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Ultrasound Sonographer

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Oxford

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GBP 46,000 - 53,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a motivated Sonographer to conduct a variety of ultrasound scans, contributing to patient diagnosis and care. This permanent, full-time position involves performing independent scans and training junior staff while ensuring high clinical standards. Join a team dedicated to delivering excellent diagnostic services within the community.

Qualifications

Registered with RCT, HCPC, or ASSR.
Experience in NHS as a Sonographer preferred.
Ability to work independently and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

Perform and report ultrasound scans independently.
Ensure exceptional patient care and communicate procedures.
Supervise and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Dexterity

Education

PGDip in Medical Ultrasound

Job summary

You'll be responsible for performing and reporting a variety of ultrasound scans, including gynaecological, general, vascular, abdominal, soft tissue, and small parts imaging. This role offers autonomy, allowing you to conduct unsupervised scans and provide independent reports, playing a crucial part in patient diagnosis and care.

Main duties of the job

In this role, youll ensure patients receive exceptional care, from clear communication about procedures to making specialist recommendations and suggesting follow-up actions when necessary. Youll be legally and professionally accountable for your work, taking a lead in maintaining high standards of clinical practice.

About us

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Perspectum has partnered with the prestigious Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust (OUH) to establish Oxford's first and only Community Diagnostic Centre. Our mission is to provide accessible, comfortable, and advanced diagnostic care right within the community

Details Date posted

18 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year + bonus

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0282-25-0005

Job locations

Gemini One, 5520 John Smith Drive

Oxford Business Park

Oxford

Oxfordshire

OX4 2LL

Job description Job responsibilities

Set up and maintain ultrasound equipment
Perform ultrasound examinations on patients as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multiprofessional team, meeting professional, departmental and legal standards and requirements.
Produce images resulting from the ultrasound examinations
Interpret ultrasound images to aid patient diagnosis
Carry out training on ultrasound equipment for other healthcare professionals
Address patients concerns before, during and after ultrasound examinations
Keep up to date records of scans performed and images produced
Refer patients to other healthcare professionals and facilities, when necessary
Soothe and reassuring nervous or anxious patients
To assess and justify referrals under Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2000, (IR(ME)R2000), following practitioner guidelines.
To independently assess each patient and adapt techniques according to the needs of the patient.
To vet within guidelines and assess referrals as required.
To supervise junior staff, and act as a mentor for newly qualified staff.
To relate to all patients with understanding and care, respecting their privacy and dignity to provide acaring and confidential service.
To perform intravenous contrast agent injections when required, subject to satisfactory completion of arecognised course of training
To demonstrate dexterity, accuracy, and attention to detail in the preparation of specialist equipment forprocedures to be undertaken within the unit whilst adhering to CDC policies e.g., intravenous drugadministration, taking blood samples.
To manage own workload and organise departmental workload when necessary.
To supervise areas of the department in the absence of more senior staff

Job description Job responsibilities

Set up and maintain ultrasound equipment
Perform ultrasound examinations on patients as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multiprofessional team, meeting professional, departmental and legal standards and requirements.
Produce images resulting from the ultrasound examinations
Interpret ultrasound images to aid patient diagnosis
Carry out training on ultrasound equipment for other healthcare professionals
Address patients concerns before, during and after ultrasound examinations
Keep up to date records of scans performed and images produced
Refer patients to other healthcare professionals and facilities, when necessary
Soothe and reassuring nervous or anxious patients
To assess and justify referrals under Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2000, (IR(ME)R2000), following practitioner guidelines.
To independently assess each patient and adapt techniques according to the needs of the patient.
To vet within guidelines and assess referrals as required.
To supervise junior staff, and act as a mentor for newly qualified staff.
To relate to all patients with understanding and care, respecting their privacy and dignity to provide acaring and confidential service.
To perform intravenous contrast agent injections when required, subject to satisfactory completion of arecognised course of training
To demonstrate dexterity, accuracy, and attention to detail in the preparation of specialist equipment forprocedures to be undertaken within the unit whilst adhering to CDC policies e.g., intravenous drugadministration, taking blood samples.
To manage own workload and organise departmental workload when necessary.
To supervise areas of the department in the absence of more senior staff

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

You should hold a relevant qualification (PGDip in Medical Ultrasound/DMU or equivalent) and be registered with RCT, HCPC, or ASSR.

Experience Essential

We are seeking a motivated, compassionate sonographer with NHS experience who can work independently and confidently. The ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team and manage your workload efficiently is essential. Ideally, you'll have experience teaching and mentoring junior staff although this is not essential.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

You should hold a relevant qualification (PGDip in Medical Ultrasound/DMU or equivalent) and be registered with RCT, HCPC, or ASSR.

Experience Essential

We are seeking a motivated, compassionate sonographer with NHS experience who can work independently and confidently. The ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team and manage your workload efficiently is essential. Ideally, you'll have experience teaching and mentoring junior staff although this is not essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Perspectum Group Ltd

Address

Gemini One, 5520 John Smith Drive

Oxford Business Park

Oxford

Oxfordshire