Job overview

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic motivated Band 7 Sonographer/s on a permanent contract to join our busy, friendly ultrasound team at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead.  We also are willing to consider a training opportunity to become a qualified sonographer. 

Our Ultrasound department covers a range of specialities, and we are committed to supporting our sonographers with advanced practice, and we would require successful applicants to scan at our main hospital site, Blaydon and at the Metrocentre.

To apply as a qualified sonographer you must hold a a UK recognised Pg Certificate in Medical Ultrasound that is CASE accredited (additional ultrasound qualifications would be desirable) and you must have at least 2 year’s experience working in the NHS.

To apply for a training opportunity you must be a current healthcare professional with at least 2 year’s experience working in the NHS with a a 2:1 or above graduate qualification in their area of expertise.   In this post you will undertake the clinical aspect at Gateshead Helath Foundation Trust, with the taught component and assessment being provided by the University of Teeside or Cumbria.   Units to be studied include general medical, and gynaecological ultrasound.  Whilst training you will be paid at a band 6 and upon successful completion as a qualified sonographer that can scan and report independently you will be paid at band 7.

Main duties of the job

It will be expected that the successful applicant/s has a high standard work ethic that is driven by a commitment to improve patient care.  You must be willing to work within the current shift rota to cover the 7 day service at all radiology locations, and be able to remain flexible to be able to meet the demands of the service.  Essential skills for this post include completion of clinical competencies to scan and report ultrasound independently, have the ability to prioritise workloads and a high level of interpersonal and communication skills.

To work as a sonographer within the ultrasound team. Responsible for producing high quality ultrasound images within the radiology service both at QEH and satellite diagnostic sites; delivering a first class service meeting the needs of referrers and patients. 

To perform and independently report on a comprehensive range of ultrasound protocols in accordance with departmental protocols while maintaining the highest quality of patient care and imaging.

Working for our organisation

Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.

Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.

We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.

Our values should be the ‘golden thread’ which runs through everything we do – they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronym ICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.

We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women’s Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.

The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our ‘Balance’ programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.