Sonographer

Milton Keynes University Hospital; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Milton Keynes is seeking a dedicated ultrasound professional to join their team. The role requires HCPC registration and provides opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will produce high-quality ultrasound images in various specializations and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. This position emphasizes patient care and effective collaboration within a clinical environment.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered with two years current NHS experience.
• Commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Practical knowledge of ultrasound safety and health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality ultrasound images and reports in multiple areas.
• Communicate complex information sensitively to patients and staff.
• Maintain relationships within the service to encourage open communication.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Strong IT skills

Knowledge of ultrasound safety

Flexibility in work approach

Education

HCPC registration

Two years current NHS experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

PACS/RIS systems

Job description

The successful candidate will be HCPC registered, preferably with two years current NHS experience. Flexibility in their approach to work is essential, with an unwavering commitment to keeping patients at the forefront of their clinical practice. Essential requirements include excellent communication and organisational skills, a dedication to Continuous Professional Development (CPD), and practical knowledge of ultrasound safety, QA, legislation, and health and safety requirements. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, and working knowledge of PACS/RIS systems is also essential.

The ideal candidates must demonstrate a commitment to professional development and show a keen interest in the future of their profession and the diagnostic imaging services. They will be expected to support both the service and its staff in continuing to maintain and develop the highest standards of imaging. In return the successful applicant will be offered a high standard of support towards their career pathway. To produce high quality ultrasound images and reports in two or more areas below: General abdominal ultrasound (including small parts) Vascular ultrasound (i.e., DVT scanning) Musculo-skeletal ultrasound Breast ultrasound Ultrasound guided interventional procedures Gynaecological ultrasound (Transabdominal and Transvaginal) Obstetric ultrasound (including 20-week anomaly scans and Nuchal Translucency scans for the Fetal anomaly screening programme and Growth scans, Early pregnancy scans and Dating scan Communicatewith all referring clinicians to ensure that imaging requests are justified and appropriate.

Provide clear, concise and accurate ultrasound reports. Inform a referring clinician of urgent or unexpected results, as appropriate. Liaise with appropriate staff regarding the organisation of follow-up outpatient appointments for patients following ultrasound imaging. Communicate in a concise, sensitive and appropriate manner, complex or contentious information regarding ultrasound scanning procedures to patients and their relatives, as well as other hospital staff and referrers.

Maintain and promote effective working relationships within the service and with other members of staff throughout the Trust and beyond by encouraging open communication and being accessible to all. Please refer to the Job Description for further details