Ultrasonographer Band 6

Job details

• Branch: Belfast HSCT
• Location: ROYAL BELFAST HOSPITAL FOR SICK CHILDREN
• Salary: Band 6 (£38,682 - £46,580)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Opening Date: 04/09/26
• Closes: Fri, 18 September 2026 @ 4:30 PM
• Interview Dates: TBC

Notes

Accept online applications only, A waiting list may be created for similar posts that may arise while the waiting list is live, this may include temporary or part-time posts. This will be managed in line with the updated HSC waiting list principles effective from 1 April 2026. Where a part-time waiting list is required, one part-time waiting list will be created- regardless of any specific hours advertised, this waiting list will cover all future vacancies where part-time posts arise. A part-time post is defined as any post that has less than 37.5 hours per week. Please remember to save or print a copy of the job description before submitting your application, as it will not be accessible afterwards. Flexible Working We welcome flexible working requests from day one. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working options. The options available for this post will depend on the requirements of the role. Find out more about flexible working options on our website.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POST: Ultrasonographer

BAND: 6

LOCATION: RBHSC Imaging, Belfast Health & Social Care Trust

DIRECTORATE: Imaging, Medical Physics & Outpatients Division

REPORTS TO: Radiology Site Lead / USS Lead Radiographer

RESPONSIBLE TO: Clinical and Radiology Site Leads

Job Summary / Main Purpose

Assist in the provision of the Ultrasound service as a core worker, with the requirement to rotate though other Imaging modalities within the department as required.

Main Duties / Responsibilities

For each of the following, the postholder will

Demonstrate and maintain high standards of clinical Imaging and patient focused care with particular reference to Ultrasound Imaging.

To perform a range of ultrasound procedures which may include abdominal and pelvic sonography, musculoskeletal sonography and vascular sonography.

Supervise radiographic staff, students and support staff in Ultrasound and other areas of the radiography service as required.

Help identify training needs and assist in an effective training programme.

Responsible for the care, cleanliness and use of Imaging equipment in accordance with department policies. To report and record all environmental defects, equipment faults and incidents to the line manager.

To perform general radiographic duties, including all specialised Imaging modalities within the Directorate to preset quality standards.

To assist in the operational management and co-ordination of resources in the department.

To actively participate in the Directorate’s Quality Assurance Programme, including responsibility for the operational aspects of quality assurance in Ultrasound.

Communicate effectively with patients, staff and the public including those with specific needs e.g. those with learning difficulties and challenging behaviours

Undertake the duties of the post in accordance with the Trust and department policies including standard operating procedures (SOP), Health and Safety at Work Order (1978), and to act as an IRMER duty holder when required under the guidelines in the Trust’s Employer’s Procedures.

When required, comply with Ionising Radiations Regulations (N.I.) 2017 and Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (N.I.) 2018 and observe departmental Local Rules and protocols involving Ionising radiation.

Take responsibility for their own professional development in the role, in accordance with HCPC professional Continuous Professional Development (CPD) requirements.

Participate in the on-call/shift/out-of-hours duty/cross-site working as required by the service.

Participate in weekend working as part of a normal working week as required by the service.

To perform any other duties in the Radiology Directorate deemed appropriate to the grade by the Radiology Site Lead.

PROFESSIONAL

To perform the following scans to a high standard in accordance with directorate protocols and guidelines for ultrasound:

RBHSC – Paediatric cranial / abdominal / pelvic / musculoskeletal / small parts / DDH.

Service developments may lead to additional scanning opportunities.

To perform and maintain high standards of clinical imaging and personalised patient care in accordance with Directorate and Trust standards.

To assist the Ultrasound Lead and Lead Radiologist in any duties relating to the provision of an efficient and effective ultrasound service.

To be responsible for the care, cleanliness and use of equipment in the work area in line with Directorate policies. To report and record all equipment faults to the line manager.

To undertake duties on rotation as required by the Imaging Site Lead and Team Lead Radiographers.

To take responsibility for their own professional development in the role, in accordance with professional CPD requirements, with evidence of an interest of further study.

ADMINISTRATION

Maintain accurate records of all examinations

Assist in compiling and reviewing SOPs relating to the ultrasound service.

Assist in the daily operational management of the Imaging department as required.

Promote good interpersonal relationships within and between departments through effective communication.

PERSONNEL

Participate in the Staff Development review programme to identify training needs to your Line Manager/Imaging Site Lead.

EDUCATIONAL

Maintain and regularly update individual CPD in keeping with the demands of the post

To participate in multi-disciplinary Clinical Audit and Directorate QA program.

To maintain and improve performance through personal audit and peer review.

To assist in the teaching and training of all staff involved in ultrasound and other imaging modalities.

Undertake mandatory training as required by the Trust.

General Responsibilities

Employees of the Trust are required to promote and support the mission and vision of the service for which they are responsible and:

At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.

The post holder will promote and support effective teamwork, fostering a culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with Belfast Trust’s Whistleblowing Policy and their professional code of conduct, where applicable.

Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them.

Comply with the Trust’s Smoke Free Policy.

Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations.

Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their employment.

Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision.

Maintain high standards of personal accountability.

Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct.

Information Governance

All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek advice if in doubt.

For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR

Environmental Cleaning Strategy

The Trusts Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognizes the key principle that “Cleanliness matters is everyone’s responsibility, not just the cleaners” Whilst there are staff employed who are responsible for cleaning services, all Trust staff have a responsibility to ensure a clean, comfortable, safe environment for patients, clients, residents, visitors, staff and members of the general public.

Infection Prevention and Control

The Belfast Trust is committed to reducing Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) and all staff have a part to play in making this happen. Staff must comply with all policies in relation to Infection Prevention and Control and with ongoing reduction strategies. Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions must be used at all times to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

This includes

Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the appropriate times (WHO ‘5 moments’);

Using the correct ‘7 step’ hand hygiene technique;

Being ‘bare below the elbows’ when in a clinical environment;

Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on intranet);

Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);

Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and laundry;

Ensuring all medical devices (equipment) are decontaminated appropriately i.e. cleaned, disinfected and/or sterilised;

Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions.

Personal Public Involvement

Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider community were relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust’s ongoing commitment to Personal Public Involvement (PPI).

Please use the link below to access the PPI standards leaflet for further information.

http://www.publichealth.hscni.net/sites/default/files/PPI_leaflet.pdf

Clause: This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust.

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION

JOB TITLE AND BAND: Band 6 Ultrasonographer

DEPARTMENT / DIRECTORATE: Imaging (RBHSC) / Imaging, Medical Physics &

Outpatients Division

Notes to applicants

You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria.

Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out below, using the information provided by you on your application form. Please note the Trust reserves the right to use any desirable criteria outlined below at shortlisting. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet the desirable criteria.

Proof of qualifications and/or professional registration will be required if an offer of employment is made – if you are unable to provide this, the offer may be withdrawn.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will initially be measured at shortlisting stage although may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage.

You should therefore make it clear on your application form whether or not you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is stated below.

Factor

Criteria

Method of Assessment

Experience

Qualifications

Registration

Experience B.Sc. (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or DCRR or equivalent qualification in radiographic practice recognised by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

HCPC Registration at time of appointment.

Minimum of 2 years recent radiographic experience, post qualification, in a hospital with a wide range of modern Imaging modalities and designated paediatric Imaging.

1 years’ experience in Paediatric ultrasound practice.

Completion of or in the process of attaining a postgraduate qualification in the technical / clinical aspects of abdominal ultrasound.

Shortlisting by Application Form

Other (e.g. Driving etc.)

Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post.

Must be willing to be flexible and available to participate in night duty/shift/on-call/weekend/cross-site working as required.

Where disability prohibits driving, this criteria will be waived if the applicant is able to organise suitable alternative arrangements’.

Knowledge

Skills

Abilities

Sound planning & organisational skills with an ability to prioritise workloads, working to timescales and co-ordinate a complex workload

Sound knowledge of Ultrasound scanning techniques

Good clinical knowledge (anatomy, physiology and pathologies).

Knowledge of current trends and technological developments within the profession.

Ability to communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams

Ability to use own initiative, adapt in a changing environment.

Committed to Continuous Professional Development and be willing to undertake other training as required

Capable of working alone and as part of a team.

Interview

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

Desirable criteria will ONLY be used where it is necessary to introduce additional job related criteria to ensure files are manageable. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how you meet these. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Commitment and evidence of professional and academic development.

Experience in paediatric ultrasound.

Other

IT skills including RIS and PACs systems

A clear understanding of Quality Standards and Safe Systems of Work in ultrasound.

NOTE

Where educational/professional qualifications form part of the criteria you will be required, if shortlisted for interview, to produce original certificates and one photocopy of same issued by the appropriate authority. Only those certificates relevant to the shortlisting criteria should be produced. If educational certificates are not available an original letter and photocopy of same detailing examination results from your school or college will be accepted as an alternative.

If successful you will be required to produce documentary evidence that you are legally entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom. This documentation can be a P45, Payslip, National Insurance Card or a Birth Certificate confirming birth in the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland. Failure to produce evidence will result in a non-appointment.

Where a post involves working in regulated activity with vulnerable groups, post holders will be required to register with the Independent Safeguarding Authority.

HSC Values

Whilst employees will be expected to portray all the values, particular attention is drawn to the following values for this role.