Band 7 Sonographer - QE
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
The closing date is 09 February 2025 Apply for this job Job summary
Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated Sonographer who is registered with HCPC, RCT or NMC? We are seeking qualified, enthusiastic, hardworking, motivated, and patient-focused Sonographers with NHS experience. Join our passionate, caring, and dedicated Ultrasound team at UHB NHS Foundation Trust (Queen Elizabeth, Birmingham Heartlands, Good Hope, and Solihull Hospitals). We provide a comprehensive Ultrasound service for a wide range of specialties and GP referrals across our UHB sites. You will work as an independent reporting practitioner, working autonomously but supported by fellow Sonographers, Consultant Radiologists, and the Ultrasound Leadership team. You should be a qualified Sonographer capable and willing to work to the highest standards, at a complex, tertiary hospital. You will be part of a team who support each other and take pride in delivering excellent patient care. Main duties of the job
Must be able to work independently and be competent to write a concise and accurate report. Must be prepared to provide practical and theoretical training in medical ultrasound and take responsibility for countersigning reports for Clinicians, Midwives, and Radiographers in training. Must be prepared to continue with professional development to ensure a high standard of ultrasound examinations. Must have relevant skills/knowledge/experience in the range of ultrasound techniques which are required. IT experience to use the necessary computerised reporting system and image recording system. Must be prepared to assist with the development of the service and protocols. To be thoroughly familiar with all aspects of the clinical skills required and the operation of all ultrasound scanners demonstrating expertise in clinical practice and highly specialist knowledge and to give specialised advice to Radiologists, Sonographers, Radiographers, and the multidisciplinary team on all aspects of ultrasound. To contribute to the development and implementation of ultrasound protocols, procedures, and techniques in conjunction with Radiologists and evidence-based advances in practice. About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can; Offering our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reaches their true potential, achieves their ambitions, and thrives in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected, and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted
27 January 2025 Pay scheme
Agenda for change Band
Band 7 Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract
Permanent Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working Reference number
304-1085361 Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer's website
https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm For questions about the job, contact:
Hiring Manager Ezinne Nwaomu ezinne.nwaomu@uhb.nhs.uk
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University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
The closing date is 09 February 2025 Apply for this job Job summary
Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated Sonographer who is registered with HCPC, RCT or NMC? We are seeking qualified, enthusiastic, hardworking, motivated, and patient-focused Sonographers with NHS experience. Join our passionate, caring, and dedicated Ultrasound team at UHB NHS Foundation Trust (Queen Elizabeth, Birmingham Heartlands, Good Hope, and Solihull Hospitals). We provide a comprehensive Ultrasound service for a wide range of specialties and GP referrals across our UHB sites. You will work as an independent reporting practitioner, working autonomously but supported by fellow Sonographers, Consultant Radiologists, and the Ultrasound Leadership team. You should be a qualified Sonographer capable and willing to work to the highest standards, at a complex, tertiary hospital. You will be part of a team who support each other and take pride in delivering excellent patient care. Main duties of the job
Must be able to work independently and be competent to write a concise and accurate report. Must be prepared to provide practical and theoretical training in medical ultrasound and take responsibility for countersigning reports for Clinicians, Midwives, and Radiographers in training. Must be prepared to continue with professional development to ensure a high standard of ultrasound examinations. Must have relevant skills/knowledge/experience in the range of ultrasound techniques which are required. IT experience to use the necessary computerised reporting system and image recording system. Must be prepared to assist with the development of the service and protocols. To be thoroughly familiar with all aspects of the clinical skills required and the operation of all ultrasound scanners demonstrating expertise in clinical practice and highly specialist knowledge and to give specialised advice to Radiologists, Sonographers, Radiographers, and the multidisciplinary team on all aspects of ultrasound. To contribute to the development and implementation of ultrasound protocols, procedures, and techniques in conjunction with Radiologists and evidence-based advances in practice. About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can; Offering our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reaches their true potential, achieves their ambitions, and thrives in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected, and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted
27 January 2025 Pay scheme
Agenda for change Band
Band 7 Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract
Permanent Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working Reference number
304-1085361 Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer's website
https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm For questions about the job, contact:
Hiring Manager Ezinne Nwaomu ezinne.nwaomu@uhb.nhs.uk
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