''A great place to be cared for; a great place to work''
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has been nationally recognised as the UK’s most inclusive NHS organisation. As such we have a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
We are seeking a highly motivated sonographer to work within our friendly ultrasound department. You will have experience in obstetrics, gynaecology, small parts and general ultrasound. Vascular and MSK experience would be advantageous.
We are a forward thinking department, committed to training, encouraging and supporting personal development. We have a lead sonographer in place across the trust to support the sonographers and help develop the ultrasound service.
The Ultrasound department operates 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 Furness General Hospital, you will be required to provide cover at all Trust Sites as the service requires.
Anyone newly appointed to the trust will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period (this includes bank staff). This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.
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 effect service.
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Nicole Wilson
Ultrasound Lead
Royal Lancaster Infirmary
07790988828 or Nicole.Wilson1@mbht.nhs.uk
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