Job summary
To perform a wide range of ultrasound scans this could include renal, abdominal, DVT Doppler, gynaecological and some small parts according to Department Protocols, this excludes maternity services.
Maintain a high standard of clinical expertise and care for the patient.
Scan and independently report own workload of patients, providing written reports to the referring clinician.
Participate in research, audit, quality control as part of the wider healthcare team as required.
Main duties of the job
Main duties include:
- Ultrasound scanning of MSK and independent injections for joints
- Vetting and protocolling of requests
- Dealing with referrer clinical queries regarding referrals or reports
- teaching registrars/ trainee US staff
- directing RDAs as required
- Supporting training of new RDAs
- Reporting audit
- support updating of local documentation pertaining to US
- Basic QA of equipment
About us
Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.
We specialise in conditions of the eyes (corneoplastics), hands, head and neck cancer and skin cancer, reconstructive breast surgery, maxillofacial surgery and prosthetics, providing regional and national services in these areas of clinical expertise.Our world-leading clinical teams also treat more common conditions of the eyes, hands, skin, and teeth for the people of East Grinstead and the surrounding areas. In addition, QVH provides a minor injuries unit, expert therapies, a sleep service, and a growing portfolio of community-based services.Patients consistently rate QVH amongst the top hospitals in the country for quality of care.
Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a 10.5 hour per week role and is currently a fixed term for 18 months meaning this role will not support overseas candidates. Only registered autonomous injector MSK trained sonographers or physios will be considered for the role at the moment.
As listed previously but for more specific queries, please contact Caroline Hall or Jenny Harvey.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a 10.5 hour per week role and is currently a fixed term for 18 months meaning this role will not support overseas candidates. Only registered autonomous injector MSK trained sonographers or physios will be considered for the role at the moment.
As listed previously but for more specific queries, please contact Caroline Hall or Jenny Harvey.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Autonomous injector >6 months
- NHS experience as MSK sonographer
- Physio or Radiographer trained or overseas medical background
Desirable
- Autonomous injector > 2 years
Skills
Essential
- MSK Ultrasound
- Training of registrars or MSK sonographers
Desirable
- Autonomous injector > 2 years
- Willingness to learn new skills
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Autonomous injector >6 months
- NHS experience as MSK sonographer
- Physio or Radiographer trained or overseas medical background
Desirable
- Autonomous injector > 2 years
Skills
Essential
- MSK Ultrasound
- Training of registrars or MSK sonographers
Desirable
- Autonomous injector > 2 years
- Willingness to learn new skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
