Sonographer

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated sonographer to work within our friendly ultrasound departments. We are a forward thinking department, committed to training, encouraging and supporting personal development. We have 2 lead sonographers in place across the Trust to support the sonographers and help develop the ultrasound service. You will be a flexible team player with excellent communication skills and able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You will be required to organise your workload according to demand, scanning inpatients, outpatients and GP referrals. We expect a high quality of patient care to maintain our efficient and cost effective service.

• Organise your workload according to demand, scanning inpatients, outpatients and GP referrals.
• Be a flexible team player with excellent communication skills and able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Work within Ultrasound departments that operate 7-day working. You will be expected to participate in the weekend and bank holiday rota. The service supports flexible working arrangements; the majority of our team contribute to extended days through flexible contracts.
• Although based at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary you will be required to provide cover at all Trust Sites as the service requires.
• We operate from three main hospitals:
  Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, Heysham Health Centre and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
• All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our Community Service for adults is provided in community centres, clinics, GP Practices, and community hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.