Sonographer - Obstetric and Gynaecology

We are now recruiting for staff to work in our brand-new, purpose-built hospital within the site at Royal Sussex County Hospital! The new 'Louisa Martindale' building provides spacious, well-resourced and modern facilities for patients and staff across 40 wards and departments. The building includes a new 'Welcome space', running the entire length of the building. This provides ample space for everyone and includes a high-quality retail outlet.

As part of this development, we are expanding our Sonography team. We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Sonographer with strong obstetric and gynaecology skills to become part of our team.

This role offers the chance to work across our sites, including the newly refurbished Antenatal Clinic at Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath. It is an excellent opportunity to consolidate and further develop your obstetric and gynaecology ultrasound skills while also gaining experience in other specialist areas. For those wishing to broaden their scope of practice, training can be provided in general ultrasound, including MSK, head and neck (with biopsy), and paediatric imaging such as new-born hip screening.

Audit and research will be expected from the offset as well as teaching to both Registrars and Trainee Sonographers

HCPC/ GMC/ RCT / NMC registered can apply.

To support the Lead Sonographer in the provision of a professional ultrasound service.

To undertake a variety of diagnostic obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound examinations in line with departmental protocols

Delivering a high-quality imaging and reporting service for University Hospitals Sussex

To produce appropriate written reports for the medical profession and keep accurate records using a combination of CRIS, Viewpoint and PACS

Communicate potentially distressing diagnoses directly to patients and refer accordingly.

Maintain a high standard of patient care and medical ethics

Participate in CPD and other developmental activities and actively take part in departmental research/audit

Supervise the clinical training of Student Sonographers and other Radiology personnel.

Supervise and mentor recently qualified Sonographers

To help maintain the high standards of the ultrasound department and to encourage working as team with all members of staff including HCA’s and reception staff

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Pack

To provide a highly specialised clinical service using ultrasound equipment to image and provide accurate diagnosis

To perform and independently report on all ultrasound procedures.

A full range of obstetric and gynaecology ultrasound examinations is undertaken.

To diagnose pregnancy failure, fetal abnormalities, complications and stillbirth

To ensure skills are up-to-date and relevant to the role, to follow relevant Trust policies and professional codes and to maintain registration for required role.

To implement UHS East agreed policies and procedures.

The referral sources are varied from GP services, OPD services to Inpatient services. There are also one stop clinics for Gynaecology as well as a 5 day EPU service.

The majority of scans are performed unassisted. However consultation with peers and Consultant Radiologists is essential. Some consultation with referring clinicians will also be required

To maximise service provision you will be required to work at any site within UHSussex (Brighton, Hove and Haywards Heath).

To operate the equipment with the appropriate level of skill and be suitably qualified

To exercise independent judgement during the scan and whilst creating and verifying the ultrasound report, accurately differentiating between pathological and normal anatomical variants. It is expected that the sonographer will analyse the information acquired from the scan and subsequent images.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria.