Sonographer

• Undertake a range of ultrasound examinations independently, in line with company, NHS, local, regional and national guidelines.
• Provide a complete ultrasound scanning and reporting service within your scope of practice.
• Interpret ultrasound images and produce accurate, comprehensive diagnostic reports, including recommendations for further investigation or referral where appropriate.
• Work in accordance with relevant Trust protocols when delivering services on NHS Trust sites.
• Seek Radiologist review of reports where clinically appropriate and use feedback to support ongoing professional development.
• Deliver a high standard of patient care in a safe, clean and professional environment.
• Manage ultrasound sessions effectively, working closely with Diagnostic Imaging Assistants to maintain an efficient patient pathway.
• Support clinic preparation, including equipment set-up and PACS/image uploading where required.
• Manage changing patient demands and maintain a calm and professional approach in challenging situations.
• Communicate effectively with patients, referrers, clinicians and colleagues, including communicating complex or sensitive information appropriately.
• Contribute to the training and development of students, radiographers, medical staff and other healthcare professionals where required.
• Participate in clinical audit, governance and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments and best practice within medical ultrasound.
• Maintain professional standards and comply with all relevant company and NHS policies and procedures.
• Promote equality, diversity, dignity and respect in all interactions.
• Comply with health and safety, infection control, safeguarding and confidentiality requirements.

• Relevant postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound, such as DMU, PGC/D or equivalent.
• Current professional registration, such as HCPC registration, where applicable.
• Strong clinical experience and competence across the ultrasound examinations within your scope of practice.
• Ability to scan and report independently, exercising sound clinical judgement.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain procedures and provide sensitive information to patients.
• Ability to work confidently with patients who may be anxious, distressed or have complex needs.
• Good understanding of professional standards, clinical governance, patient confidentiality and safeguarding.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining CPD and fitness to practise.
• Experience using PACS and patient management systems.
• Flexibility to work across different locations and respond to service requirements.

• Maintain appropriate professional registration and CPD.
• Participate in appraisal and relevant training.
• Adhere to company, NHS and site-specific policies and procedures.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with data protection requirements.

Essential

• Relevant postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound, such as DMU, PGC/D or equivalent.

Essential

• Current professional registration, such as HCPC registration, where applicable.
• Strong clinical experience and competence across the ultrasound examinations within your scope of practice.
• Ability to scan and report independently, exercising sound clinical judgement