Sonographer

January 11, 2024
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Job Description

Global Healthcare Jobs, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency looking for an experienced and dedicated Sonographer to work in Birmingham on a full-time basis.

The salary for this permanent Sonographer job is £50,000 – £58,000 per annum.

Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday)

Benefits:

  • Competitive annual salary
  • Enhanced annual leave (25 days plus bank holidays)
  • Buying additional leave (optional)
  • Car allowance and mileage rates
  • Free on-site parking
  • Overtime enhancement
  • Company sick pay
  • Private medical insurance
  • Company pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Bi-annual company events
  • Discounts and offers
  • Employee referral scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme

Main Duties:

  • Conduct a variety of ultrasound examinations according to established guidelines, demonstrating proficiency in unsupervised scanning sessions.
  • Deliver comprehensive ultrasound scanning and reporting services within your defined scope of practice, utilising analytical and judgmental skills to interpret ultrasound images and provide accurate examination reports.
  • Adhere to Trust protocols and policies when working on Trust sites, ensuring compliance and maintaining high standards of practice.
  • Collaborate with referring clinicians and, when necessary, request Radiologist review of reports, reflecting a commitment to continuous professional development.
  • Uphold exceptional patient care in a safe and clean environment, in alignment with Diagnostic Healthcare and Trust policies.
  • Efficiently manage clinic sessions, working alongside Diagnostic Imaging Assistants to ensure a smooth patient experience.
  • Contribute to the training of other medical staff, including radiographers and medical professionals, as agreed with the Clinical Regional Lead Sonographer.
  • Actively participate in audit and clinical governance activities under the guidance of the Clinical Regional Lead Sonographer.
  • Embrace lifelong learning, consistently engaging in continuing professional development and staying current with developments in medical ultrasound.
  • Maintain personal and professional standards of excellence in ultrasound practice and patient care.

Requirements of the Sonographer:

  • Relevant professional qualification (DMU, PgD or MSc in Medical Ultrasound) and professional registration (e.g., HCPC).
  • Valid driving license and access to a vehicle (desirable).
  • Competency in Obstetrics.
  • In-depth clinical knowledge and expertise in medical ultrasound gained through post-graduate qualifications and practical experience.
  • Strong clinical judgment and the ability to make critical decisions based on knowledge, skills, and experience.
  • Proficiency in using patient management databases and PACS systems.

Contact:

This Sonographer job is advertised by Ryan Mann; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients’ requirements.

As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Global Healthcare Jobs is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Global Healthcare Jobs takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Global Healthcare Jobs is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process.

Reasonable Adjustments:
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.