Job summary
This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic Radiographer or other healthcare professional to join our team.
As you may be aware the NNUH Diagnostic Assessment Centre (DAC) is due to open in early 2025.
The new Norfolk & Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Community Diagnostic Centre is due to open in February 2025. As part of the workforce requirements the Radiology department will be supporting development of current staff through various training opportunities.
The CDC will have two ultrasound scan rooms in addition to our existing obstetric and general US service. To support the additional Sonographers required to support all areas of our service we need to grow our current Sonographer team by training new Sonographers (a B7 role fully trained). The medical ultrasound qualification is a Postgraduate Diploma and will involve full time clinical work (paid at B6 from training commencement) alongside online academic learning as part of a two year course.
The NNUH Ultrasound Department currently consists of five general ultrasound rooms and five obstetric ultrasound rooms and a Vascular Lab. In addition, we provide a general ultrasound service in Cromer and a smaller outreach clinic and support one-stop clinic provision within the Trust.
The Imaging Department at the NNUH has recently been re-accredited with the QSI and is undergoing a significant asset replacement programme.
Main duties of the job
Ultrasound/Radiology is committed to offering the best possible care to our patients and this requires dedication from all our staff and this role will be no exception. We will expect you to share our passion for achieving excellence in the care of our patients.
We are looking for 2 candidates to take on the role of Trainee Sonographer; the training required to be considered a fully qualified Sonographer will encompass all of the module requirements in General Ultrasound as well as Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound.
As a Trainee Sonographer you will work with our Sonographer Team to obtain practical and academic skills leading to a Post Graduate Diploma (PgD) or MSc in Medical Ultrasound.
This post will include both clinical training within the Ultrasound Department and academic training on the Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound course hosted by the University of Hertfordshire from September 2023.
The Postgraduate Diploma course while very rewarding is hard work and at times intensive, therefore candidates need to have good levels of self-motivation and be highly committed.
This is a busy role with varying learning demands, so building an effective rapport and effective communication with colleagues and patients, as well as being ready to learn and to take guidance will be really important.
Work undertaking different shift patterns at NNUH, and at other locations, as required in the provision of a 7 day ultrasound service.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following skills and experience will be required and are essential for the successful candidates:
Clinical
- To learn to undertake ultrasound examinations, improving the physical aspects of scanning with adaptation of scanning techniques as required for physical, anatomical and pathological variations. Developing in-depth knowledge of the technical aspects of machine optimisation, about safety and image clarity. With guidance be able to use analytical and judgemental skills to provide interpretation of the ultrasound images in order to provide independent clinical reports.
- To learn of the importance and details of other diagnostic tests and symptoms that may influence ultrasound findings and to ensure the most appropriate examination is performed through knowledge and communication with senior clinicians.
Professional Development:
- Develop and maintain the skills necessary to qualify as a sonographer.
- Hold a relevant degree or diploma, (i.e. BSc Radiography/ Midwifery. Etc). and to have held a clinical position for 12 months. Must be State Registered with the Health Professions Council (HCPC ) or relevant professional body.
- Work within the Code of Professional Conduct of the College of Radiographers and the Health Professions Council (HCPC)/relevant professional body, and work within limits of competence. Maintain professional registration.
Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a relevant University Degree or Diploma (i.e.: DCR/BSc Radiography/ Midwifery/health or science degree)
- Registration with Healthcare Professions council (HCPC) - radiographer or relevant professional body.
Experience
Essential
- A minimum 12 months post graduate experience in a relevant profession.
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to learn and progress to independently perform and report ultrasound examinations in a range of locations. Correctly interpreting findings and report these to the relevant professionals/patient
- Excellent communication skills with staff and patients including breaking bad news.
- Excellent team and personal organisational skills
- High self-awareness, understanding own strengths, emotions and limitations.
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Colney Lane
Norwich
NR4 7UY