RESPONSIBILITIES Demonstrate knowledge in a range of complex cardiac pathologies. Perform diagnostic echocardiography using advanced techniques such as 4D and GLS to produce a clinically comprehensive report in accordance with BSE guidelines and local standards/protocols. Perform echocardiography in a range of settings, including portable scans at bedside, ITU and cath labs. Assist in monitoring stock levels of technical equipment, resolving any shortfalls as appropriate. Promote a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care within the Trust, ensuring a patient-centred approach to care. Actively encourage the development of innovative practices within the department, such as advanced clinical practice. Shared responsibility for the Quality Assurance of all Clinical Sonographers & Cardiac Physiologists working within echocardiography specialism. Adhere to infection control guidelines including correct use of PPE and uniform policy. Education Provide training, mentorship and support to junior staff, SpRs and Echo Fellows, with a view to improve their echo knowledge and skills. Assist in echocardiography education throughout the Trust, including medical students, PTP and STP trainees. Maintain own proficiency in echo and other technical skills by keeping up to date with current guidelines. Ensure that own mandatory training certificates are current. Actively participate in his/her own performance review and own professional development. Maintain BSE and/or other transthoracic echocardiography accreditation. Maintain/ work towards additional professional accreditation as appropriate. Actively participate in the education sessions and journal club. MANAGERIAL Co-ordinate inpatient lists and effectively triage inpatient and outpatient referrals in order of clinical priority as per BSE guidelines and local standards/protocols. Liaise with the administration team to book clinically urgent appointments. Manage your own workload and ensure all reports are complete within a timely manner. PROFESSIONAL The post holder has a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act of 1974 and all other relevant legislation in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post. The post holder will carry out their duties with due regard to the Trusts Human Resources Policy, Standing Financial Instructions and other relevant Policies of the Trust To observe the rules, policies and procedures of Kings College Hospital NHS Trust To maintain satisfactory personal performance and quality standards and to achieve where possible objectives agreed in the Annual Staff Appraisal system. To ensure that acceptable standards of data protection are maintained in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1984 To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of patient records and staff information: any unauthorised breach of confidentiality may result in disciplinary action This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties may change over time and this description may be subject to review after discussion with post