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Job summary

Main area
Urology
Grade
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
  • Job share
37.5 hours per week
Job ref
279-7196387-JUN25
Employer
279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
The Princess Royal Hospital
Town
Haywards Heath
Salary
£46,148 - £52,809 pro rata per annum + 10% retention incentive
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
18/06/2025 23:59

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279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust logo

Sonographer

Band 7

 About our Trust

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

 Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First .  In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. 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 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme  for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. 

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. 

 

Job overview

The Urology department at PRH has expanded with the new Urology Investigation and Treatment Centre (UITC).

The role involves supporting the Urology team by providing professional ultrasound services and performing Lithotripsy (ESWL) for renal and ureteric stones. 

Main duties of the job

 

The post holder will work to support the Urology team and the Lead Sonographer in the provision of a professional ultrasound service. They will need to be able to perform and report independently on a wide range of ultrasound examinations. They will be required to perform Lithotripsy (extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy - ESWL), for the treatment of renal and ureteric stones, for which they should have a willingness to learn and training will be given as necessary.  

You must be enthusiastic with excellent communication skills in order to liaise effectively with the multi-disciplinary teams and strive to provide high standards of care. You will be highly motivated and dedicated to your role and own personal developmen. Ideally you would have experience in urology or cancer settings. 

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, 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 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

  • Perform and report independently on a wide range of ultrasound examinations. 

  • Perform Lithotripsy (ESWL) with training provided as necessary. 

  • Liaise effectively with multi-disciplinary teams to provide high standards of care. 

  • Enthusiastic with excellent communication skills. 

  • Highly motivated and dedicated to personal development. 

  • Experience in urology or cancer settings is ideal. 

  • Work collaboratively with committed and supportive Consultants, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and other medical and nursing colleagues to ensure excellent patient experience and clinical outcomes. 
  • Part of a committed and supportive team including Consultants, Nurse Specialists, FDNs, Patient Navigators, and junior members. 

     

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Graduate in radiography or other accepted qualification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of meeting DQASS standards for performing NTs

Registration

Essential criteria
  • HCPC or other relevant professional body

Clinical Skills

Essential criteria
  • Masters level ultrasound qualification plus extensive experience gained working, which enables scanning and report writing to be carried out without clinical supervision

Non Clinical Skills

Essential criteria
  • Advanced technical knowledge related to the ultrasound equipment and the efficient use of it. Responsibility for the equipment's safety and arranging maintenance if required. Knowledge of administrative practices. Ability to use the Imaging IT systems.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles
  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardDisability confident employerStep into healthHappy to Talk Flexible Working

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Sally Goodman
Job title
Lead Nurse, Urology
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01444441881
Additional information

Contact for Informal Visits and Enquiries: 

  • Name: Sally Goodman, Lead Nurse – Urology 

  • Phone: 01444 441881 ext 65457 

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