Advanced Practitioner Ultrasound / Sonographer

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire; Coventry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Coventry is seeking a qualified professional to perform ultrasound examinations and capture diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety. The role involves preparing clinical reports, supervising clinical areas, and supporting multidisciplinary teams. Candidates will have opportunities for mentorship and professional development. This position may require weekend and holiday work as part of a 7-day service.

Responsibilities

• Perform Ultrasound examinations and capture high quality diagnostic images.
• Carry out ultrasound procedures/examinations and prepare clinical reports.
• Prioritise patient welfare and adapt imaging techniques as needed.
• Discuss findings of ultrasound examinations with patients.
• Provide expert clinical advice and support to multidisciplinary teams.
• Supervise and manage an allocated clinical area efficiently.
• Participate in request validation in accordance with protocols.
• Verify patient identification and documentation accurately.
• Assess quality of images and escalate abnormalities when necessary.
• Act as a role model, upholding standards of patient care.
• Contribute to development and refinement of ultrasound protocols.
• Participate in departmental Quality Assurance programs.

Job description

Responsibilities

• To perform Ultrasound examinations and capture high quality diagnostic ultrasound images, in line with national and departmental protocols.
• To carry out Ultrasound procedures/examinations and prepare independent clinical reports, in line with departmental protocols.
• To prioritise patient welfare and safety at all times, adapting and modifying ultrasound imaging techniques in response to individual patient needs and clinical condition
• To discuss the findings of the ultrasound examinations with patients where appropriate
• To provide expert clinical and professional advice and support the multidisciplinary team within the UHCW NHS Trust and if appropriate, with teams from other Trusts within the region.
• To be responsible for the operational supervision and management of an allocated clinical area. To be able to assess and manage workflow by utilising available resources and thereby deliver efficient and effective service.
• To participate in request validation, vetting and justification in accordance with departmental protocols
• To verify patient identification and documentation, ensuring that the appropriate ultrasound examinations are performed in accordance with departmental imaging protocols.
• To assess the quality of ultrasound images, initiate corrective actions when necessary, and promptly escalate any abnormalities to clinicians in line with radiology department protocols
• To take responsibility for professional conduct, acting as a role model within the department by upholding high standards of patient care and professionalism, and fostering the growth of a resilient and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• To contribute to the development and refinement of ultrasound protocols, promoting best practice through the integration of evidence-based research.
• To participate in the departmental Quality Assurance program to ensure the efficient operation of the highly technical equipment, and to ensure compliance with best practice.

Support a 7-day service, which will involve working on weekends and bank/public holidays, in line with service requirements.

Opportunity to train, mentor and develop other staff to work to high standards.