Job summary The Great Western Hospital is pleased to be able to offer the opportunity to Reporting Sonographers to join the existing team within the Radiology team to enhance the ongoing development of our service. Are you looking to be a part of a very compassionate and supportive and caring team of Sonographers? Then look no further; we are a supportive and close-knit team who are focused on giving the very best care to patients at all times and we would love to have you on board to join our 'work family' No matter what your favorite field of Ultrasound is, there is always a warm welcome from our family of Sonographers at GWH. At present we carry out over 50,000 ultrasound examinations a year including GMUS, Vascular, EPU and Obstetric exams. The Scanning department is located within Radiology on the Ground floor of the GWH, which includes MRI and CT and Ultrasound with Radiography right next door giving us an excellent team dynamic both amongst the Sonographers and the wider Radiology team. We also have a satellite Ultrasound department for Maternity and Early pregnancy allowing more great teamwork with our Obstetric colleagues. There are currently 10 dedicated and friendly Sonographers in our team and we need more like us, to support our bustling service. We work seamlessly alongside our 10 Radiologists who are both adjuvant and cohesive to our service. For the right newest member of our ' work family ' there is an offer of a Recruitment and retention pro-premium. Main duties of the job Clinical 1. To perform ultrasound scans including highly specialist techniques and care for patients during these examinations, respecting the rights of privacy and confidentiality, maintaining a high quality service to patients and clinicians. 2. To independently assess each patient and adapt scanning technique according to the needs of the patient. 3. To use discretion to work outside of departmental standards when clinically needed. 4. To write formal reports in a concise and professional manner. 5. To discuss ultrasound findings with other practitioners and clinicians. 6. To manage their own workload and help others when possible. 7. To contribute to the planning, organisation and smooth running of the area in which you are working, liaising with, clinicians and other staff within the trust and GP practices. 8. To maintain departmental stock levels. 9. To adhere to all Trust policies including the Health and Safety Regulations; COSHH Regulations; the Data Protection Act. 10. To be able to use the departmental radiology information computer system (RIS) and be conversant with the picture archive system (PACS). About us "Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives." Date posted 24 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours, Annualised hours Reference number 249-6948872 Job locations The Great Western Hospital Marlborough Road Swindon SN3 6BB Job description Job responsibilities 11. To adhere to safe systems of work with regard to manual handling. 12. To participate in out of hours rota, working unsocial-able hours and weekends. 13. Have regular exposure to body fluids e.g. blood, urine etc and infection risk. Please see the attached job description for full information. Job description Job responsibilities 11. To adhere to safe systems of work with regard to manual handling. 12. To participate in out of hours rota, working unsocial-able hours and weekends. 13. Have regular exposure to body fluids e.g. blood, urine etc and infection risk. Please see the attached job description for full information. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent for a Health Care related profession Post Graduate diploma in ultrasound or equivalent Registration with the Health Professions Council or equivalent Evidence of continued professional development Proficiency in relevant specialty e.g. Gynae, General Medical and Obstetric scanning Desirable NT competence Experience Essential Current experience in Ultrasound scanning Post-qualification experience of working in the NHS Desirable Proficiency in wide range specialities Skills Essential Developed ultrasound scanning skills Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team or single-handedly Excellent patient care Good communication skills Desirable IT skills Excellent Organisational Skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent for a Health Care related profession Post Graduate diploma in ultrasound or equivalent Registration with the Health Professions Council or equivalent Evidence of continued professional development Proficiency in relevant specialty e.g. Gynae, General Medical and Obstetric scanning Desirable NT competence Experience Essential Current experience in Ultrasound scanning Post-qualification experience of working in the NHS Desirable Proficiency in wide range specialities Skills Essential Developed ultrasound scanning skills Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team or single-handedly Excellent patient care Good communication skills Desirable IT skills Excellent Organisational Skills 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). 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. 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). 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 Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address The Great Western Hospital Marlborough Road Swindon SN3 6BB Employer's website https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)