Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and self-motivated radiographer to join our dynamic Ultrasound team as a trainee. This is a training post within the Ultrasound Department, specifically training in obstetrics, gynaecology and general medical ultrasound. The training is full-time (37.5 hours each week) and is both academic and practical. There is a need to attend a higher education institute and a need to complete assessments throughout the training. Successful completion of the training will result in a formal qualification in Medical Ultrasound (PGDip). Because this is a training position, the salary is paid under Annex 21, which means you receive a percentage of the full qualified rate depending on how close you are to completing your training.

Main Duties of the Job

• To ensure images and examination details are stored appropriately.
• To use ultrasound equipment safely and effectively.
• Adhere to ultrasound guidance and protocols.
• Participate in audits and review activities to ensure continued high department and practice standards.
• Responsible for managing own workload, specifically training and academic workload.
• Work within trainee scope of practice, remaining within expected levels of competencies and seeking advice/guidance/assistance when required.
• Undertaking ultrasound examinations and providing high quality reports on scans appropriate to training and level of training undertaken.
• Carrying out support duties to support management and function of the department within a student Sonographer role, including joining team meetings, chaperoning and helping patients.
• Progressing patient care and workflow of the ultrasound team, following relevant scan findings and acting accordingly.
• Attending relevant training events, programmes and examinations when required for successful completion of the training course.
• Ensuring a high level of communication with both patients and colleagues.

About Us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We offer a supportive culture, staff recognition awards, employee support and wellbeing services including Employee Assistance Programme, counselling and fast-track Physiotherapy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential: BSc Diagnostic Radiography

Professional Registration

Essential: HCPC registration Desirable: Evidence of relevant post graduate study, Previous Ultrasound qualification

Experience

Essential: Experience of NHS models of care Desirable: Participation in Trust/clinical meetings, Experience in Audit, Knowledge of IT systems required to be used in the areas of work

Additional Information

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship are welcome. UK professional registration required. For further information see UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer Details

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Address: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Lancaster Park Road, Harrogate, HG2 7SX
Website: https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/
Contact: Jake Wheater, Consultant Sonographer - [contact hidden] - [contact hidden]