Job Title | Advanced Practitioner in Ultrasound |
Location | Manchester, Stockport based |
Job Type | Permanent |
Speciality | Advanced Practitioner in Ultrasound |
Rates | £44,500 per annum , negotiable based on experience |
Description
We are looking for highly motivated UK experienced Sonographers to join our well established clinical team. You will be working alongside a great team of professionals that are passionate about delivering an excellent patient experience and maintaining the highest standards at all times.
Job Purpose
To work autonomously in providing a ultrasound service to scan a wide selection of patients, creating a written report on the results and discussing these, when appropriate, with the patient. A minimum of a post-graduate certificate in Medical Ultrasound, clinical expertise and excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential requirements.
Scope
The post holder will be required to work flexibly to support the Ultrasound service within clinics across several sites. This may include working with different teams and environments on a regular basis. The range of ultrasound we provide, include abdominal, general medicine, pelvis and superficial imaging. MSK ultrasound skills are an advantage. The Sonographer will have a minimum of two years postgraduate experience in medical ultrasound from a C.A.S.E Accredited UK University.
Key tasks/responsibilities:
- To provide general abdominal, pelvic, small parts and MSK (if appropriately trained) ultrasound scanning services in conjunction with other Sonographers and health care professionals.
- To independently perform ultrasound scanning duties to the required standards and to produce a clinical report for each ultrasound scan undertaken.
- To undertake any administrative duties that may be necessary for speedy progression of patients and patient results.
- To actively participate in matters concerning clinical governance, clinical audit and assessment.
- To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
- To adhere to company policy and procedures in terms of health and safety, data protection and confidentiality.
- To give full co-operation in any investigations of a complaint or untoward incident and comply with company procedure to that effect.
- To ensure that professional and technical knowledge/expertise is kept up to date and to maintain a portfolio to show evidence of personal professional development.
- To be able to work independently within a clearly defined set of protocols and make informed clinical decisions .
- For each examination undertaken, a comprehensive diagnostic report will be formulated .
- They will be accountable for their own professional actions (including reporting)
For more information, please get in touch with Rahul on +44(0) 203 411 5531 or email on rahul@permhire.co.uk