Extended Scope practitioner/ Trainee Consultant Sonographer Band 8A/8B - dependent upon experience/qualification 37.5 hours - Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a an experienced Sonographer to join our team whilst working towards becoming a Consultant Sonographer.

The successful candidate will already have an excellent knowledge base through their experience and qualification, or have started their journey to complete level 7 qualification.

There is an opportunity for flexible working, with options for evening and weekend work .

Main duties of the job

To act as an autonomous ultrasound practitioner performing and reporting a broad range ofultrasound examinations from multiple patient pathways, whilst working towards Consultant Sonographer status. To assist the Consultant Radiographer with the day to day running of the department. To provide training and supervision for relevant qualified staff groups and students deployed to the ultrasound department. They must have expert knowledge in non-obstetric ultrasound.

About us

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:

• Safety
• Care
• Respect
• Communication
• Learning

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.

Benefits include flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR
• Hold a recognised Ultrasound qualification to a minimum level of Post Graduate /Certificate Diploma awarded by an Consortium for Accreditation of Sonographic Education (CASE) approved higher educational provider.
• Evidence of higher level study at Masters Level, or working towards.
• Specialist training and relevant supporting qualification in specialised field of practice (Head and Neck or MSK)
• DQASS Accreditation
• HCPC Registered
• Have an up to date professional development portfolio
• Competent in undertaking US guided interventions, or able to undertake Masters level learning

Desirable

• Membership of Public Voluntary Sonographer Register SoR.
• Professional Membership

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Have an up to date professional development portfolio
• Extensive experience as an advanced practitioner
• Experience at writing reports
• Experience in counselling, breaking bad news
• Familiar with Radiology IT systems
• General administrative duties within an ultrasound environment
• Demonstrate experience of multi-disciplinary team working and evidence of supporting service developments

Desirable

• Experience in Audit and Quality
• Cranial Ultrasound in Neonates
• 3D Scanning in Gynaecology Imaging
• Demonstrate specialist experience in a specific field of medical ultrasound

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to present information in a clear and logical manner
• Excellent interpersonal, persuasive and motivational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to self-motivate and work on own initiative
• Demonstrates a positive approach to patient care
• Must be able to work under pressure and to short deadlines
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and that of others
• Flexible approach to working practice
• IT skills commensurate with the post
• To comprehend and work within the Trusts policies of data protection, equal opportunities, confidentiality and health and safety to meet the differing needs of patient NHS Constitution
• Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes
• Thorough knowledge of normal anatomy, physiology and pathology of upper abdomen and pelvic Examinations. Obstetric Ultrasound Safe use of technical ultrasound equipment
• Demonstrate an ability to perform ultrasound examinations at an advanced level of competency

Desirable

• Awareness of cultural diversity
• Disability awareness
• Team leadership and motivation skills

Employer details

Employer name

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tameside Hospital

Fountain Street

Ashton Under Lyne

OL6 9RW

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