Band 7 Sonographer - Imaging Ultrasound

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Birmingham is seeking a Sonographer to perform high-quality ultrasound examinations essential for patient diagnosis and management. The role involves preparing and positioning patients, utilizing advanced sonographic machines, and contributing to patient care plans through accurate reporting. Ideal candidates are committed professionals with expertise in sonographic principles and a passion for patient care, working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive workplace

Access to the latest technology

Qualifications

• Must have a thorough understanding of sonographic principles and techniques.
• Ability to prepare and position patients correctly for scans.
• Strong communication skills to explain procedures to patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations.
• Provide compassionate patient care during all patient contact.
• Manage workload effectively and produce comprehensive reports.
• Contribute to team meetings and improve service quality.

Skills

Expert knowledge of anatomy

Professional certification

Commitment to continuous professional development

Education

Relevant professional qualifications in sonography

Tools

Sonographic machines

Job description

Overview

As a Sonographer at Heartlands Hospital Birmingham, you will perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations critical to the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients across diverse clinical specialties. Utilizing the latest sonographic machines, you will acquire and interpret detailed images of abdominal, vascular, and musculoskeletal structures, ensuring precision and diagnostic accuracy. You will prepare and position patients, provide clear procedural explanations, and maintain strict adherence to hospital protocols and infection control standards. Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to patient care plans by providing timely, accurate diagnostic ultrasound reports. Your role demands expert knowledge of anatomy, pathology, and sonographic principles, alongside professional certification and commitment to continuous professional development. This position is pivotal in supporting clinical decision-making and enhancing patient outcomes in a fast-paced, tertiary care setting. You will be part of a department known for using the latest technology, supporting staff development, and providing caring patient services in a positive and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a highly specialised clinical ultrasound service, ensuring effective patient diagnosis across the UHB NHS Trust.
• The post holder must demonstrate compassionate patient care during all patient contact through the service.
• The post holder will meet operational standards to ensure effective and progressive service delivery.
• They will be responsible for managing and prioritising workload and to produce comprehensive independent reports.
• The post holder will work within professional boundaries to improve patient outcomes.
• In addition to the delivery of the ultrasound service, the post holder will be responsible for

Deliverables

• Accurate and detailed ultrasound images and reports delivered within set timeframes.
• Clear communication of findings to clinical teams to support patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Comprehensive documentation of patient information and scan details.
• Contribution to maintaining a safe, efficient, and patient-focused scanning environment.
• Active participation in team meetings and training sessions to improve service quality.

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.