JOB DESCRIPTION
Advanced Practitioner Sonographer
Various Locations across Manchester, Greater Manchester, Yorkshire
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 vascular/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 Northern Medical Ultrasound 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 undertake any equipment tests as part of NMU quality assurance program and to report any equipment faults to the service manager.
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 develop.
Qualifications:
· Diploma of College of Radiographers or BSc (Hons) Radiography (or equivalent)
· Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound
· Registered with the HPC and SOR
· Eligibility to reside and work in the UK
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.
Desirable - 2 years post qualification experience gained in NHS trust practice
Management and Administrative Experience:
· Ability to organise and manage ultrasound lists and priorities.
· Ability and willingness to work within the company performance framework and quality targets.
Desirable - Experience of clinical audit.
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 & requirements of Clinical Governance and Audit.