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Job summary

This role is for a band 7 Annex U Trainee Sonographer rotating between the City campus, Treatment Centre, QMC campus. There are exciting plans in development to open a new Community Diagnostic Centre in the City Centre in 2025 which will be managed by NUH Radiology. There may be a requirement for staff to rotate to this location as part of this role.

The post is to commence 2nd September 2024.

A great opportunity to work alongside a highly experienced team and develop new skills in a busy department.

NUH provides both Obstetric and non-Obstetric services across all sites which includes GP (AQP), outpatients, DVT /vascular, and inpatient scanning, and a gynaecological scanning service

The Trainee post will focus on General Medical Ultrasound.

There are 3 Ultrasound Clinical Specialists who will support and guide you during your trainee period and beyond. You will also be allocated a mentor.

The Ultrasound Department is open between 8am-6pm Monday-Friday with potential additional lists at the weekend. The CDC will open 8am-8pm 7 days a week.

You will be accountable to the Ultrasound Modality Manager and the Speciality General Manager for Ultrasound, and as part of this role, you will work with a team of Sonographers', Radiologists and other specialties within NUH to ensure a high quality Ultrasound service to our customers.

Main duties of the job

To undertake Ultrasound training within General Medical Ultrasound.

To maintain a high standard of work and to strive for continual improvements in Ultrasound standards and patient care.

To obtain high quality diagnostic images.

Triage workflow and patients in the area within which they are working by collaborating with colleagues to maximize departmental efficiency.

To establish and maintain a good working relationship with other members of staff and disciplines.

About us

The Ultrasound team are well established, dedicated and professional. They are a diverse group of people with a broad range of skills and experience.

It is a highly paced and intense environment however you will be given the skills and knowledge to manage this effectively. There will be opportunities to advance both your practice and career prospects.

CPD is actively encouraged and supported.

There is Nursery facilities located on each NUH campus.

Nottingham is a friendly City with excellent leisure facilities, shops and beautiful countryside within easy reach.

In addition to the below summary you need to familiarize yourself with full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertaking training to be competent to perform ultrasound examinations, independently performing and independently providing a diagnostic report on a minimum of 95% of all examinations.

The post holder will be required to work at the sites below:

Community Diagnostic Centre

City Hospital Campus,

Queens Medical Centre Campus

Nottingham Treatment Centre

To perform high quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations and provide a concise detailed report of the findings in accordance with the departmental protocols and procedures.

To explain procedures to patients in a manner that facilitates their full understanding of the examination and to ensure that informed consent is obtained.

Effectively communicate the scan findings to the patient, having a caring attitude, display empathy and provide support when needed.

Effectively communicate scan findings to clinicians.

Maintain a good standard of self-discipline and follow NUH Values and Behaviours policy.

Assist the Ultrasound Modality manager in the management of the service as requested.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent professional body Demonstrates a commitment to their own professional development and has evidence of CPD

Experience

Essential

Experience of working within a team. Is open to suggestions, ideas and new working practices with a team approach.

Communication and relationship

Essential

Good communication skills and be able to liaise with ward staff, referring clinician and other medical staff Demonstrates ability to convey confidential information with sensitivity and discretion Ability to forge great working relationships with those around them.

Analytical and Judgement skill

Essential

To demonstrate an ability to recognize own limitations and when to seek a 2nd opinion Able to use judgment to make decisions in order to solve problems / enquiries Works in line with standard procedures. Works within prescribed deadlines

Planning and organisation skil

Essential

Able to concentrate in a very busy environment. Demonstrates enthusiasm and a conscientious approach to work

Physical skills

Essential

Lifting & handling of patients Moving of ultrasound machines around hospital

Other requirements specific to

Essential

Flexible approach to working (early starts, weekends, evenings, across campus) Commitment to support the Trust's Values

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