International Sonographers required for London NHS Trust as art of NHS England Programme

UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL!

For many years there has been, and continues to be, a shortage of sonographers in the United Kingdom.  With in the increase in physical capacity through the Community Diagnostic Programme, the staff numbers need to increase and BDI is proud to be working with one of the largest NHS Trusts in the U.K. as part of a pilot programme with NHS England to provide support and development to South African educated sonographers through a 6-month UK Practice Conversion Programme.  Upon successful completion candidates will practice independently at Band 7 along side UK trained counterparts using our Imaging Academy support and partnering with a prestigious London University. 

Individuals looking to relocate to the UK will receive a dedicated Practice Educator to assess and provide for in country training needs, coordinated pastoral care and a comprehensive onboarding experience. 

JOB OVERVIEW 

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated, band 7 sonographers to join a friendly and forward thinking ultrasound team for an NHS Trust in London. Providing a comprehensive non-obstetric ultrasound service as part of the Community Diagnostic Programme but with an opportunity to work across hospital sites and specialties. 

Duties 

• Perform high quality ultrasound examinations using analytical and judgement skills to interpret complex images.
• Formulate comprehensive, diagnostic, independently written reports for each examination
• Communicate distressing and unwelcome/unexpected news directly to patients using tact, empathy and diplomacy.
• Communicate complex information regarding diagnosis/treatment directly to clinicians and patients.
• Maintain personal clinical expertise in ultrasound scanning including ongoing CPD
• Review, update and maintain the patients’ clinical records.
• Participate in teaching students and clinicians in the field of ultrasound. Participate in the vetting of ultrasound requests.
• Deal with conflicting demands from different staff groups at all levels.
• Have flexible approach to work and ability to work under pressure of high workloads.

ABOUT

Ranked in the Top 25 Hospitals in the U.K, our client is a University Healthcare NHS Trust, employing a strong team of 9,000 individuals to look after a wonderfully diverse population in London. 

WORKING FOR THIS ORGANISATION 

Here you achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.  Become part of a vibrant team living its values and  you’ll get an experience like no other to fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. 

Our client is also committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share.

LOCATION 

London is a gem of an area to call home! Diverse in cultural and rich in history and heritage, those travelling from overseas can immerse themselves in assortment of lifestyle opportunities, from great transport links, leafy parks, villages, museums, cafes restaurants and family activities. Beyond the Thames you will find popular areas close to our client’s site for those seeking affordable housing and outstanding schools. From studio and one-bedroom apartments at £700pcm, to more spacious properties commanding up to £1,000pcm in rent and high-spec garden flats on the market for as much as £2,000pcm. Two-bedroom properties begin at £1,000pcm and increase to £1,500pcm for well-presented apartments in Victorian villas. 

Person specification

EDUCATION

Essential criteria

• HPCSA self-registered as a sonographer   

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Essential criteria

• Must have worked as a sonographer carrying out a wide range of general ultrasound procedures.
• Must have undertaken public service in South Africa and have some reporting expertise to be part of this programme

RELOCATION PACKAGE:

• Flights and relocation
• Airport welcome and transfers
• 4-months accommodation (up to £1200 p/m) 
• HCPC or alternative registration Fee
• Visa
• Return flight to SA to see friends and family after 6 months using Annual Leave
• Recruitment and retention bonus once competencies signed off and practising independently
• Partnership with a prestigious London University to assess and fill UK practice skills or education gaps for independent UK practice.

HOW BDI RESOURCING CAN SUPPORT 

When choosing to apply for your next role as a Sonographer with BDI Resourcing, you’ll have the full support of an expert recruitment team who will assist, as standard, with:

• CV Preparation using our recognised bespoke guidance
• Application support with expert knowledge of specialisms, NHS, and local support
• Video based Interview Preparation using specific example questions according to job role
• Contract and offer negotiations for salary, relocation packages, tenure and more

 Once you have accepted your new role, you’ll then be met by one of our dedicated relocation executives who will guide you through all the way to starting to your new Sonographer training programme in the NHS including:

• Document gathering and checking 
• COS and Visa Application support if applicable
• Short- and long-term accommodation sourcing
• Travel Arrangements
• Family support for finding schools and any other aspects of pastoral care

HOW TO APPLY

If you wish to apply for this vacancy or if you would like to discuss your search for work and seek advice on other available posts then please send a copy of your most recent CV to apply@bdiresourcing.com and one of the specialist imaging team will be in touch to discuss your options. 

We look forward to hearing from you and wish you all the best with your job search!