Job summary
- Main area
- Ultrasound
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 430-CC27100A-A
- Employer
- Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- W74135 CDC LC Imaging NOUS (Dept)
- Town
- Milton Keynes
- Salary
- £46,148 - £52,809 per annum (pro rata if Part Time)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 26/12/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Sonographer
Band 7
MKUH staff scored highest for ‘I look forward to coming to work’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours.Ìý At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible workingÌýopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
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Job overview
Advanced Practitioner in Ultrasound / SonographerÌýÌý
Department: Imaging
Band 7, Full Time & Part Time, £46,148 to £52,809 per annum (pro rata if Part Time)Ìý
Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
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The Imaging department at MKUH provides an essential service to the trust and includes ultrasound, CT, MRI, DEXA, mammography, as well as a general x-ray and interventional radiology service.Ìý
Due to the expansion of services, we are currently inviting applications from enthusiastic individuals for a full-time or part-time band 7 sonographer post to be based across all MKUH sites, to include the acute hospital site, 2 MKUH CDC locations of Whitehouse Park & Lloyds Court. The postholder must hold at least a UK postgraduate certificate in obstetric & gynaecological ultrasound &/or general ultrasound. The post holder will work autonomously, performing high quality imaging and issuing reports on all ultrasound examinations including obstetrics, gynaecology (including TA and TV), & abdominal as a minimum.Ìý
Please refer to the supporting information document attached for further details.
Interview date:Ìý January 2025 ( exact date to be confirmed )
Main duties of the job
They will be expected to support both the service and its staff in continuing to maintain & develop the highest standards of imaging. In return the successful applicant will be offered a high standard of support towards their career pathway.
- To participate in the provision of Ultrasound services to Milton Keynes NHS Trust.
- To perform a range of highly specialised Ultrasound examinations.
- To independently provide a diagnostic report of the ultrasound examination for the referrer.
- ToÌýuse our freedom to act as independent practitioners to refer patients and give highly specialised advice to appropriate clinicians as a result of scan findings.
- ToÌýsupervise the professional training of a range of students & clinicians & ensure the highest ultrasound standards are observed and communicated. To educate and facilitate training in the practical aspects of ultrasound scanning and safe use of ultrasound and equipment.
- To manage the ultrasound workflow and ensure all data inputs are recorded accurately for both patient record integrity and statistical evaluation purposes.
- To contribute effectively to the delivery of an efficient and responsive ultrasound service, demonstrate partnership in professional development issues maintaining a high level of professional, ethical and technical standard through personal CPD.
- ToÌýparticipate in the Governance of the department in areas including Risk Management, Health and Safety, Research and audit/quality assurance activities.Ìý
Working for our organisation
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You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours.Ìý At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible workingÌýopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
For further information and to arrange an informal visit, please contact Gemma Osborne, Superintendent Sonographer [email protected] or Kiley Dashwood, Superintendent Sonographer [email protected]
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To provide an efficient Ultrasound service as authorised by the Clinical Director of Imaging requested by Hospital Consultants and GP's
- To evaluate and prioritise, according to departmental protocol and clinical information on any ultrasound requests and clerical aspects that cannot be handled by the clerical staff.Ìý
- LiaiseÌýwith medical staff when ultrasound requests are equivocal.
- ToÌýanalyse the clinical information and select the most appropriate scanning technique for the individual examination.
- To assess the individual communication needs of the patient and ensure advocacy is arranged e.g. interpreter present if required.
Please refer to the job description for further details
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.ÌýÌý
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. ÌýYour personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. Ìý This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing Ìýemployment Ìýwith Ìýthe ÌýTrust, Ìýall Ìýemployees Ìý(except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are Ìýsubject Ìýto Ìýa probationary period lasting Ìýa Ìýperiod Ìýof Ìýsix Ìýmonths Ìýwith Ìýan Ìýoption Ìýto extend Ìýfor Ìýa Ìýfurther Ìýsix Ìýmonths Ìýto Ìýa total of Ìý12 months.
Person specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential criteria
- PgC / PgD in medical ultrasound or equivalent
- Registration with national body
- Training beyond qualification
- Attended recent courses and conferences
- Dedication to Continuous Professional Development (CPD), and practical knowledge of ultrasound safety, QA, legislation, and health and safety requirements. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, and working knowledge of PACS/RIS systems
Experience
Essential criteria
- Relevant experience in an ultrasound specialty in the NHS
- Recognition of the role played by other specialties in patient healthcare
- Experience in digital systems, PACS & RIS
- Experience in audit and quality assurance programmes
Skills
Essential criteria
- Computer literacy
- Using initiative and prioritisation,able to time manage, thinking and planning tactically and creatively to prioritise appropriate workloads in the face of competing demands
- Good communicator, demonstrates ability to empathise with staff and patients when appropriate
- Ability to train and develop others
Personal and people development
Essential criteria
- High level of work organisation, self-motivation, drive for performance and improvement and flexibility in approach and attitude.
- Professional and proactive attitude
- Work under pressure
- Good team member
- Further professional ambition
Communication
Essential criteria
- Good communication with patients and colleagues - verbal and written
- Able to maintain communication with people on complex matters, issues and ideas and/or in complex situations.
Specific requirements
Essential criteria
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
- Able to work flexible hours
- Easy access to the hospital
- Awareness of commitment to out of hours work
Desirable criteria
- Car Driver & Access to transport
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Susan McGowan
- Job title
- Non-Ionising Radiation Operations Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
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