Band 8a Clinical Specialist Sonographer
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SOC 2254 (95% match) is an eligible occupation, and Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Specialist Sonographers to join the Imaging Team at the Community Diagnostic Hub at Finchley Memorial Hospital.
As a specialist sonographer at the trust, you will be involved with the delivery of ultrasound services including gynaecological, general abdominal, small parts, paediatric and MSK ultrasound examinations.
We pride ourselves in developing sonographers to Consultant level through various training and CPD opportunities, therefore if you are an ambitious, experienced Sonographer, seeking a flexible role, then we would love to hear from you.
Flexible working considered.
Please note that due to the practical nature of this role Skype/teams interviews will not be considered
Main duties of the job
You must be highly competent, willing to embrace modernisation and workforce development and keen to contribute towards efficient service delivery. A commitment to clinical teaching, professional development, audit and collaborative projects is required. You will have a minimum of two years post qualification with at least one clinical specialism to include MSK, Head and neck.
Person specification
Royal Free Values World Class
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- DCR or BSc diploma/degree or equivalent
- PGDip in medical ultrasound / DMU equivalent
- Evidence of CPD
- HCPC or relevant professional registration
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working at a band 7 level
- Experience of working with clinical leads in specialist areas to develop services
- Experience of working with a multi-disciplinary team
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Demonstrates the ability to lead and work as part of a team
- Ability to teach and mentor students
- Track record of audit and presentation of audit findings within a team
- An understanding of local and national guidance relevant to medical ultrasound
- Skills of working and reporting on PACS/RIS and Viewpoint systems
- Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis
- An understanding of the National and local policies and guidelines in relation to medical ultrasound
- Ability to deliver against agreed performance targets
- Significant experience in US at band 7 level
- Able to work flexibly based on needs of service
About the employer
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
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