Sonographer in Barnstaple

As a Sonographer in our Ultrasound department, you’ll experience a varied caseload of conditions and support patients of all ages, allowing you to increase your skills. You’ll be able to practice and develop your teaching skills through our student Sonographer and Registrar training programme. You’ll split your time working between:

• General/inpatient ultrasound
• Antennatal and early pregnancy service
• Community sites
• Sub-speciality scanning where relevant
• Relevant governance/audit activity

A sonographer with a range of skills is preferred; however, candidates with certain ultrasound sub-specialities will be considered. It’s an exciting time to join the team as a Sonographer, with new development projects planned, and a focus on developing non-traditional roles within the team. You’ll be encouraged to grow with training, development, mentoring and a nurturing team. You’ll have the chance to attend the British Medical Ultrasound Conference and collaborate with colleagues across the Peninsula Diagnostic Network.

We are a small, friendly team of 13 Sonographers, including:

• 1 Trainee Advanced Practitioner
• 2 Vascular Sonographers
• 1 Midwife Sonographer
• 1 Superintendent Sonographer

You’ll need to be:

• HCPC or NMC registered, or hold a postgraduate diploma covering abdominal, gynaecological and/or obstetric ultrasound
• Confident in independently performing and reporting ultrasound scans
• Hold a UK driving licence and have access to transport for travel to community locations

Training and development opportunities are in high supply here, whether you are interested in clinical or leadership development courses we’ll support you in finding the best way to grow. You’ll be involved in clinical audit, clinical governance sessions, dedicated journal clubs, departmental meetings and courses/seminars relevant to the role.

Innovation is central at the Royal Devon; we were the first trust in the UK to use our electronic record in the community, and we’ve developed non-traditional roles within Allied Health Professions including a Research and Innovation Lead.

A healthy work-life balance is essential and North Devon is a great place to enjoy it. North Devon District Hospital is situated close to fantastic beaches and breath-taking coastline, with Exmoor national park on our doorstep. North Devon, known as England’s adventure coast, has an outstanding beauty protection status and has recently become the first place in the UK to be selected as a World surfing reserve.

This role attracts a relocation support package to help you settle into life in North Devon. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Interview Date: To be confirmed.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

Benefits include access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options, and salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter. You will also have access to the NHS Pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, and flexible working schemes.

If you’re starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You’ll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we’d love to hear from you.