Ultrasonographer

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a skilled ultrasound practitioner to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for independent scanning and reporting across obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound, with opportunities to engage in research and departmental quality assurance. Ideal candidates will possess experience in various ultrasound modalities. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Candidates must independently perform scanning and reporting for obstetrics and gynaecology ultrasound.
• Experience in MSK, vascular, and paediatric ultrasounds is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to local rules and protocols in ultrasound.
• Participate in departmental quality assurance programmes.
• Involve in ongoing audit/research programmes.

Skills

Obstetrics US knowledge

Gynaecology ultrasound

General abdominal ultrasound

Small parts ultrasound

MSK ultrasound

Vascular ultrasound

Paediatric ultrasound

Job description

Overview

Our Ultrasound department consists of 16 rooms: 6 General, 6 Obstetrics, 1 EPAU, 1 ACU, 1 ACU and 1 satellite clinic. All rooms are equipped with GE machines. We are a busy and dynamic department performing obstetric, gynecologic, general abdominal, small parts, vascular, paediatric and MSK ultrasound. We foster innovation and support new ideas while ensuring our people are well supported, achieving high employee satisfaction and professional development to become leaders of tomorrow. The successful candidate will work mainly at the Chelsea and Westminster site but may cover West Middlesex Hospital site when services require.

Minimum scanning requirements

• Obstetrics US (FASP & GAP knowledge and application), Gynaecology and general abdominal ultrasound are essential. This includes scanning, independent reporting and onward recommendation of all modalities in line with national and local guidelines and protocols.
• Small parts, MSK, vascular and paediatrics (including GRAF hips) ultrasound skills are desirable.
• Previous candidates need not apply.
• To independently scan and report examinations in obstetrics, gynaecology and general abdominal ultrasound. Paediatric, vascular and MSK ultrasound may also be performed depending on experience and training.
• Please refer to the job description for more details.

Key relationships

• All members of staff within the Department
• All levels of hospital staff, patients and members of the public
• Develop a close relationship with consultants and senior nursing and administrative staff
• Contribute to, and receive feedback from, meetings relevant to the imaging service e.g. attend MDT meetings relevant to patients under their care

Research

• Become involved in ongoing audit/research programmes as appropriate

Service Development

• Monitor and propose amendments to policies and protocols in the current area of work/supervision
• Ensure local rules and protocols are strictly adhered to
• Participate in departmental quality assurance programmes as required

Personnel

• Actively participate in periodic performance appraisal in accordance with Trust guidelines
• Be encouraged to attend personal and professional development activities to assist in their role and the service

IT Skills

• Become fully conversant with the hospital IT system and reporting systems, including input and amendment of clinical data
• Become fully conversant with the hospital IT systems and reporting tools

Autonomy

• With appropriate training and experience, oversee and manage the effective operation of any sub-modality within ultrasound, in close working relationship with the radiology team

Emotional and Mental Requirements

• The post holder is encouraged to attend personal and professional development activities that assist in their role and service

Working Environment

• Adhere to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, keep working areas clean and safe
• Demonstrate and instruct safe manual handling techniques for patients and equipment

Communication

• Ensure all communication, including complex, contentious or sensitive information, is conducted in a responsive and inclusive manner with a focus on improvement and progress
• Present communication appropriately to recipients considering language, culture, understanding and health conditions

These duties are not exhaustive and will be reviewed with the post holder within the broad scope and band of the role. All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure. Do not undertake duties outside your area of skill or knowledge; seek clarification from a more senior member of staff if unsure.

This job description may be subject to change according to the varying needs of the service and changes will be made after discussion with the post holder and their manager.

Additional information

• Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
• We invest in facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
• We welcome flexible working arrangements where possible to support staff and patient needs. The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Please check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate during the recruitment process. If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks after the closing date, this usually means your application was not successful. In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post. During the recruitment process your identity documentation will be scanned for security features. Employment is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period.