Job Description
Job summary
We are looking for an MSK Sonographer to support our Diagnostic World ultrasound services across Sunderland.
You will make healthcare better for our patients by undertaking ultrasound procedures efficiently and effectively for both the public and private sectors; adhering to best practice of ultrasound technique in line with company policy and guidelines.
Main duties of the job
To provide general abdominal, pelvic, small parts and vascular/MSK/Early Pregnancy (if appropriately trained) ultrasound scanning services in conjunction with other Sonographers and health care professionals.
Job description
- To provide general abdominal, pelvic, small parts and vascular/MSK/Early Pregnancy (if appropriately trained) ultrasound scanning services in conjunction with other Sonographers and health care professionals.
- To independently perform ultrasound scanning duties to the required standards of Diagnostic World and client partners and to produce a clinical report for each ultrasound scan undertaken.
- To undertake any administrative duties necessary for speedy progression of patients and patient results e.g. Patient Escalations.
- To actively participate in matters concerning clinical governance, clinical audit and assessment
- To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
- To undertake any equipment tests as part of Diagnostic Healths quality assurance program and to report any equipment faults to the service manager
- To adhere to company policy and procedures in terms of health and safety, data protection and confidentiality and SOPs
- To give full co-operation in any investigations of a complaint or untoward incident and comply with company procedure to that effect.
- To ensure that professional and technical knowledge/expertise is kept up to date and to maintain a portfolio to show evidence of personal professional development.
- To participate in individual performance review (appraisal) on an annual basis.
- To hold, and when required exchange with colleagues, company assets required to carry out service effectively.
Additional/ad-hoc responsibilities:
- Second opinion on discrepancy cases and involvement in peer-to-peer audit
- Advice on a complaint/incident
- Assist with recruitment when required
- Join Clinical Advisory Board meetings when requested and assist in the review of reporting guidelines
- 5 days week availability (including Saturdays)