Sonographer for Women’s Health

To undertake ultrasound examinations competently as per departmental protocols.

To report on ultrasound findings accurately and professionally asper departmental protocols.

To develop and maintain a high professional and technical knowledge base and standard of work.

To supervise the general welfare of patients whilst in the department.

To be responsible for the safe conduct of all examinations in thearea of responsibility.

To assist with and undertake research and departmental audits inthe unit.

To maintain Nuchal Translucency certification by annual audit tomaintain standards.

To counsel patients regarding 1st Trimester screening for chromosomal abnormality and refer as appropriate.

Responsible for the day to day management of any staff within sphere of responsibility.

Participate in the orientation and development of new staff.

Participate in the appraisal of untrained staff as appropriate.

Ensure accurate and clear records are kept and that all signaturesare legible.

Demonstrate an awareness of the needs of individual teammembers and give support and guidance where necessary.

Participate in departmental meetings and in meetings related to the ongoing review and evaluation of the service.

To be familiar with the use of computers for record keeping, respecting confidentiality in line with the requirements of data protection.

St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

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