Sonographer - Wednesfield, United Kingdom - The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

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Wednesfield, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Clinically justify/authorise ultrasound requests in accordance with agreed protocols and ultrasound specific guidelines.

To give specialist and expert advice to a wide range of healthcare professionals in line with these guidelines and to make decisions on patient preparation to optimise scanning.

To give a clear explanation to patients regarding ultrasound examinations including risks, benefits, accuracy and limitations, in order to gain informed consent within an ethical and moral framework.

Perform general and specialised ultrasound procedures according to trust, departmental and statutory regulations.

To position patients accurately, carefully, and respectfully for examinations, adapting technique to complement the patients ability or condition.

To use analytical and judgment skills to interpret highly complex images whose acquisition is operator dependent, accurately differentiating between normal and pathological findings.

To prioritise patients independently and to organise workload from a wide variety of referral pathways. To ensure that urgent patients receive a fast efficient service.

To be aware of the importance of complementing diagnostic investigations.

To make recommendations when reporting for further imaging assessment and referral where necessary after consultation / discussion with a Radiologist.

Understand ergonomic principles relevant to scanning and promote their use.

Deal with a range of operational pressures and developments withinultrasound on a day to day basis providing specialist support to staff.

Accurately and sensitively communicate highly complex information regarding diagnosis / treatment directly with clinicians and patients and within a multidisciplinary team setting as required.

To ensure that a high standard of cleanliness of the environment and equipment is maintained. To adhere to Infection Control guidelines during high risk procedures involving bodily fluids. Seek assistance when/where necessary to maintain a safe and effective service for patients and staff.

To maintain a flexible approach to working hours such as extended days and weekend working to promote a 7-day working ultrasound service.

To train, supervise and assess Undergraduates, Postgraduates, Apprentices and Clinicians, in the specialist field of Ultrasound. To make judgements about their competency and to escalate concerns where they arise. To challenge, in a positive manner, current working practices and promote a culture of continuous improvement and development.

Maintain fitness to practice in line with the trusts Professional Code of Conduct and to assist in developing a learning environment within the Department by maintaining an up-to-date professional knowledge through CPD.

Be accountable for your own professional activities using a high degree of autonomy within the limitations of personal expertise and skill.

Promote best practice when advising and disseminating knowledge to the profession and beyond. To be competent in the operation of the Radiology Information System /PACS System.

Act as a role model to all other staff. The above is a summary of the main responsibilities of the role. For full details, please see the attached JDPS.