About this role
Job summary
Job overview
With new and passionate Ultrasound Leads driving service development, we are seeking to recruit a dedicated and experienced Band 7 Sonographer with UK experience and HCPC/NMC or RCT registration to join our friendly and forward-looking team. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about their work, committed to achieving excellence and providing the best patient care. You will be part of a great team of diverse professionals that are equally passionate about delivering an excellent patient experience in line with our Trust Objectives. You must be available to work at either of our Trust sites - Hillingdon Hospital and Mount Vernon Hospital.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
Be responsible for scanning patients and producing independent reports of these scans in line with departmental guidelines;
Take an active role in teaching and practical training of student Sonographers, specialist registrars, and others in training;
Participate in the management of the ultrasound department and in the audit and clinical governance programs;
To communicate with patients, their relatives, and others about the purpose of the examinations and the scan results (in line with departmental guidelines).
To develop ones own skills and knowledge and contribute to the development of others, identifying any training needs to the Lead Sonographer;
To plan and prioritise ones own workload and that of the section to ensure the efficient flow of work, keeping waiting times to a minimum and maintaining a high standard of service delivery.
As a band 7 sonographer you will be providing a supportive learning environment for trainee sonographers. You will be expected to support participation and leadership of the centrally registered audit and continuous improvement programmes
About us
The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute Hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit and outpatient clinics.
The safety and well-being of our patients and of our staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this - particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress and going forward by working in partnership with local GPs, charities,community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are absolutely focused on ensuring that our hospitalsprovide high quality, safe and compassionate care, while drive forward the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.
We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.
Please note : Once a sufficient number of applications have been received the vacancy may be closed prior to the published closing down date.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.
*Please note* - This is a full-time position from Monday to Friday, with the possibility of weekend work as part of the contractual hours, depending on service needs across THH and MVH.
Person Specification
Shortlisting Criteria (as per Person Specification)
Essential
HCPC/RCT/NMC registration
BSc in Radiography/Midwifery
Experience scanning Abdominal, gynaecology, Obstetrics, Small parts, DVT, Carotid and vascular scans on both inpatient and outpatients
Participation in clinical audit
PG Cert/ Dip in Obstetrics, Gynaecology and/ or General Medical Ultrasound
1 year minimum NHS post qualification experience
Desirable
PG Cert or Dip in MSK/ Head and Neck/ Vascular Ultrasound
MSc Ultrasound
Short courses adding to CPD
Experience scanning diagnostic MSK, Baby Hips, Head and Neck or Paediatrics
What we offer:
HCAS + a recruitment & retention premium of £5K PA subject to terms and conditions and annual review.
Ongoing CPD support to enhance upskilling and professional development, further supported through our newly launched fortnightly audit afternoons away from scanning (with Pizza once a month!)
Excellent work/life balance through flexible working patterns (including site location) and optional weekend and evening work
Opportunities to supplement salary with ad hoc evening clinics and weekend work containing competitive Bank Pay rates
Well-structured and mixed lists to reduce RSI
Opportunities to extend your areas of expertise with additional training.
Growing opportunities for sonographers to attend study days, ultrasound academy, workshops and conferences
When you join us, youll be part of a forward-thinking team that leverages the latest in ultrasound technology and clinical practices. We pride ourselves on our collaborative, inclusive culture and our commitment to patient-centered care.
'Please do not email the Ultrasound Lead with applications. Please apply directly through the job link'.
Flexibility and innovation are a prerequisite for this post, with a high value placed on individual initiative and responsibility.
Requests from newly-qualified Sonographers will be considered. Interviews will be face-to-face. A practical assessment will be undertaken as part of the interview process.
Person Specification
Essential Essential
HCPC/NMC/RCT registration BSc in radiography/Midwifery Minimum of 3 years post qualification experience Experience scanning Abdominal, Obstetrics and gynaecology Awareness of all legislation relevant to the post. Excellent leadership skills with the ability to work and inspire a team. Able to create a team ethos and demonstrate motivational skills. E
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Pield Heath Rd
Uxbridge, London
UB8 3NN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)