About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a General Sonographer to support our Diagnostic World ultrasound services across Walsall.
Main duties of the job
To provide NOUS diagnostics to patients on behalf of the company whilst adhering to the highest quality standards of ultrasound Practice patient care, in accordance with company standards, procedures and protocols.
About us
Diagnostic World are a leading provider of NHS and Private healthcare with services delivered from Community Diagnostic Centres and Community Health Centres. Within our service offering, we provide Non-Obstetric Ultrasound and Echocardiography services to patients across England on a referred and self-referred basis.
Job description Job responsibilities
What you are responsible for:
Undertake ultrasound procedures in line with existing modality specific clinical guidelines and protocols (aligned with RCR & SOR Standards).Ability to perform patient scans within a 15-minute appointment slot.Undertake examinations in line with the patient referrals adhering to organisational guidelines.Manage a safe, effective, caring and well led environment responsive to our patients, customer and staff requirements.Support the Clinical Lead and Training Lead when required.Support the Operational Management Team with operational queries and participate in team meetings ensuring effective communication within the service.Support the Clinic HCA as required to ensure the smooth running of the clinic.Assist trainee sonographers and other colleagues in the achievement of their learning outcomes. To participate in individual performance review (appraisal) on an annual basis. To hold, and when required exchange with colleagues, company assets required to carry out service effectively.Additional/ad-hoc responsibilities:
Second opinion on discrepancy cases and involvement in peer-to-peer auditAdvice on a complaint/incidentAssist with recruitment when requiredJoin Clinical Advisory Board meetings when requested and assist in the review of reporting guidelines
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Minimum 12 months NHS experience
Qualifications Essential
Hold a minimum of a PGD in Ultrasound (or equivalent) and be a member of an appropriate professional body with valid registration. Have significant clinical experience as a qualified sonographer, undertaking a wide range of NOUS procedures at a minimum, General, Gynaecology and small parts. Hold excellent scanning and reporting skills. Hold a full clean UK driving licence and have access to a car. Demonstrate an appreciation of patient care. Be resident in an area which is reasonably commutable to the location of the role. To apply, please send your CV to [email protected]
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Diagnostic World
Address Walsall station
Saddlers Centre
Walsall
West Midlands
WS2 9JS
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.diagnosticworld.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)