Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Qualified Sonographer
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Qualified Sonographer
Band 7 Sonographer – Permanent Position
Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead
We are recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Band 7 Sonographers to join our busy, friendly ultrasound team at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead.
About the Role
Our Ultrasound department spans a range of specialties, offering opportunities for advanced practice.
The role requires successful applicants to:
- Conduct scans at Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH), Blaydon, and the Metrocentre
- Demonstrate a commitment to high-quality patient care
Requirements
Essential
- Qualification:
- UK-recognised Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasound (CASE accredited)
- Additional ultrasound qualifications are desirable
- Experience:
- Minimum 2 years as an NHS sonographer (prior NHS experience preferred)
- Skills & Attributes:
- Strong work ethic with a drive to improve clinical care
- Ability to work shifts (7-day service) and cover multiple radiology sites
- Independent scanning and reporting competencies
- Prioritisation skills alongside excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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Responsibilities
As a sonographer, you will:
- Produce high-quality ultrasound images across all radiology sites (QEH, Blaydon, Metrocentre, community clinics)
- Conduct and report on a comprehensive range of ultrasound protocols in line with departmental policies
- Deliver a first-class service for referrers and patients
- Maintain high standards of patient care and imaging quality
About the Organisation
- Location: North East England (Gateshead region)
- Facilities: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon Urgent Care Centre, Bensham Hospital
- Established: 2005 (one of the first Foundation Trusts in the UK)
- Accolades & Scale:
- Consistently delivers highest-patient-care standards
- 4,800+ staff supporting 444 hospital beds
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- I – Innovation
- C – Care
- O – Openness
- R – Respect
- E – Engagement
Support & Benefits
- Staff Networks: BAME, D-Ability, LGBTQ+ and Women’s Networks
- Staff Wellbeing: Our "Balance" programme balancegateshead.com offers tailored support for staff health and work-life balance
- Armed Forces Network: Recognised and emerging within the organisation
Contact for Queries
For further details or informal inquiries, please reach out to:
- Name: Gavin Hope or Gemma Norris
- Job Title: Ultrasound Modality Leads
- Email: gavin.hope@nhs.net
- Telephone: 0191 445 3077
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