Sonographer in Carshalton inCarshalton PUBLISHED TUE 10 JUN 2025 Jump to job information section

Band 7: £51,883 to £58,544 a year pa incl HCAS Outer pro rata PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust rOekQKI9

Job description

To work as an independent practitioner, working closely with the Superintendent on the management and planning of an efficient ultrasound service daily.

The post holder must ensure consistency of medical imaging quality, accurate, informative report writing and maintain standards of patient care to the agreed departmental protocol.

To maintain a high level of personal expertise and continual professional development.

We are looking for experienced and enthusiastic Sonographers to work in our busy and well equipped ultrasound departments at either of our main sites Epsom General Hospital or St Helier Hospital.We offer experience in all Ultrasound imaging techniques including Abdominal, Vascular, Musculoskeletal, Paediatric, Obstetric and, Gynaecological with Nuchal scanningThe Ultrasound department at Epsom consists of 5 general ultrasound rooms, one vascular ultrasound rooms and one dedicated ultrasound room in our maternity unit for obstetric scans.The ultrasound department at St Helier consists of 5 general ultrasound rooms with a dedicated paediatric service within our children's unit and dedicated obstetric ultrasound rooms in the maternity unit as well as a satellite service at the Jubilee Health Centre You will need to be motivated, well organised, and demonstrate a caring professional manner with good patient interaction.We are a progressive department fully committed to CPD and professional development and will consider applicants willing to develop skills in specialist areas such as MSK or Paediatric imaging.

Interview Date: TBC

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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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