The post holder will be a qualified sonographer, ideally holding a BSc in diagnostic radiography and a post graduate qualification in ultrasound scanning.
The post holder must be able to work independently within the general ultrasound department, at any Trust site, ideally have MSK or obstetric scanning experience and be accountable for their own professional actions.
They must be able to assess and action ultrasound requests, giving advice and reports to patients and clinicians.
They will be responsible for carrying out specialised sonographic imaging to a high standard and in a professional manner, providing diagnosis as appropriate at the time of examination.
The post holder will be working closely within a multidisciplinary team, deputising in the absence of senior staff.
Assess and action ultrasound requests for a wide range of general ultrasound scans, giving advice and reports to patients and clinicians.
Independently carry out sonographic imaging to a high standard and in a professional manner, providing diagnosis as appropriate at the time of the examination.
Interpret complex data in order to ascertain and identify any pathological or incidental findings.
Take responsibility for the care of the patient whilst undertaking the examination, modifying or adapting techniques as necessary.
Our department has a clear ultrasound staff structure which includes a consultant radiographer, advanced practitioners, sonographers, trainee sonographers and radiology department assistants. Our sonographers deliver a wide range of examinations including obstetrics, gynaecology, general abdominal, vascular, small parts, MSK and paediatrics across both sites.
We have advanced Clinical Specialist Sonographers in our team who as well as taking a key role in training also lead the EPU clinic, the vascular service and carry out FNAs and biopsies in our dedicated Head and Neck service.
With such a diverse range of services, the department provides excellent opportunities for postgraduate clinical development and supports CPD through internal and external training courses. We have an ongoing commitment to upskill our sonographer workforce, and to free up radiologists to cover other complex specialised imaging examinations.
We actively encourage our team to participate in non-clinical activities, such as audit and clinical vetting in line with Pan London guidance.
Our People Are Our Greatest Asset. When We Feel Supported And Happy At Work, This Positivity Reaches Those Very People We Are Here For, The Patients. Engaged Employees Perform At Their Best And Our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Initiatives Contribute To Cultivate a Culture Of Engagement. We Have Four Staff Networks, a Corporate EDI Team And a Suite Of Programmes And Events Which Aim To Insert The 5 Aspirations
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Johnathan Mason Job title: General Ultrasound Lead Email address: johnathan.mason@nhs.net Telephone number: 0208 836 6990
Zojila Prossor
Cross Site Ultrasound Modality Lead
zojila.prossor@nhs.net
