Job summary"The value of a diverse team is its capacity to challenge the norm".Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated Sonographer who is registered with HCPC, RCT or NMC?We are seeking qualified, enthusiastic, hardworking, motivated, and patient-focused Sonographers with NHS experience.Join our passionate, caring, and dedicated Ultrasound team at UHB NHS Foundation Trust (Queen Elizabeth, Birmingham Heartlands, Good Hope, and Solihull Hospitals).We provide a comprehensive Ultrasound service for a wide range of specialties and GP referrals across our UHB sites.We provide high quality care in our 8 Ultrasound rooms with our team of 15+ hardworking Sonographers at Queen Elizabeth Hospital.You will work as an independent reporting practitioner, working autonomously but supported by fellow Sonographers, Consultant Radiologists, and the Ultrasound Leadership team.We provide a wide variety of examinations including General abdominal, Gynaecological, small parts including Head & Neck and DVT's (Obstetrics and early pregnancy -- Good Hope, Solihull, and Heartlands Hospitals only.)You should be a qualified Sonographer capable and willing to work to the highest standards, at a complex, tertiary hospital. You will be part of a team who support each other and take pride in delivering excellent patient care.If that sounds like the role for you, we would love to meet you.Priti Khurana priti.khurana@uhb.nhs.ukClementine Macliver clementine.macliver@uhb.nhs.ukMain duties of the job*1. To be thoroughly familiar with all aspects of the clinical skills required and the operation of all ultrasound scanners demonstrating expertise in clinical practice and highly specialist knowledge and to give specialised advice to Radiologists, Sonographers, Radiographers and the multidisciplinary team on all aspects of ultrasound.*2. To contribute to the development and implementation of ultrasound protocols, procedures and techniques in conjunction with Radiologists and evidence based advances in practice.*3. To be able to interpret ultrasound images and provide written accurate diagnostic reports. To ensure the clinical indications for the examination are appropriate and within the guidelines laid down within the department protocols. To independently compose using analytical and judgement skills, written reports for diagnosis/treatment for a range of ultrasound examinations in line with guidelines and protocols*4. To ensure that all staff are appropriately supervised in order to maintain, monitor and constantly improve clinical standards of service provision combined with a high quality of patient care at all times.*5. To exercise autonomy when undertaking imaging examinations of patients working within codes of conduct and within professional guidelines. To utilise training and expertise.*6. To assess the condition of the patients and determine the most appropriate and effective method of examinationAbout usWe are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.Job descriptionJob responsibilities*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential*Educated to degree level or equivalent, have a post graduate accredited qualification in medical ultrasound*Must be state registered (HCPC or NMC) when eligible or Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT)ExperienceEssential*Must have relevant skills/knowledge/experience in the range of ultrasound techniques which are required*To possess a full understanding of ethical and moral issues to enable delivery of bad news to patients in an appropriate/empathetic manner*Highly specialist knowledge of ultrasound procedures*An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce.Desirable*IT experience to use the necessary computerised reporting system and image recording system*Must be prepared to assist with the development of the service and protocols*Possess knowledge and understanding of the audit processAdditional CriteriaEssential*Must be able to work independently and be competent to write a concise and accurate report*Must be prepared to provide practical and theoretical training in medical ultrasound and take responsibility for countersigning reports for Clinicians, Midwives and Radiographers in training*Must be prepared to continue with professional development to ensure a high standard of ultrasound examinations*Must be able to work effectively in a potentially high pressured, emotive environment*Must be committed to providing a high quality US service*An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce.*Demonstration of innovation in the healthcare profession.*Courteous conduct in difficult/contentious situations.*Positive application of professional code of conductDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation TrustAddressQueen Elizabeth HospitalMindelsohn WayBirminghamWest MidlandsB15 2THEmployer's websitehttps://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)