Job Description

Job Title:

Band 7 Sonographer - 82807

Trust:

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Royal Berkshire Hospital, RG1 5AN

Ward:

Maternity Ultrasound

Pay Rates: -

27.01 per hour

Shift Patterns:

37.5 hours p/w Monday-Sunday 08.00-17.00

The Role:

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust at Royal Berkshire Hospital is seeking a passionate Band 7 Sonographer to bring their expertise to its well established and supportive multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will function as an effective member of the Ultrasound team, providing a high quality, comprehensive and efficient Ultrasound service to patients and referring clinicians.

What you can add:

Independently undertakes general ultrasound sessions, providing comprehensive and accurate computerised reports on all examinations.

Evaluates referrals with respect to appropriate clinical details and gathers relevant information from the patient or their representative. Uses such information to develop or adapt the procedure to optimise the diagnostic outcome.

Vets, validates and prioritises referrals prior to appointments being scheduled; addresses patient queries regarding their appointment, either by telephone or in person.

Identifies any contraindications to the procedure such as clinical condition, medication, insufficient patient preparation or any inability or unwillingness on the part of the patient to tolerate the procedure.

Is responsible for the clinical management and care of the patient ensuring patient safety, privacy and dignity is always maintained. To include movement or transfer on and off the ultrasound couch using safe handling devices (i.e. hoists) where necessary.

What you'll need:

HCPC Registration as a Sonographer

BSc Degree in Radiology or equivalent radiographic qualification

DMU / Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound

At least 1 year's NHS experience

The benefits we can offer you in return

Putting People in Places to Care

- be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.

Weekly pay

to give you access to your wages more quickly.

Blue Light Card - NHS Discount Provider

First choice of shifts/placements

at the Trust of your choice over agencies.

Our team is always happy to help -

access our support line any time.

Working options to suit your lifestyle

- being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.

Training and development opportunities

via the Trust and NHSP's own academy.

Explore different wards

, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.

Being part of the NHSP Community

means you'll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.

Who are NHS Professionals?

NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.

In addition to experience, all Qualified roles will be required to provide evidence of

Relevant Qualifications. Registration with the relevant Registration Body if applicable.

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Today

By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: 27.01 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Work Location: In person