Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our friendly team as a Sonographer (within the NCA). We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Ultrasound Sonographer to join our team. You will be a Sonographer/ Radiographer/ Midwife with a CASE Accredited Ultrasound qualification at PgCert/ PGDip level or equivalent in Abdominal and/or Gynae and Obstetric scanning. Vascular Scientists will be considered.

NT experience and FMF / DQASS number is highly desirable. Experience working in an NHS hospital would be desirable together with UK qualifications in order to justify the banding for this role. Considerations will be given to non-UK qualified candidates as a band 5 or 6 preceptorship role depending on experience and abilities, working towards achieving band 7 status. Preceptorship at NCA is up to a period of 9 months.

You will be primarily based at Oldham or Salford however there will be an element of cross site working.

We are a highly skilled friendly team supported by the Clinical Lead team. This is a challenging but rewarding post with the potential for many opportunities to further develop and progress in Ultrasound. We actively promote and encourage staff to pursue their interest and take an active role in service improvement.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

The Ultrasound department has an established and highly successful trainee sonographer programme and there are opportunities to act as a student mentor. The department has strong educational links with the University of Salford.

Sonographers are appointed to a base site where they will spend the majority of their time, however you may be required to provide cover in accordance with service needs at any of the trust sites. All hospital sites are in close proximity to both the city of centre of Manchester and the countryside of Lancashire with good accessible transport links.

The service supports flexible working arrangements, and part time opportunities are also available and will be considered.

We have a wide range of state of the art equipment which is updated under a rolling replacement programme and we take part in regular audits to improve our standard of work.

Please contact us for an informal chat or to arrange a visit.

About us

The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

Person Specification

Patient focus and abilities

Essential

• Able to concentrate for long periods of time and cope with interruptions
• Demonstrates teamwork
• Ability to present information in a clear and logical manner

Desirable

• Flexibility in working hours
• Involvement in service improvement

Essential

Essential

• Specialist training and practical experience with a range of Ultrasound equipment
• Demonstration of capability for independent, self-motivated working.
• PG Diploma/Certificate in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent
• HCPC registration (or equivalent)

Desirable

• MSc in Ultrasound or equivalent
• SOR registration

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

NCA Hospitals NHS Trust

NCA headquarters, Mayo Building, Salford Royal hospital, Stott Lane

Oldham

OL1 2JH

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