Job summary
Department : Ultrasound
Location: Manchester, Stockport based) Community Ultrasound NHS
Salary: £44,500 per annum , Negotiable based on experience. Full and part time hours available.
Beacon Medical Services Group is a well-established provider of community ultra sound for the NHS. Our Ultrasound Service is a model of excellence and because of continued year on year growth we are now recruiting additional Sonographers to join our team. 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.
Main duties of the job
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.
Prime responsibility
To contribute to the
provision of the highest standards of sonography practice and patient care, in
accordance with company standards, procedures and protocols.
Accountable to:
Clinical Director
and Lead Sonographer
About us
We
are commissioned by the NHS to provide Ultra sound at the various locations,
across Stockport . We deliver non obstetric ultrasound using the latest GE Mobile machines. 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.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from
all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.
Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required. If
you are suitably qualified and are passionate about delivering quality care,
then please apply today
In
return we provide:
·
Excellent competitive rates of Pay
·
Full Indemnity Cover
·
Support clinical worker in every
clinic
·
Use of latest mobile equipment (state
of the art)
·
Participate in regular clinical
meetings and CPD
·
Team spirit and invitation to company
social events
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
Prime responsibility
To contribute to the
provision of the highest standards of sonography practice and patient care, in
accordance with company standards, procedures and protocols.
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
of Beacon Medical 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 Beacon
Medical 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)
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
Prime responsibility
To contribute to the
provision of the highest standards of sonography practice and patient care, in
accordance with company standards, procedures and protocols.
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
of Beacon Medical 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 Beacon
Medical 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)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- PERSON SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Qualifications
- Diploma of College of Radiographers or BSc Hons Radiography or equivalent
- Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound
- Registered with the HCPC and On the RCT register
- Eligibility to reside and work in the UK
Desirable
- Clinical Experience
- To be able to work independently in all main areas of Ultrasound practice
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of ultrasound procedures
- 2 years post qualification experience gained in NHS trust practice
- Ability to organise and manage ultrasound lists and priorities
- Ability and willingness to work within the company performance framework and quality targets
- Other Attributes
- Ability to work in a team
- Scan and report independently
- Good interpersonal skills
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Ability to communicate effectively with referrers GPs & other healthcare Professionals as required
- Commitment to CPD and requirements of Clinical Governance and Audit
Experience
Essential
- ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Qualifications
- Diploma of College of Radiographers or BSc (Hons) Radiography (or equivalent
- Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound
- Registered with the HCPC and On the RCT register
- Eligibility to reside and work in the UK
Desirable
- Experience of working in primary care
Other Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a team
- Scan and report independently
- Good interpersonal skills
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Ability to communicate effectively with referrers GPs & other healthcare Professionals as required
- Commitment to CPD and requirements of Clinical Governance and Audit
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- PERSON SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Qualifications
- Diploma of College of Radiographers or BSc Hons Radiography or equivalent
- Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound
- Registered with the HCPC and On the RCT register
- Eligibility to reside and work in the UK
Desirable
- Clinical Experience
- To be able to work independently in all main areas of Ultrasound practice
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of ultrasound procedures
- 2 years post qualification experience gained in NHS trust practice
- Ability to organise and manage ultrasound lists and priorities
- Ability and willingness to work within the company performance framework and quality targets
- Other Attributes
- Ability to work in a team
- Scan and report independently
- Good interpersonal skills
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Ability to communicate effectively with referrers GPs & other healthcare Professionals as required
- Commitment to CPD and requirements of Clinical Governance and Audit
Experience
Essential
- ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Qualifications
- Diploma of College of Radiographers or BSc (Hons) Radiography (or equivalent
- Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound
- Registered with the HCPC and On the RCT register
- Eligibility to reside and work in the UK
Desirable
- Experience of working in primary care
Other Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a team
- Scan and report independently
- Good interpersonal skills
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Ability to communicate effectively with referrers GPs & other healthcare Professionals as required
- Commitment to CPD and requirements of Clinical Governance and Audit
Desirable
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).
Additional information
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).
