Job summary
Modality LLP is a
large-scale provider of NHS Outpatient Services, renowned for its innovative
approach to delivering efficient pathways for patients requiring specialist
care, leading to high-quality patient outcomes. We work in partnership with a
number of hospitals across the country to collaboratively redesign outpatient
services with more care being delivered in community settings.We are looking for
experienced Sonographers who have the skills, knowledge, and experience to
coordinate and provide holistic outpatient diagnostic sonography testing to
patients.
We are seeking dedicated postholders
to join our team and who can display our CARE values: Commitment,
Accountability, Respect and Excellence. Salary for this role is £45,000 - £55,000 per annum WTE.
This job is suitable for
individuals have a passion for working in an agile manner ensuring a
high-quality service is provided. The postholder(s) will be committed to undertake
any other duties commensurate with the role, within the bounds of their own
competence.
As an employee with us you can benefit from
Enrolment
to the NHS pension scheme
Annual
leave minimum 27 days, plus 8 days bank holiday pro rata
Employee
discounts and benefits scheme
Employee
assistance programme (EAP)
Education
and career pathways
Enhanced
Family friendly policies
Flexible
working
Wellbeing
support and initiative
If you are
interested in learning more, please read on
Main duties of the job
To support the Lead Sonographer
in the provision of a professional ultrasound service
To perform and report
independently on a wide range of ultrasound examinations.
Dependent on qualifications this
may include renal, abdominal, Doppler, gynaecological and some small
parts scans
To produce appropriate written
reports for the medical profession and keep accurate records using a combination of
CRIS, Viewpoint, SystmOne and PACS
Communicate potentially
distressing diagnoses directly to patients and refer accordingly.
Maintain a high standard of
patient care and medical ethics
Participate in CPD and other
developmental activities and actively take part in departmental research/audit
Supervise and mentor recently
qualified and student Sonographers
To help maintain the high
standards of the ultrasound service and to encourage working as a team with all
members of staff including HCAs and reception staff
About us
Overview of your organisation
Modality LLP is a provider
of NHS community outpatient services within a number of regions across the UK.
Our service offer and
expertise include:
Over 15 years of experience of
delivering community outpatient services
Contracts with ICBs and hospital
providers
A diverse clinical workforce of
consultants, GPs with extended roles, specialist nurses and allied health
professionals
Delivery of over 150,000 patient
consultations per year
Delivery of 1st consultations
within a maximum of 4 weeks from referral from a choice of community
locations, 7 days per week
Modality LLP is an Equal Opportunities
Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all
our potential applicants in line with the Equality Act, 2010.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting documents section to retrieve the JD
detailing the core responsibilities of this role.
You will love this job if you have a passion for patient care and for
developing and delivering new and innovative patient pathways
If you feel this is the ideal career and looking for a daily challenge,
we welcome an application for you to join our growing team of likeminded
people.
Pre-employment
Vaccinations
As part of recruitment to the Modality Partnership, we will
be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage
individual and environmental risks. We will offer support to those who may be
undecided about vaccinations. Some vaccinations for certain roles are
mandatory, and you will be asked to provide evidence of this where there is a
mandatory requirement.
Right to work checks
All applicants invited for interview will need to prove their
right to work in the UK at the interview stage.
References
References must be secured prior to beginning employment, one
must be your current or most recent employer.
Employment history
You must notify us of any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting documents section to retrieve the JD
detailing the core responsibilities of this role.
You will love this job if you have a passion for patient care and for
developing and delivering new and innovative patient pathways
If you feel this is the ideal career and looking for a daily challenge,
we welcome an application for you to join our growing team of likeminded
people.
Pre-employment
Vaccinations
As part of recruitment to the Modality Partnership, we will
be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage
individual and environmental risks. We will offer support to those who may be
undecided about vaccinations. Some vaccinations for certain roles are
mandatory, and you will be asked to provide evidence of this where there is a
mandatory requirement.
Right to work checks
All applicants invited for interview will need to prove their
right to work in the UK at the interview stage.
References
References must be secured prior to beginning employment, one
must be your current or most recent employer.
Employment history
You must notify us of any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasound
- Certificate / Diploma from the College of Radiographers in Medical Ultrasound or an equivalent international qualification
Skills
Essential
- Complex knowledge of pathologies
- Detailed knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Ultrasound experience with 900 ultrasound scans performed and reported in the last 12 months
- Non-Obstetric Ultrasound with experience of performing the following scans:
- Abdominal
- Gynaecology - Transvaginal
- Renal/ prostate
- Scrotal/testicular
- Musculoskeletal
- Doppler ultrasound experience
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrates clear commitment to the team approach; exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues
- Able to work effectively in a team, supporting others and challenging colleagues views and attitudes when necessary
- Evidence of having worked with the public
- Able to clearly and appropriately convey instructions and ensure patient understanding
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good computer skills
- Ability to adapt to changing and demanding situations
- Able to work unsupervised
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasound
- Certificate / Diploma from the College of Radiographers in Medical Ultrasound or an equivalent international qualification
Skills
Essential
- Complex knowledge of pathologies
- Detailed knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Ultrasound experience with 900 ultrasound scans performed and reported in the last 12 months
- Non-Obstetric Ultrasound with experience of performing the following scans:
- Abdominal
- Gynaecology - Transvaginal
- Renal/ prostate
- Scrotal/testicular
- Musculoskeletal
- Doppler ultrasound experience
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrates clear commitment to the team approach; exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues
- Able to work effectively in a team, supporting others and challenging colleagues views and attitudes when necessary
- Evidence of having worked with the public
- Able to clearly and appropriately convey instructions and ensure patient understanding
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good computer skills
- Ability to adapt to changing and demanding situations
- Able to work unsupervised
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.
