92179 Sonographer in Glasgow

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Sonographer (with a keen interest in Obstetric Ultrasound)/Midwife Sonographer) to join our friendly and dedicated imaging team.  Hours for the post are negotiable. 

We are a busy department, proud to deliver a high quality, patient focussed service that is continually evolving as we adapt to changing service demands.  We work across 2 sites in Dumfries & Stranraer where you would be expected to provide cover.  

As well as Obstetric Ultrasound examinations, our ultrasound service covers a range of clinical duties including General, Gynaecological, Vascular, MSK and Paediatric Ultrasound examinations.  

Motivation is key to the role as we are a forward looking team continually investing in practise development, to help meet the needs of the individual and the service. 
We are also acutely aware that job health is important to aiding job satisfaction.  To help promote this approach we endeavour to ensure booked scanning lists are realistic and we strive to continually improve practise ergonomics. 

Dumfries is located in the South West of Scotland, with an excellent reputation for its high standard of local schools, college and its university.  Dumfries & Galloway is a popular tourist resort for many outdoor pursuits including golfing, walking, cycling and mountain biking plus lot’s lot’s more!  Dumfries is a town which prides itself on its poetry and culture hosting “The Big Burns Supper” which is held annually in memory of Robert Burns.

As you can imagine living in Dumfries & Galloway provides a different type of lifestyle that the norm;  the place is an area of outstanding beauty whilst you’re able to enjoy the great outdoors there are excellent links to Glasgow, Edinburgh and Newcastle.  Take a look at Visit Scotland- Dumfries which provides further interesting reading about the area: https://www.visitscotland.com/destinations-maps/dumfries-galloway/

For further Information or an informal chat please contact either of the following:
Barbara Woods, Lead Sonographer - barbara.woods@nhs.scot or 01387 241 435
​​​​​​​Linda Hanley, Lead Sonographers - linda.hanley@nhs.scot or 01387 241 435

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​​​​​​​NHS Dumfries and Galloway is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Dumfries and Galloway welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. 

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