abdominal scanning. Experience in muskulo skeletal and vascular, small parts and paediatric ultrasound would be desirable
This role requires excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude, with the ability to work autonomously, within our supportive team.
Please note - a training post may be offered for applicants demonstrating the requisite level of interest, commitment and motivation . During the period of training , this will be remunerated at Band 6 until completion of all competencies.
As part of the interview process, applicants will be required to undertake evaluation of clinical competencies
Main duties of the job
- To work at an advanced level of practice providing a high quality ultrasound service with comprehensive independently written reports
- Communicate highly complex information regarding diagnosis/treatment directly with Clinicians and patients
- To independently prioritise patients and organise workload from a variety of referral pathways to meet the needs of the service
- Provide expert opinion/advice and contribute to the management of the Ultrasound Department
- To ensure the highest professional occupational standards are maintained at all times using a high level of specialist knowledge in line with local, regional and national guidelines where appropriate.
About us
Doncaster & Bassetlaw NHS FT is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 420,000 across South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire, and the surrounding areas. Our services are based over three main hospital sites employing over 6,000 colleagues.
It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, so whether you spend just one year or fifty with us, it's our pledge to help youDevelop,BelongandThrive,Here.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to support a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits including:o Extensive range of learning opportunities o NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement commencing at 27 days holiday per year plus bank holidays (pro rata).o Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge in ultrasound procedures
- Minimum 1 year post Radiographic qualification experience
Desirable
- Previous involvement in quality assurance
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR or BSc Diagnostic Radiography or BSc in a Biomedical Science
- Masters Level Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound
- Health Care Professions Council Registration or other relevant registration
- Documented evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Developed IT skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Organisational Skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Able to work under pressure
- Follow protocols but able to evaluate the need for consultation with senior colleagues
- Logical and methodical manner
- Able to accommodate the demands of the post as requires with flexible working and good attendanc
Desirable
- Analytical and judgemental skills
Interpersonal skills
Essential
- Caring attitude towards patients
- Communicate effectively with staff at all levels.
- Deal with all clients regardless of medical or social problems
- Tact and diplomacy
- Ability to deal with clients who have barriers to communication (language, deafness, learning difficulties
- Able to maintain client confidentiality
- Ability to deal sensitively & compassionately with patients, some of whom may have received bad news
- Ability to deal with first line complaints
Desirable
- Evidence of staff mentoring/ support
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
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Address
Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Thorne Road
Doncaster
DN2 5LT