Job summary
To be an
effective member of the Ultrasound team, providing the highest standard of
Ultrasound service to patients in our expanding Non-Obstetric Ultrasound
Service, working autonomously in a community setting.
Scans to be
covered: General, and Gynaecology.
Main duties of the job
To provide a
high standard of work as set by the service as regards the quality of
ultrasound examinations.
To ensure
that the ultrasound examination of patients is carried out as quickly as
possible, consistent with keeping to the standard required and that the
patients are sent home with the least possible delay.
To assist
the other Sonographers in the ultrasound service in maintaining service
provision.
To ensure
quality control tests are carried out regularly and any malfunctions reported.
To be
responsible at all times for the patient's welfare and comfort.
Work with
the Referral Management Centre to provide a written communication to the
referring GP within 2 days of the patients appointment
About us
HealthHarmonie Ltd is a fast-paced,
growing organisation that operates from the vibrant city centre of Birmingham.
Established in 2003, the company has grown with the ever-changing healthcare
industry and developed its presence across the UK. We work in partnership with
several NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups nationwide to provide patients with
access to community services closer to their homes.
By joining the HealthHarmonie
family you will be a part of the fundamental infrastructure needed to deliver
excellent patient care across the UK. Whether this is joining us in a clinical
role or an administration role your presence in HealthHarmonie is vital. All
our roles require you to have an innovative thought process, a willingness to
learn new skills and the want to oversee your career by taking ownership of the
role you are completing.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a
high standard of work as set by the service as regards the quality of
ultrasound examinations.
To ensure
that the ultrasound examination of patients is carried out as quickly as
possible, consistent with keeping to the standard required and that the
patients are sent home with the least possible delay.
To assist
the other Sonographers in the ultrasound service in maintaining service
provision.
To ensure
quality control tests are carried out regularly and any malfunctions reported.
To be
responsible at all times for the patient's welfare and comfort.
Work with
the Referral Management Centre to provide a written communication to the
referring GP within 2 days of the patients appointment
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a
high standard of work as set by the service as regards the quality of
ultrasound examinations.
To ensure
that the ultrasound examination of patients is carried out as quickly as
possible, consistent with keeping to the standard required and that the
patients are sent home with the least possible delay.
To assist
the other Sonographers in the ultrasound service in maintaining service
provision.
To ensure
quality control tests are carried out regularly and any malfunctions reported.
To be
responsible at all times for the patient's welfare and comfort.
Work with
the Referral Management Centre to provide a written communication to the
referring GP within 2 days of the patients appointment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate certificate or diploma in Medical Ultrasound, or a certificate/diploma from the College of Radiographers in Medical Ultrasound. Alternatively, they can hold an equivalent international level of qualification in Medical Ultrasound.
- Have performed and reported on a minimum of 900 ultrasound scans in the last 12 months. The applicant must have maintained their Continued Professional Development in accordance with professional guidelines.
- Also, meet the relevant specification set out by the National Occupation Standards for imaging of anatomical areas.
- The new staff member will have English as a first language or if English is a second language would have passed a suitable English language examination to the level required by the Health Professions Council.
- The applicant will need to be a UK registered sonographer that is registered on the HCPC/SOR register.
- The candidate must have conducted general scans in the UK for at least 5 years.
Desirable
- Patient safety and satisfaction is at the core of everything we do, therefore our ideal candidate should embrace our core values by being compassionate, motivated, attentive, and displaying a high degree of integrity and a sense of excellence. The mobile nature of the role will also entail that you should have a driving license and your own car, as well as stay flexible regarding working arrangements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate certificate or diploma in Medical Ultrasound, or a certificate/diploma from the College of Radiographers in Medical Ultrasound. Alternatively, they can hold an equivalent international level of qualification in Medical Ultrasound.
- Have performed and reported on a minimum of 900 ultrasound scans in the last 12 months. The applicant must have maintained their Continued Professional Development in accordance with professional guidelines.
- Also, meet the relevant specification set out by the National Occupation Standards for imaging of anatomical areas.
- The new staff member will have English as a first language or if English is a second language would have passed a suitable English language examination to the level required by the Health Professions Council.
- The applicant will need to be a UK registered sonographer that is registered on the HCPC/SOR register.
- The candidate must have conducted general scans in the UK for at least 5 years.
Desirable
- Patient safety and satisfaction is at the core of everything we do, therefore our ideal candidate should embrace our core values by being compassionate, motivated, attentive, and displaying a high degree of integrity and a sense of excellence. The mobile nature of the role will also entail that you should have a driving license and your own car, as well as stay flexible regarding working arrangements.
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).
