Main area Radiology Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (37.5 Hours Per Week) Job ref 331-7980355-UHMB
Employer University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Furness General Hospital Town Barrow-in-Furness Salary per annum pro rata Closing 18/06/2026 23:59
Sonographer
NHS AfC: Band 7
''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
Job overview
We are seeking a highly motivated sonographer; consideration will be given to midwife sonographer, vascular scientist or trainee sonographer to work within our friendly ultrasound department. We are a forward thinking department, committed to training, encouraging and supporting personal development. We have 2 lead sonographers in place across the Trust to support the sonographers and help develop the ultrasound service.
We are a small, friendly department who are hoping to recruit a new member of staff to support our department. Relocation packages can be discussed.
Main duties of the job
You will be a flexible team player with excellent communication skills and able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will be required to organise your workload according to demand, scanning inpatients, outpatients and GP referrals. We expect a high quality of patient care to maintain our efficient and cost effective service.
The Ultrasound department operates 7 day working. You will be expected to participate in the weekend and bank holiday rota. The service supports flexible working arrangements the majority of our team contribute to extended days through flexible contracts.
Although based at the Furness General Hospital, you will be required to provide cover at all Trust Sites as the service requires.
Working for our organisation
We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Person specification
Education and qualifications
* Degree or equivalent in Radiography or other Science Based subject.
* CASE accredited Ultrasound PGD
* Evidence of CPD/PDP
* Involvement in research/audit
* HCPC Registered
* Masters level post graduate Ultrasound training.
Experience
* Experience across different ultrasound imaging techniques.
Flexibility
* Able to work at any of the cross bay sites with notice
Travel
* Able to travel independently to all cross bay sites
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements are supported and the majority of our team contribute to extended days through flexible contracts. The organisation promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace and provides a supportive environment for personal development and career progression.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to Equal Opportunities and aim to be Effortlessly Inclusive.
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