SP231391 - Clinical Specialist Sonographer

NHS National Services Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health board in Scotland seeks an experienced Sonographer to join their enthusiastic team. The role involves performing various ultrasound examinations and contributes to training staff. Candidates must have formal qualifications in medical ultrasound and advanced skills in specific areas. This position promotes independent diagnostic reporting and welcomes inquiries about part-time employment.

Qualifications

• Experience in General, Small Parts, and Vascular ultrasound.
• Ability to perform Paediatric, Muscular-Skeletal, and Head and Neck ultrasound.
• Previous experience in ultrasound services.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all ultrasound examinations.
• Contribute to training staff in ultrasound procedures.
• Engage in independent diagnostic reporting.

Skills

Advanced skills in medical ultrasound

Independent Sonographer diagnostic reporting

Training capability for medical and non-medical staff

Education

Formal qualification in medical ultrasound

Higher postgraduate qualification

Job description

This position will be predominantly based at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary but may include time spent in other sites across NHS Grampian.

An opportunity exists for an experienced Sonographer to join our friendly and enthusiastic team of Radiographers who contribute to the provision of ultrasound services in Grampian. You will have attained previous experience since gaining your formal qualification in medical ultrasound and have advanced skills within specific areas of medical ultrasound or attained a higher postgraduate qualification. You will be expected to fully participate in all ultrasound examinations including General, Small Parts, Vascular studies and localisations for aspirations. Some Sonographers also contribute to the Paediatric, Muscular‑Skeletal and Head and Neck ultrasound services.

We operate a system of work to enable independent Sonographer diagnostic reporting. Training of medical and non‑medical staff is also a function of the various ultrasound departments within NHS Grampian and forms an integral part of the post. Job plans will depend on experience, but all enquiries are welcome, including those wishing part‑time employment.

Informal enquiries to Mr. John Bayliss, Ultrasound Manager on: 01224 553402.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

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NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.

As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.