Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Reporting Sonographer to join our very friendly and dedicated multidisciplinary team at UHBW.
Our busy and dynamic departments are responsible for the delivery of a wide case mix including Obstetric, General Abdominal, Gynaecology, Small Parts, and Musculoskeletal examinations. Applications from sonographers with skills in any of the above areas are welcome.
Candidates must hold a CASE accredited PgCert / Dip / MSc or DMU qualification in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent.
Flexible working arrangements are available and open for discussion.
The post holder will work across UHBW sites working alongside a supportive and diverse team to deliver ultrasound services across a wide range of specialties to support patients within obstetric care, emergency/acute care, and referrals through secondary care.
Included within the trust's hospital sites are St Michaels' Hospital, Bristol Royal Infirmary, and Weston General Hospital.
Main duties of the job
* Perform a wide range of ultrasound examinations.
* Provide diagnostic reports of examinations according to the level of authorisation agreed.
* Participate in service provision across all of the Trust’s hospitals.
* Communicate and liaise with patients, clinicians and other healthcare professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Ideal candidate will
* Have extensive experience in the ultrasound areas mentioned above.
* Have previous NHS experience.
* Hold post‑graduate qualifications in Obstetric, Gynaecological Ultrasound and/or General Abdominal Ultrasound.
* Demonstrate a commitment to maintain the highest standards of imaging and service delivery.
Person specification
Qualifications and Training
* BSc (Hons) Radiography or equivalent
* Diploma in Medical Ultrasound or PG Certificate / Diploma in Diagnostic Ultrasound from a CASE approved University or equivalent
* Registration – HCPC or equivalent professional body
Knowledge and Experience
* Comprehensive and extensive knowledge and experience in ultrasound modality
* Achieve agreed level of competency in independent reporting
* Able to instruct and supervise others
* Previous NHS experience
Skills and Abilities
* Excellent organisational and time management, planning and prioritisation skills
* Excellent computer skills and ability to use complex expensive equipment
* Calm under pressure and able to sustain mental, physical and emotional effort
* Able to work as part of a team and also independently
Equal Opportunities
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under‑represented within the Trust. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce, recruiting and retaining a workforce that represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and is committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them.
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