Bank MSK Sonographer

Job summary

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a qualified Sonographer to join our friendly, passionate and supportive team at West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (WSFT) as a Bank MSK Sonographer.

The successful candidate will be expected to complete MSK ultrasound scans unsupervised, working cross a range of WSFT sites including Newmarket Diagnostic Centre (opening December 2024).

The successful candidate will need to be self-motivated, diligent and committed to providing an excellent service to our patients. You will be required to obtain high quality ultrasound images and diagnostic reports. We welcome applications from MSK Sonographers with and without qualifications in ultrasound guided injections.

Main duties of the job

Provide high-quality ultrasound imaging and diagnostic reports within the WSFT main hospital site and community settings. This may include MSK examinations.

Maintain high clinical and safety standards in ultrasound imaging.

Associated tasks include organisational roles, quality assurance and safety procedures. Management of own list.

About us

#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community

We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.

The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.

Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.

We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.

With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.

Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description attached for more detailed information on the main responsibilities for this role.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

oQualified Healthcare Professional, registered with a recognised governing body oRecognised post graduate qualification in medical or clinical ultrasound (or equivalent) oComprehensive, up to date CPD portfolio related to advances in US imaging and management activities

Desirable

oAdditional training/ qualification in a specific area of US scanning oProfessional registration with a recognised governing body oAble to complete diagnostic and therapeutic ultrasound guided injections.

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

oDemonstrable clinical and leadership experience oUnderstanding of the current challenges MSK US scanning oExperience working in a hospital environment that supports a wide range of complex clinical examinations oInterest and experience in MSK ultrasound procedures

Desirable

oKnowledge of the Quality Standard for Imaging (QSI) process

Skills and Abilities

Essential

oGood written and verbal communication skills oGood organisational and leadership skills oAble to implement evidence- based practice oAble to use a wide range of IT systems effectively oGood manual dexterity oAble to work calmly under pressure

Desirable

oAwareness of all current topics and developments within the field of Ultrasound

Personal Qualities

Essential

oActs as an effective role model, demonstrating WSFT Trust values at all times oHigh self-awareness, understanding own emotions, strengths and limitations

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