Job summary
We are seeking experienced and highly competent Ultrasound Sonographers to support our expanding NHS insourcing service across two community diagnostic locations. The postholder will deliver a high quality, patient centred ultrasound service with an approximate 50/50 split between Gynaecology and General Ultrasound examinations.
This role is ideal for Sonographers who are confident working autonomously, committed to clinical excellence, and motivated to support waiting list recovery across local NHS services.
Main duties of the job
Perform highquality diagnostic ultrasound examinations in accordance with professional and local clinical guidelines.
Manage a varied caseload including Gynaecology, Abdominal, Renal and Testicular scans.
Produce accurate, timely and clinically robust reports.
Ensure all imaging is appropriately documented and stored in line with GDPR and informationgovernance requirements.
Provide compassionate, patientcentred care, ensuring dignity, comfort and safety at all times.
Work collaboratively with the insourcing team to maintain smooth clinic flow and effective communication.
Contribute to reducing waiting times while maintaining high clinical standards.
Adhere to infection control policies and all relevant NHS and professional regulations.
About us
Established more than 20 years ago, Medinet is the UKs foremost and longest-standing provider of additional elective care services. With invaluable experience and a proven track record, we have provided elective care solutions to over 100 NHS Trusts and Health Boards across the UK and Ireland, safely treating more than 2 million patients.
We offer an unparalleled range of elective care solutions covering secondary care insourcing in local trusts, bespoke modular solutions, community care outsourcing at local facilities, private hospitals and GP providers. Our commitment to providing a full and comprehensive pathway sets us apart from the competition.
We take pride in being elective pathway experts, dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality, cost-effective, and patient-centric care across all elective specialties. Our overarching mission is to improve health outcomes for the UK&I population.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake a full range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations in line with national and local clinical guidelines.
Manage a mixed caseload including Gynaecology, Abdominal, Renal and Testicular scans.
Produce accurate, high quality reports and ensure all imaging is appropriately documented.
Provide compassionate, patient centred care, ensuring dignity, comfort and safety at all times.
Maintain effective communication with the insourcing team, clinic staff and referring clinicians.
Ensure compliance with infection control procedures, GDPR and all relevant governance standards.
Contribute to efficient clinic flow and support the reduction of diagnostic waiting times.
The postholder will work independently within a community diagnostic environment.
The role requires confident clinical decision making and the ability to escalate findings appropriately.
The Sonographer will be expected to adapt to varying clinic demands and maintain high standards of practice.
- The service provides access to high quality, fully maintained ultrasound systems:
All equipment is maintained to a high diagnostic standard to support accurate and efficient scanning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake a full range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations in line with national and local clinical guidelines.
Manage a mixed caseload including Gynaecology, Abdominal, Renal and Testicular scans.
Produce accurate, high quality reports and ensure all imaging is appropriately documented.
Provide compassionate, patient centred care, ensuring dignity, comfort and safety at all times.
Maintain effective communication with the insourcing team, clinic staff and referring clinicians.
Ensure compliance with infection control procedures, GDPR and all relevant governance standards.
Contribute to efficient clinic flow and support the reduction of diagnostic waiting times.
The postholder will work independently within a community diagnostic environment.
The role requires confident clinical decision making and the ability to escalate findings appropriately.
The Sonographer will be expected to adapt to varying clinic demands and maintain high standards of practice.
- The service provides access to high quality, fully maintained ultrasound systems:
All equipment is maintained to a high diagnostic standard to support accurate and efficient scanning.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- MSc, DMU, or Postgraduate Diploma/Certificate in Medical Ultrasound from a CASE accredited programme.
- HCPC or RCT registration.
- Minimum 5 years post qualification experience.
- Demonstrable competency in
- Gynaecology
- Abdominal
- Renal
- Testicular ultrasound
- Ability to work independently within a community clinical environment.
- Uptodate CPD portfolio.
- Current professional membership (e.g., BMUS).
- Own professional indemnity insurance
Desirable
- Experience working in NHS insourcing or community diagnostic settings.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexible approach to working patterns, Midweek and weekends.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- MSc, DMU, or Postgraduate Diploma/Certificate in Medical Ultrasound from a CASE accredited programme.
- HCPC or RCT registration.
- Minimum 5 years post qualification experience.
- Demonstrable competency in
- Gynaecology
- Abdominal
- Renal
- Testicular ultrasound
- Ability to work independently within a community clinical environment.
- Uptodate CPD portfolio.
- Current professional membership (e.g., BMUS).
- Own professional indemnity insurance
Desirable
- Experience working in NHS insourcing or community diagnostic settings.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexible approach to working patterns, Midweek and weekends.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
