Job summary Clinically focussed role across Ultrasound, utilising advanced skills to work to a high level of proficiency, and in a professional manner. To provide patient care and be part of the Ultrasound team, overcoming traditional barriers to enable the Trust to achieve its KPI (Key Performance Indicators) and service delivery targets. To provide clinical and clerical support to the Ultrasound department. To participate in audit preparation, liaising with Sonographers, Consultant Radiologists and other department members as well as wards. Main duties of the job General Duties and Responsibilities To be familiar with and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Trust. Behave and act at all times in accordance with the Trust Values, of Working Together, Respect and Compassion, Engagement and Involvement and Improvement and Development To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales. To participate fully in the performance and development review (appraisal) process and undertake Continuing Professional Development as required. To participate in surveys and audits as necessary in order to enable the Trust to meet its statutory requirements. To be aware of the Trust's emergency planning processes and follow such processes as necessary, in the event of an unexpected incident. This job description is not exhaustive. Staff may be required to undertake any other duties at the request of the line manager, which are commensurate with the band, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover. About us A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at EDGH and Conquest, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation. In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available from only £30 a year. There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 374-LB5136 Job locations Conquest Hospital The Ridge Hastings, St. Leonards-on-Sea TN377RD Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ 2 Relevant clinical skills (aseptic technique - biopsies/FNA, patient monitoring) Desirable NVQ 3 A - LEVELS Experience Essential Minimum 2 years as an RDA in a hospital environment Experience Assisting with Biopsies Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Essential Organisational skills Training of junior RDAs Desirable Use of CRIS system Use of PACS system Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ 2 Relevant clinical skills (aseptic technique - biopsies/FNA, patient monitoring) Desirable NVQ 3 A - LEVELS Experience Essential Minimum 2 years as an RDA in a hospital environment Experience Assisting with Biopsies Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Essential Organisational skills Training of junior RDAs Desirable Use of CRIS system Use of PACS system 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications 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). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications 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). Employer details Employer name East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Address Conquest Hospital The Ridge Hastings, St. Leonards-on-Sea TN377RD Employer's website http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)