Ultrasonographer

We are seeking to employ an enthusiastic sonographer who holds at least a post graduate certificate in obstretrics and gynaecology, that is CASE acrredited or equivelant, DQASS acrediation for Nuchal scanning is essential.

We have 7 rooms in the Maternity ultrasound department and our general department has 4 rooms. The range of Ultrasounds we perform include MSK, Abdominal / Pelvic, Neck and Soft tissue and Gynae US. Our dedicated Maternity Ultrasound department performs all Obstetric scanning . We also have community Ultrasound services at Orsett Hospital and Brentwood community Hospital. The department has invested in new imaging equipment and promotes service development and improvement initiatives.

Our general and Doppler department is open 7 days a week. We are seeking to extend the opening hours of our maternity department into the weekend as well.

We also staff a symptomatic breast care unit, paediatric hip service and an outreach clinic at Brentwood Community Hospital.

We support CPD and actively train internal candidates in Ultrasound from the Radiology Department. We encourage a learning environment and you will receive full support from our multidisciplinary team

If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!

Job description

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A CASE accredited Post graduate qualification in medical ultrasound, Inclusive of obstetric and gynaecological scanning.
• Current and up to date registration through a medical body such as HCPC GMC or NMC or through voluntary register for clinical technologist

Desirable

• To hold a BSc hons degree or DCR in diagnostic Radiography
• Msc Medical ultrasound
• DQASS Nuchal Transluceny certification

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience within hospital US practice
• Demonstratable knowledge of a range of abnormalities and pathologies

Desirable

• Effective staff management skills
• Direct supervisory responsibility

Skills

Essential

• Range of effective approaches for teaching & development of juniors
• Ability to manoeuvre US equipment and accessories effectively

About the employer

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well-being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.