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Sonographer
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
391-RFL-7137305
Employer
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal Free Hospital
Town
London
Salary
£54,320 - £60,981 per annum inclusive of HCAS
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
26/05/2025 23:59

Employer heading

NHS

Band 7 Sonographer

NHS AfC: Band 7

The North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust is a medium-sized acute and community trust with over 525 beds and over 600 community staff, serving more than 600,000 people living across Enfield and Haringey and the surrounding areas, including Barnet and Waltham Forest.

The hospital has been on its present site for over 100 years and was established as an NHS trust by statute in December 1990. The Trust’s services are provided on the North Middlesex University Hospital site as well as a range of community sites across the London Borough of Enfield, including at partner hospitals. They provide services in collaboration with a range of partners, including local GPs, acute, mental health and other community health service providers across North Central London.

In the year ending 31 March 2022, the Trust reported a turnover of £419.7m and employed almost 4,000 staff. Following the transfer of Enfield Community Services on 1st April 2023, this has increased as we have welcomed over 600 new staff including District Nurses, Community Matrons, Community Physiotherapists, Psychologists and many more across a wide range of adult and children’s community services in Enfield. It is an exciting time to join North Mid as we continue our journey to become an integrated care organisation to deliver high quality, seamless care in our local communities, with a focus on tackling health inequalities.

Job overview

The Band 7 Sonographer position at the Royal Free Hospital is a dynamic and multifaceted role within the Imaging Department. This role requires a skilled professional capable of performing a diverse range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations across various specialties including obstetrics, gynaecology, abdominal, paediatrics, and small parts imaging. The position is key to providing accurate diagnostics, thereby directly impacting patient care and treatment outcomes. The role calls for a balance of technical proficiency, patient interaction, and an ongoing commitment to professional development.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 7 Sonographer, the main duties include conducting comprehensive ultrasound examinations and providing accurate reports. The role involves training and supervising junior sonographers and assistant staff, effectively managing the daily workflow, and ensuring the accuracy and confidentiality of patient records. Additionally, the Sonographer is tasked with maintaining and caring for sophisticated ultrasound equipment, participating in departmental audits, research activities, and playing an active role in governance, focusing on areas such as risk management and health and safety protocols.

Working for our organisation

Working as a Band 7 Sonographer at the Royal Free Hospital offers a unique opportunity to be part of a prestigious and progressive healthcare environment. The hospital is known for its dedication to excellence in patient care, innovative medical practices, and a supportive, team-oriented work culture. Employees are encouraged to pursue professional growth and development, with access to ongoing training and career advancement opportunities. Being part of the Royal Free Hospital team means contributing to a legacy of healthcare excellence, with a direct impact on improving patient lives and outcomes in the community.

The Royal Free London is part of North Central London integrated care system – consisting of the NHS and Local authority organisations in Camden, Islington, Barnet, Enfield and Haringey. As with other ICS’s, we are working increasingly closely with partners and indeed many of our financial and performance objectives are measured at this system level. Whilst all organisations remain as standalone, statutory bodies we have an ICS infrastructure for making shared decisions and agreeing shared approaches.

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person specification

Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Essential criteria
  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • DCR or BSc diploma/degree or equivalent
  • PGCert or higher in medical ultrasound / DMU equivalent
  • Evidence of CPD
  • HCPC or relevant professional registration
  • Knowledge of Current Ultrasound Techniques
Desirable criteria
  • Good written and spoken English

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Significant experience of working at a band 6/7 level
  • Experience in obstetrics and gynaecology ultrasound
  • Collaborative working in specialist areas to develop service whilst demonstrating the ability to use own initiative
  • Ability to Prioritise and Organise Demands on Services
Desirable criteria
  • Qualification in General ultrasound (recently qualified candidates will be equally considered)

Skills and aptitudes

Essential criteria
  • Ability to Teach
  • Understanding of Clinical Governance within Radiology
  • An understanding of the National guidelines in relation to medical ultrasound
  • Ability to work to a high standard with minimum supervision
Desirable criteria
  • Professional appearance, positive and cheerful personality

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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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.

Application numbers

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Victoria Sengwayo
Job title
Ultrasound Lead
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
07733201520
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