Key Responsibilities

• Actively participate in both the theoretical & practical Ultrasound training for the postgraduate Diplomas / Certificates in Ultrasound and any other training required.
• Be able to undertake case presentation.
• Offer support and supervision to Senior 1 Sonographers and delegated Medical staff.
• Assist authorised medical staff in Ultrasound examinations when required.
• To participate in the training and mentoring of student radiographers.
• Participate in departmental CPD by attendance at talks, lectures and training.
• Participate in appraisal and formulate a PDP as part of appraisal documentation to ensure ongoing personal development
• Be able to undertake duties pertaining to in house cascade training of various mandatory training requirements.
• Participate in the Appraisal process with the ability to identify personal objectives and, if required, perform appraisals for more junior staff.
• Independently and autonomously undertake a wide range of ultrasound procedures and produce a medical report on at least 95% of those procedures. This must include the generic investigations of obstetrics, gynaecology and abdominal ultrasound and advanced practices, e.g. Transvaginal scanning, and inpatient scanning.
• Act at all times in a manner that upholds the Trust values working as part of the team to ensure that patients and relatives receive excellent care with compassion.

Skills and Expertise

• Experienced Sonographer
• Ultrasound procedures
• Medical reporting
• Obstetrics, gynaecology, and abdominal ultrasound
• Transvaginal scanning
• Inpatient scanning
• Training and mentoring
• Case presentation
• CPD participation
• Appraisal process

Job Facilities/Benefits

• Dedicated Health and Wellbeing team providing support on a range of topics, running fitness classes and organising mindfulness sessions.
• Focus on staff development
• Inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for further training in specialized fields