Job summary We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic Musculoskeletal trained sonographer for our North West London Diagnostic Services. To succeed you must have excellent communication skills and a flexible, proactive approach to delivering first class diagnostic services and patient care We are looking for advanced practitioners, experienced in all aspects of General and Musculoskeletal Ultrasound. However, if you have experience in some or most of these areas, we would still like to talk to you and help you realise your full potential To succeed you must be experienced and have excellent communication skills and a flexible, proactive approach to delivering first class diagnostic services and patient care. Healthshare is a large independent provider of NHS Services across the UK employing over 500 clinicians nationally. Due to ongoing service expansion, we are looking to recruit enthusiastic Sonographers to join our experienced team. Main duties of the job Job Purpose: To provide an efficient Ultrasound service, working within established policies and processes. To report to and support the Senior Operations Manager with the running of the service. To ensure an exemplary level of customer service is upheld to patients, consultants and clinic team. To perform a range of general and specialised examinations, maintaining the highest professional and technical standards, whilst promoting high professional and ethical standards of clinical practice to ensure that all aspects of clinical governance are fulfilled. About us We're an independent healthcare provider, with established roots in muscular-skeletal health and diagnostics, founded by expert NHS clinicians who recognised a way to improve things. Our approach means that whether it's speed, flexibility, efficiency or quality, every aspect has been carefully considered to surpass expectations. This is why we've been a trusted partner of the NHS for over ten years, and the provider of choice for countless private patients. We work with integrity. When it comes to collaboratively delivering care, relationships are key. Whether we're interacting with each other, our partners or our patients, we're always open and honest. Every key decision is based on clear process and informed by evidence. We act with empathy. Everyone who is here, is here because they care about people. We always try and put ourselves in the shoes of whomever we're interacting with and treat people with compassion and consideration. We inspire with passion. It's hard work, but we absolutely love what we do. There's no room for a half-hearted approach to healthcare, it requires dedication, and that's what everyone here has. A Healthshare employee is enthusiastic, with a verve and panache that inspires others around them. Benefits: 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) and option to buy/sell Private Healthcare (Benenden) Company Pension Scheme Life Assurance Blue Light Card Refer a Friend Scheme CPD Opportunities Wagestream Reward Gateway Cycle to Work Scheme Smart Tech EV Car Scheme Date posted 19 August 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number M0045-24-0098 Job locations Riverside Clinic Great West Road Brentford Middlesex TW8 9DR Job description Job responsibilities To exercise the highest standard of patient care and actively improve the patient experience. To provide a comprehensive and effective high quality Ultrasound service for Private, NHS and Consultant appointments. To perform a range of Ultrasound examinations and maintain a high level of expertise in the safe operation of imaging equipment. Be able to adapt sonographic technique where patient presentation dictates. To ensure that all Ultrasound referrals are evaluated and prioritised according to Healthshare clinical protocols and clinical informatioTo maintain confidentiality at all times. Escalate any problems, incidents and concerns to a senior member of staff. To ensure that accurate records are maintained in line with the policies and procedures. Comply with National & Local Infection Control Polices & Procedures. To liaise with the Radiologist or referring Consultant in an effective and professional manner, in order to provide the best possible service for the patient. Work with minimal supervision or under own initiative. Work with minimal supervision or under own initiative. To participate in the Quality Assurance Programme in accordance with company policies Follow the Health & Safety at work Act and ensure adherence to Healthshare polices. To support Risk Assessments to provide an environment, equipment and working procedures that is as safe as reasonably practicable for patients and staff. To participate in further education in line with the requirements of the Health Professions Council through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and to complete appropriate mandatory training in line with company policy To be prepared to vary working hours, as may be necessary, to meet the demands of the service. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of any protected characteristics. Additionally, people with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post. It is important that your application meets the minimum requirements of the person specification, as we will shortlist against these details. Please see the Job Description and Person Specification before making your application to ensure that your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements. You will be contacted via e-mail at all stages of the recruitment process, so please ensure you provide a valid e-mail address. If you do not hear from us within four weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. Please note that should we experience a high level of interest in this post, the vacancy may be closed prior to the stated closing date. Job description Job responsibilities To exercise the highest standard of patient care and actively improve the patient experience. To provide a comprehensive and effective high quality Ultrasound service for Private, NHS and Consultant appointments. To perform a range of Ultrasound examinations and maintain a high level of expertise in the safe operation of imaging equipment. Be able to adapt sonographic technique where patient presentation dictates. To ensure that all Ultrasound referrals are evaluated and prioritised according to Healthshare clinical protocols and clinical informatioTo maintain confidentiality at all times. Escalate any problems, incidents and concerns to a senior member of staff. To ensure that accurate records are maintained in line with the policies and procedures. Comply with National & Local Infection Control Polices & Procedures. To liaise with the Radiologist or referring Consultant in an effective and professional manner, in order to provide the best possible service for the patient. Work with minimal supervision or under own initiative. Work with minimal supervision or under own initiative. To participate in the Quality Assurance Programme in accordance with company policies Follow the Health & Safety at work Act and ensure adherence to Healthshare polices. To support Risk Assessments to provide an environment, equipment and working procedures that is as safe as reasonably practicable for patients and staff. To participate in further education in line with the requirements of the Health Professions Council through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and to complete appropriate mandatory training in line with company policy To be prepared to vary working hours, as may be necessary, to meet the demands of the service. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of any protected characteristics. Additionally, people with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post. It is important that your application meets the minimum requirements of the person specification, as we will shortlist against these details. Please see the Job Description and Person Specification before making your application to ensure that your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements. You will be contacted via e-mail at all stages of the recruitment process, so please ensure you provide a valid e-mail address. If you do not hear from us within four weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. Please note that should we experience a high level of interest in this post, the vacancy may be closed prior to the stated closing date. Person Specification Circumstances Essential Flexible in approach to work and availability to work Qualifications Essential BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Experience Essential Some post registration experience If recently qualified should have experience of working unsupervised Current related professional knowledge Safe use of equipment relevant to the post Maintains a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Portfolio Aptitude and abilities Essential Good communication and interpersonal skills Able to work on own initiative. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. Flexible approach to duties Good organisational skills Ability to prioritise workload Good IT skills Understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality Person Specification Circumstances Essential Flexible in approach to work and availability to work Qualifications Essential BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Experience Essential Some post registration experience If recently qualified should have experience of working unsupervised Current related professional knowledge Safe use of equipment relevant to the post Maintains a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Portfolio Aptitude and abilities Essential Good communication and interpersonal skills Able to work on own initiative. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. Flexible approach to duties Good organisational skills Ability to prioritise workload Good IT skills Understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality 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 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). Employer details Employer name Healthshare Group Address Riverside Clinic Great West Road Brentford Middlesex TW8 9DR Employer's website https://healthshare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)