Sonographer - Trainee Consultant Radiographer (Breast) inGateshead inGateshead PUBLISHED TUE 12 NOV 2024

Band 8a: £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum (pro rata for part time) PERMANENT
BIOPSY FINE NEEDLE ASPIRATION MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS ULTRASOUND

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Opportunity for Professional Advancement, The role provides a clear training and progression plan to become an independent Consultant Breast Radiographer.

Supportive Team Environment, Join a friendly and busy team dedicated to training and development, fostering a collaborative culture.

Diverse Skill Development, Gain experience in a wide range of ultrasound protocols, enhancing your technical abilities.

Contribution to Patient Care, Play a critical role in producing high-quality ultrasound images and delivering first-class service for patients.

Leadership Roles, Post-training, opportunities to supervise and mentor other team members, contributing to the professional growth of others.

Engagement in Clinical Governance, Participate in audits and quality initiatives to improve clinical standards and ensure compliance with national guidelines.

Involvement in Multidisciplinary Teams, Collaborate with various healthcare professionals, enhancing interdisciplinary skills and perspectives.

The Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust is looking to hire a qualified Sonographer for a permanent role as a Trainee Consultant Radiographer specializing in Breast Imaging at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. This position is designed for motivated individuals who aim to progress to an independent Consultant Breast Radiographer within the Breast Services Team. The role involves producing high-quality ultrasound images, performing independent reporting, and undergoing training to develop skills essential for autonomous practice, including breast imaging and interventions such as biopsies and localisations.

Candidates should possess a UK-recognized Pg Certificate in Medical Ultrasound and have at least two years of NHS experience. The successful applicant will be part of a supportive team that emphasises continuous professional development, clinical governance, and quality improvement initiatives, while also contributing to multidisciplinary breast care. Flexibility is required to meet service demands across various sites, and the role includes mentoring and supervision of other practitioners post-training completion.

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated qualified Sonographer on a permanent contract to join our busy, friendly team at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead. This is a future focused post designed to provide the postholder with a training and progression plan to become a fully independent Consultant Breast Radiographer within the Breast Services Team. You must be willing to work to the identified development plan and remain flexible to be able to meet the demands of both ultrasound and breast services.

Our Ultrasound department covers a range of specialities, and we are committed to supporting our sonographers with advanced practice.

The Clinical Support and Screening Business Unit is committed to training and development and encourages all aspects of CPD. Applications are invited from highly motivated sonographers who can demonstrate a specific interest in breast imaging and the knowledge and skills necessary to progress and become a fully independent Consultant Breast Radiographer within a well-supported team environment.

You must hold a a UK recognised Pg Certificate inMedical Ultrasound, additional ultrasound qualifications would be desirable and you must have at least 2 year's experience working in the NHS.

Successful applicants may be required to scan at our main QE hospital site, at the Blaydon UTC and at the Metrocentre CDC.

To work as a sonographer within the ultrasound team. Responsible for producing high quality ultrasound images within the radiology service both at QEH and satellite diagnostic sites; delivering a first class service meeting the needs of referrers and patients.

To perform and independently report on a comprehensive range of ultrasound protocols in accordance with departmental protocols while maintaining the highest quality of patient care and imaging.

To train and develop successfully towards independent practice as a Consultant Breast Radiographer.

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Sonographer

To work as a sonographer within the ultrasound team. Responsible for producing high quality ultrasound images within the radiology service both at QEH and satellite diagnostic sites; delivering a first class service meeting the needs of referrers and patients.

To perform and independently report on a comprehensive range of ultrasound protocols in accordance with departmental protocols while maintaining the highest quality of patient care and imaging.

Trainee Consultant Breast Radiographer

To train towards delivering autonomous clinical practice to the equivalent level of a Consultant Radiologist including:

interpretation of, and reporting of all mammographic and ultrasound imaging of the breast and axilla.

breast lesion localisations, needle core biopsies and vacuum assisted procedures under stereotactic and ultrasound guidance.

To fulfil the quality standards required by the National Health Breast Screening Programme [NHSBSP] and confirm this by undertaking audit and clinical governance activities.

To train to supervise, mentor and develop other Consultant Radiographers, Advanced Practitioners, and other team members, providing a model of expert practice in terms of knowledge and experience and use clinical research as a basis to extend the scope of practice within the unit.

To act as a source of expert professional advice to medical consultants, other professionals, multi-disciplinary groups, patients, and their carers.

After completion of training and suitable post qualifying experience to provide cover for the Radiology Breast Consultants duties and clinics in order to ensure continuity of the service.

To conduct statistical analysis for compliance with national guidelines.

To fully contribute to Breast MDT

Cross Cutting

Exercise and demonstrate advanced levels of clinical judgment, discretion and clinical decision making.

Be responsible for completing ultrasound guided biopsy, drainage and fine needle aspirations to aid the diagnosis and management for patient treatment.

Participate in evaluation and research to ensure practice is evidence based in order to improve standards of care within ultrasound and breast services.

To analyse complex information from multiple sources and translate findings into recommendations, policy decisions and actions

To lead quality initiatives to continuously improve clinical care standards in line with the clinical governance framework to ensure the highest quality of care is provided in the safest manner

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To work as a sonographer in the UK, you will need a combination of educational qualifications, technical skills, and interpersonal skills. Here’s a summary of the key skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Degree in Diagnostic Imaging or Related Field:

- Usually requires a Bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Radiography or a related healthcare field.

- Alternatively, a postgraduate diploma or master's degree in ultrasound might be needed if you come from a different background.

2. Sonography Training:

- Completion of a recognized training program in ultrasound (nysonography).

3. Registration:

- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) if required for your specific role.

- Relevant professional certifications may be beneficial or required.

Technical Skills:

1. Ultrasound Equipment Operation:

- Proficient in setting up and operating ultrasound machines and equipment.

2. Image Acquisition and Interpretation:

- Ability to capture high-quality images and understand echogenicity, anatomy, and pathology.

3. Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology:

- Strong understanding of human anatomy and physiology to appropriately assess and interpret images.

4. Knowledge of Doppler Ultrasound Techniques:

- Familiarity with Doppler techniques for assessing blood flow and vascular conditions.

5. Safety Practices:

- Knowledge of ultrasound safety standards and practices to ensure patient safety.

Interpersonal Skills:

1. Communication:

- Strong verbal and written communication skills to explain procedures to patients and share findings with medical staff.

2. Patient Care:

- Ability to empathize and provide support to patients, explaining the process and addressing concerns.

3. Teamwork:

- Working effectively as part of a healthcare team, collaborating with radiologists and other medical professionals.

4. Attention to Detail:

- Precision and attention to detail when performing scans and reporting findings.

5. Problem Solving:

- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues with equipment and adapt to changing situations during examinations.

Additional Skills:

1. IT Proficiency:

- Familiarity with healthcare and imaging software, as well as electronic patient records systems.

2. Continuous Professional Development:

- Commitment to ongoing training and education to stay up-to-date with advancements in ultrasound technology and techniques.

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