Job summary Join Our Dynamic Ultrasound Team at Leeds Teaching Hospitals 10% R&R premium Are you a dedicated and skilled Sonographer looking for an exciting opportunity in a busy, fast-paced Ultrasound department in a teaching hospital? We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Ultrasound team, working alongside experienced Sonographers and Radiologists to deliver outstanding patient care across multiple sites within our Trust. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment, gaining experience in a wide range of ultrasound services while making a real difference to patient care. What Were Looking For Were seeking a team player with excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to delivering high-quality imaging services. If that sounds like you, wed love to hear from you Expected Shortlisting Date 06/05/2025 Planned Interview Date 19/05/2025 Main duties of the job What Youll Do Work across our main sites at Leeds General Infirmary and St James, with the possibility of covering peripheral sites at Seacroft and Wharfedale. Provide high-quality obstetric, inpatient, and outpatient ultrasound services. Support the regional transplant service, including pre- and post-renal and liver transplants. Gain valuable experience in our dedicated Paediatric Ultrasound department. Work in a fast-paced and diverse clinical environment, with opportunities for skill development and career progression. About us Why Join Us? At Leeds Teaching Hospitals, our Ultrasound department is a friendly, welcoming, and inclusive team that values collaboration and professional growth. As a leading teaching hospital, we offer an exciting and varied workload that will challenge and enhance your skills. We are committed to supporting our workforce and have a strong focus on professional development. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and rewarding environment, apply today Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions. Date posted 16 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9298-RAD-0259 Job locations Leeds General Infirmary Great George Street Leeds LS1 3EX Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will report directly to the Ultrasound Team Managers and will be expected to meet the following criteria To provide a high quality diagnostic ultrasound service by performing unsupervised scanning sessions. To independently formulate a comprehensive diagnostic report for ultrasound examinations, and to ensure that this is communicated to the appropriate referring clinician. To act as a source of expertise to clinicians/other hospital staff. To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. To maintain on-going professional development through attendance at clinical/scientific/multi-disciplinary meetings. To be involved in clinical training programmes, mentoring and supervising of both Student Sonographers Specialist Registrar Radiologists. In addition to the above we expect our staff to uphold the core values of the Trust which are that all staff are Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will report directly to the Ultrasound Team Managers and will be expected to meet the following criteria To provide a high quality diagnostic ultrasound service by performing unsupervised scanning sessions. To independently formulate a comprehensive diagnostic report for ultrasound examinations, and to ensure that this is communicated to the appropriate referring clinician. To act as a source of expertise to clinicians/other hospital staff. To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. To maintain on-going professional development through attendance at clinical/scientific/multi-disciplinary meetings. To be involved in clinical training programmes, mentoring and supervising of both Student Sonographers Specialist Registrar Radiologists. In addition to the above we expect our staff to uphold the core values of the Trust which are that all staff are Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered Person Specification Experience Essential Have experience of a range of Ultrasound techniques and procedures to include Obstetrics and General Medical Ultrasound Detailed knowledge of anatomy, pathologies, abnormalities and diseases/conditions. Knowledge of local and national guidelines and protocols. Must be able to demonstrate evidence of current practise within Ultrasound Evidence of working as an autonomous practitioner with strong report writing capabilities Desirable Vascular experience. Additional Requirements Essential Must be able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post(with reasonable adjustments if necessary) including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with trust Policy. Qualifications Essential To hold a Degree or equivalent in Healthcare Studies To hold the Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound State registration with the HCPC or equivalent professional regulatory body Certified to perform Nuchal Translucency Screening Desirable Master's degree in Medical Ultrasound. Skills & behaviours Essential Excellent communication Skills and experience of counselling skills e.g.breaking bad news. High level dexterity and hand eye coordination. Proficient IT skills. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Desirable Evidence of participation in departmental audits. Evidence of experience in research relating to Ultrasound. Person Specification Experience Essential Have experience of a range of Ultrasound techniques and procedures to include Obstetrics and General Medical Ultrasound Detailed knowledge of anatomy, pathologies, abnormalities and diseases/conditions. Knowledge of local and national guidelines and protocols. Must be able to demonstrate evidence of current practise within Ultrasound Evidence of working as an autonomous practitioner with strong report writing capabilities Desirable Vascular experience. Additional Requirements Essential Must be able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post(with reasonable adjustments if necessary) including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with trust Policy. Qualifications Essential To hold a Degree or equivalent in Healthcare Studies To hold the Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound State registration with the HCPC or equivalent professional regulatory body Certified to perform Nuchal Translucency Screening Desirable Master's degree in Medical Ultrasound. Skills & behaviours Essential Excellent communication Skills and experience of counselling skills e.g.breaking bad news. High level dexterity and hand eye coordination. Proficient IT skills. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Desirable Evidence of participation in departmental audits. Evidence of experience in research relating to Ultrasound. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Leeds Teaching Hospitals Address Leeds General Infirmary Great George Street Leeds LS1 3EX Employer's website https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)