Job Title: Reporting Sonographer
Location: Guernsey
Type: Permanent
Salary: £52,932 - £80,716 per annum
Summary:
Sanctuary Personnel is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Independent Reporting Sonographer to join our client's team. The successful candidate will perform high-quality exams and produce concise, accurate reports independently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct and independently report ultrasound exams with a high standard of accuracy.
- Communicate complex and sensitive results to clinicians and patients with empathy.
- Tailor scan information appropriately for the recipient, requiring strong interpersonal skills.
- Prioritise and organise clinical workload efficiently from various referral pathways.
- Adhere to policies, procedures, and protocols in line with professional guidelines.
- Perform scans across multiple specialisms including obstetric, abdominal, gynaecological, and vascular.
- Oversee day-to-day ultrasound operations and deputise for the Superintendent Sonographer as needed.
- Maintain and expand personal ultrasound skills through continuous professional development.
- Participate in departmental governance, risk management, health and safety, and audit activities.
- Educate, train, and mentor healthcare professionals and student sonographers.
- Deliver professional education and presentations to healthcare groups.
Job Environment:
- Service delivery in diverse clinical environments.
- Work autonomously and as part of a team in various settings including wards, A&E, and a neighbouring hospital.
- Interact with a range of patient presentations, including those with challenging behaviours and conditions.
- Provide empathy and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Exposure to unpleasant conditions and maintaining professionalism throughout.
Main Duties:
Clinical Responsibilities:
- Utilise advanced ultrasound software requiring excellent hand-eye coordination.
- Plan, implement, and evaluate ultrasound exams based on best practices.
- Perform, interpret, and report on scans autonomously, following departmental protocols.
- Provide specialist advice and health education to patients and clinicians.
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure proper communication of patient information.
- Modify protocols and scan parameters to optimise diagnostic information.
- Manage own workload, ensuring timely report generation.
- Refer patients for further investigation based on ultrasound findings.
- Follow hospital and departmental policies and professional codes of conduct.
- Report incidents and participate in investigations as necessary.
- Demonstrate computer literacy and proficiency with IT systems.
Operational/Managerial Responsibilities:
- Assist the Superintendent Sonographer in clinical aspects and service provision.
- Independently manage appointment scheduling and workload prioritisation.
- Contribute to financial initiatives and cost-effective resource use.
- Promote effective multidisciplinary collaboration and communication.
- Participate in staff performance reviews and training.
- Develop new evidence-based practices and take the lead in specific areas.
- Ensure patient and staff safety through risk assessment and adherence to guidelines.
- Participate in service development and improvement activities.
- Perform quality assurance testing and basic fault finding on equipment.
- Report incidents in line with departmental policies.
Educational and Professional Role:
- Act as an expert and mentor in ultrasound skills.
- Participate in departmental audits and mandatory training.
- Engage in continuous professional development and research activities.
Key Criteria:
Essential:
- DCR or BSc in Diagnostic Radiography.
- Diploma or Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound at Masters level.
- Evidence of post-qualification study and career development.
- HPC registration (if applicable).
- SOR membership.
- Experience in abdominal, small parts, obstetric ultrasound, paediatric hips, and some vascular scanning.
- Mentoring and assessing junior staff to Masters level.
- Demonstrable evidence of continued audit and CPD.
- Strong leadership and multitasking skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Effective communication and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in IT and keyboard skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and use initiative.
Desirable:
- PGC or equivalent in Vascular or MSK Ultrasound.
- Masters in Medical Imaging.
- Experience in MSK or vascular ultrasound.
- Experience managing others.
If you meet the essential criteria and are looking for an opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, apply now through Sanctuary Personnel.
