Sonographer

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To maintain a high level of clinical expertise in Ultrasound imaging and reporting. To oversee and assist in the training of new staff and continuous development of departmental staff within the area to enable adequate cover and to meet on-going demands of the service.

Provide a report based on the ultrasound findings, and suggesting a diagnosis or differential diagnosis and advising follow up where appropriate

Recognise when the findings require urgent follow up or referral and take appropriate action. When unusual findings are observed outside the post holders area of expertise, advice will be sought from appropriate others.

To assist in the development, documentation and monitoring of protocols for working practice within the Ultrasound areas. To review on a regular basis and when changes are introduced.

To ensure 'housekeeping' duties are carried out to ensure electronic systems are kept up to date. To include justification of ultrasound request thus ensuring timely appointment booking.

To assist in monitoring the quality of service to patients and where appropriate participate in the development and implementation of proposals for improving services.

To contribute fully in the regular setting, monitoring and review of performance and quality management of all aspects of the Ultrasound service.

To be responsible for the care and comfort of the patient whilst they are in Ultrasound areas respecting their privacy, dignity, religious and cultural beliefs.

To ensure that the non-medical staff are aware of the Trust's complaints procedure and ensure that complaints are dealt with in accordance with this procedure.

To work closely with all Clinical Leads to provide optimum patient care and constantly seek ways of improving standards and performance.

To participate in and promote research and audit within the Ultrasound areas to support good practice and provide documentation accordingly.

Organise, plan and prioritise workload according to clinical need. Take responsibility for and organise sections of the department as required including undertaking the role of Senior Co-ordinator.

Monitor the capacity and demand of the service and assist in reviewing working practices to accommodate any shift in requirements.

Person specification

Communication

Essential criteria

• Understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality
• An understanding of team working and of own contribution to the team

Trust Value

Essential criteria

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Qualified Sonographer with MSC, DMU, Post Graduate Diploma or certificate in Medical Ultrasound
• HCPC registration or RCT registration

Desirable criteria

• DQASS

Experience

Essential criteria

• Ability to perform abdomen, obstetrics and/or gynaecological
• Independent reporting

Planning and Organization

Essential criteria

• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to use and act on own initiative

Additional Information

Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.

Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.

UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.

Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.

UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.

The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.

COVID 19 Risk Assessment

Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.

The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.

If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.

Covid Vaccination Status

Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.

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