Sonographer Community Ultrasound (NHS Provider)
Locations: Thames Ditton, Worcester Park, Epsom (Other Surrey sites: Leatherhead, Tadworth, Caterham, Redhill and Dorking)
We are an NHS community provider delivering non‑obstetric ultrasound across GP practices and community hospitals. Join our friendly multidisciplinary team and play a key role in supporting clinicians and guiding patient care.
What You Will Do
* Perform a broad range of non‑obstetric ultrasound exams.
* Independently report findings.
* Work autonomously within supportive community settings.
* Contribute to service development and training initiatives.
What We Are Looking For
* Registered sonographer.
* UK experience with strong general ultrasound skills.
* Confident with transvaginal scanning.
What We Offer
* Flexible full‑time or part‑time sessions.
* A positive, balanced working environment.
* Opportunities to grow with our expanding MSK service.
Main Duties of the Job
* Carry out detailed ultrasound examinations and record diagnostic images to PACS.
* Interpret and report the findings in a concise and diagnostic format, maintaining high‑quality patient care.
* Run own lists and timings, integrating with site teams and ensuring efficient patient pathways.
* Produce thorough diagnostic reports using EMIS and SystmOne platforms for patient history and pathology.
Operational Requirements
* Support effective planning, development, organisation and delivery of ultrasound services.
* Keep stock control of consumable items and place orders as necessary.
* Ensure equipment is used appropriately and maintained daily.
* Attend staff meetings and take appropriate actions.
* Help identify, devise and perform audit and research for service improvement.
Continual Professional Development (CPD)
* Take advantage of in‑service training and other self‑development opportunities.
* Maintain advanced technical standards, attend relevant courses and show evidence of CPD.
* Actively participate in audit and clinical governance activities.
* Seek innovative practices to improve local service delivery.
Person Specification
Skills and Aptitudes
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* High attention to detail.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Pro‑active multitasker.
* Good time management.
* Experience managing competing priorities.
* Clear problem solver who seeks solutions independently.
Qualifications
* Relevant professional qualification (DMU, PgD or MSC in Medical Ultrasound).
* HCPC registered or equivalent professional registration.
* Documented evidence of CPD.
* Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle (mobile role).
* In‑depth knowledge and expertise in medical ultrasound and proven UK experience.
* Post‑graduate qualification at Masters level, e.g., MSC Ultrasound.
Attributes
* Presentable appearance.
* Good team worker.
* Reliable.
* Trustworthy.
* Pro‑active and committed.
Knowledge
* Wide knowledge of ultrasound examinations and pathology.
* Ability to integrate ultrasound images, laboratory results, patient history and medical records.
* Numeracy and good standard of English.
* Ability to work with a diverse group of people at all levels.
* Good standard of IT skills (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, internet/web).
* Advanced IT skills and knowledge of EMIS or SystmOne systems.
* Experience with audit and research.
Experience
* Effectively operate a variety of ultrasound machines.
* Independently report on ultrasound examinations.
* Strong clinical judgement and decision‑making.
* Ability to review images and assess need for further imaging.
* Experience with NHS databases EMIS, SystmOne.
* Proven previous experience of working within the NHS in a similar role.
* Experience of audit and research, and MSK experience.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required for any previous convictions.
Salary: £65,000 to £75,000 per annum FTE (depending on experience).
Work Eligibility: Applicants must hold the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
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