NHS AfC: Band 8a
Main area
AHP
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 8a
Contract
0 days (Bank)
Hours
Flexible working - 30 hours per week
Job ref
343- 6911041-AL-DM
Site
St Helier Hospital
Town
Carshalton
Salary
£34.10 - £54.56 Bank
Salary period
Hourly
Closing
03/03/2025 23:59
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At Epsom and St Helier Hospitals, we value respect and put it at the heart of all we do, by living up to our shared behaviours of kindness, professionalism, positivity, and teamwork. This enables us to provide great patient care and make ESTH a great place to work. We welcome applicants who share our values.
Job overview
The post holder will have a post graduate ultrasound qualification (DMU/PgD) and must hold an advanced ultrasound practice qualification at master’s level or equivalent. The post holder should have worked as an advanced ultrasound practitioner in ultrasound imaging with significant experience and knowledge to provide and facilitate an expert level of care to patients. They will perform and issue ultrasound reports on a wide range of ultrasound procedures including acute in-patients, providing highly advanced clinical skills and opinion and diagnosis for patient-centred care. They will exercise a high degree of professional autonomy in the decision-making process and be required to liaise with Consultant Radiologists to improve overall patient outcomes. The post holder will liaise with a variety of staff throughout the trust, define the scope of practice of others, and continuously develop clinical practice within their own defined field. They will support the Lead Sonographer in developing the ultrasound service in line with best practice and national standards.
Main duties of the job
To support the Lead Sonographer in developing and implementing protocols within areas of expertise.
To work with the management team to continue to develop the service including identification and development of local policies, procedures, and guidelines.
To ensure that facilities are utilized efficiently to provide the best possible patient care and to support the Lead Sonographer with implementing change where necessary.
To safely and effectively operate ultrasound equipment, adhering to British Medical Ultrasound (BMUS) guidelines.
To adhere to the Health and Safety at Work Act and maintain a safe working environment.
To report and resolve problems promptly in accordance with Departmental and Trust policies.
To assist with the coordination of maintenance visits and rearrange work lists in the event of equipment failure, being responsive to the inconvenience caused to patients at short notice cancellations.
To participate in the coordination and implementation of a Quality Assurance programme and assist with planning of routine maintenance taking into account the effect on the normal running of the service.
To organize room equipment and the working environment to minimize personal risk of work-related upper limb disorders (RSI) and to be aware of the regulations governing the use of VDUs.
To report any untoward incidents as appropriate and in line with department protocols and promptly assist in the solution of difficulties as they arise.
To investigate and respond to complaints in accordance with Trust guidelines and contribute to clinical governance and clinical effectiveness by ensuring best practice guidelines in ultrasound.
To actively participate in appraisals for junior sonographers and support staff working in ultrasound.
As an expert practitioner, to support, mentor, and improve patient services in ultrasound and actively contribute to the strategic planning and development of professional practice.
Clinical Responsibilities
To work in a given area, being accountable for own professional actions, organization of own workloads, vascular ultrasound examinations, and diagnosis reporting within Unit protocols.
To demonstrate a depth of knowledge of ultrasound, performing assessment and diagnosis.
To exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy, acting as a lead practitioner demonstrating advanced clinical competence, decision making, and knowledge base.
To work in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team and actively involve users of the service to gain their input to ensure continuous improvement in patient care.
To ensure appropriate, consistent information is provided to the patient and maintain confidentiality of all matters involving patient care.
To use analytical and judgment skills to interpret highly complex Ultrasound images, accurately differentiating between normal and abnormal findings.
To provide patients and their relatives with empathy and emotional support with abnormal and potentially distressing results/diagnostic findings.
To bring urgent findings to the attention of the referring clinician and identify clinically appropriate onward care/treatment for patients.
To be able to refer patients appropriately for further clinical opinion, investigations, and follow-up, seeking advice where necessary.
To be responsible for advising clinicians directly when a delay may impact patient morbidity and mortality.
To communicate complex, sensitive information in an understandable form directly to patients, including giving unwelcome or difficult information.
To deal effectively with unpredictable patient demands while maintaining the high level of concentration required for performing and reporting ultrasound procedures.
To take responsibility for handling patient notes and ensure that a copy of the images and report is made available via the Hospital computer system and filed in the case notes where appropriate.
To support and assist junior staff as appropriate and participate in the training of doctors, nurses, sonographers, and students.
To have a high level of manual and mental dexterity required for ultrasound scanning.
Working for our organisation
The StaffBank for Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust is seeking enthusiastic play specialists to join our pool of Staff Bank workers. There are many full-time roles available, but as they are ever-changing, the exact roles available will be provided once your Hiring & Recruitment is complete. We cannot guarantee set roles as your hiring time may vary. Depending on previous relevant experience & previous NHS experience, higher banding/rates can be discussed.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To support the Lead Sonographer in developing and implementing protocols within areas of expertise.
To work with the management team to continue to develop the service including identification and development of local policies, procedures, and guidelines.
To ensure that facilities are utilized efficiently to provide the best possible patient care and to support the Lead Sonographer with implementing change where necessary.
To safely and effectively operate ultrasound equipment, adhering to British Medical Ultrasound (BMUS) guidelines.
To adhere to the Health and Safety at Work Act and maintain a safe working environment.
To report and resolve problems promptly in accordance with Departmental and Trust policies.
To assist with the coordination of maintenance visits and rearrange work lists in the event of equipment failure, being responsive to the inconvenience caused to patients at short notice cancellations.
To participate in the coordination and implementation of a Quality Assurance programme and assist with planning of routine maintenance taking into account the effect on the normal running of the service.
To organize room equipment and the working environment to minimize personal risk of work-related upper limb disorders (RSI) and to be aware of the regulations governing the use of VDUs.
To report any untoward incidents as appropriate and in line with department protocols and promptly assist in the solution of difficulties as they arise.
To investigate and respond to complaints in accordance with Trust guidelines and contribute to clinical governance and clinical effectiveness by ensuring best practice guidelines in ultrasound.
To actively participate in appraisals for junior sonographers and support staff working in ultrasound.
As an expert practitioner, to support, mentor, and improve patient services in ultrasound and actively contribute to the strategic planning and development of professional practice.
Person specification
Professional Registration
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6 Months Experience
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Our mission: ‘to put the patient first by delivering great care to every patient, every day.’
There’s never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients.
Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors.
We offer all employees some fantastic staff benefits and are the only hospitals in Surrey to offer staff the London high cost area supplement. Our hospitals also benefit from great locations, so whether you're attracted to the bright lights of the city or the countryside of Epsom Downs, both are within easy reach.
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