Sonographer

at  Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

We are a close team of permanent sonographers with the majority undertaking obstetrics, gynaecology and general medicine examinations. We encourage role extension, have quarterly education sessions, clinical meetings and support the ethos that ultrasound is a career embedded in lifelong learning. Our womens unit provides care for our Obstetric and Gynaecology patients. We have 4 ultrasound rooms within the main department and a shared reporting area where support and opinions can be given and shared.
We also have scan rooms in the early pregnancy unit and the ante-natal clinic. This is where you would be working if you have a PgC qualification. If you have a PgD qualification you would also undertake general medicine examinations as part of your remit. The general medicine examinations are undertaken in the X-Ray department where we have 6 ultrasound rooms in which we both scan and report.
This department is where we undertake general medicine, head and neck, MSK and vascular DVT examinations. We also undertake infant hip and neonatal cranial ultrasound examinations within the paediatric setting. Main Duties and Responsibilities Qualified to provide a diagnostic reporting service to referring Clinicians Communications Communicate effectively with patients and carers to support and empower them. To develop good communications with all disciplines of staff both internally and external to the Directorate.
Responsibility for Patient Care To ensure a high quality patient focussed professional service is delivered at all times To provide an integrated Ultrasound service to hospital clinicians, GPs and Midwives. To perform a range of Ultrasound examinations on all groups of patients within your remit to the recognised standard. To issue diagnostic reports based on Ultrasound findings to referring clinicians in order to contribute to timely patient management. To offer support/counselling as appropriate in the event of breaking bad news.
To be responsible for and ensure the care and comfort of the patient whilst in the Department and during the examination To ensure all work areas are kept tidy at all times. To maintain professionally high standards in appearance, hygiene, manner, punctuality, attendance and competence. Responsibility for Policy and Service Development and Implementation To work to agreed Clinical protocols in any of the Ultrasound Departments within the Directorate. To maintain a high standard of work at all times and adhere to the Directorate Quality Standards Document.
Responsibilities for Human Resources and Leadership To supervise the Radiographer Helpers who assist in the Ultrasound areas To participate in the induction of new staff into the Department and support the undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. To be aware of the responsibilities for safety of him/herself, patients and others in accordance with fire, health and safety and COSHH regulations to ensure that safe working practices are carried out at all times. To participate in the staff appraisal system and agree your personal and professional development plan with your line manager. Responsibilities for Teaching and Training To participate in the training of specialist Registrars in Radiology/Obstetrics and other non-medical professionals in Ultrasound techniques and use of equipment To participate in the induction of new staff into the Department and support the undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes.
Responsibilities for data and information resources To be responsible for and ensure that Clinical and other information records are fully and accurately completed in a timely manner. Research, Development and Audit To show evidence of continuing professional development. Attend MDT Meetings relevant to your specialist interest on a regular basis. To keep up to date with current imaging technical developments, professional and Trust issues.
General Duties As a member of a clinical team your personal contribution to reducing healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) require you to be familiar with the Trusts Hand Decontamination Policy, Personal Protective Equipment Policy, safe procedures for using aseptic techniques and safe disposal of sharps. You are required to attend mandatory training in Infection Prevention & Control and be compliant with all measures known to be effective in reducing HCAIs Observe the provisions of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures To maintain confidentiality and abide by the Data Protection Act To be familiar with and follow health and safety policy and procedures and to be aware of individual responsibilities under legislation, drawing any areas of potential risk to the attention of Managers To undertake any other duties which is deemed appropriate to the band when requested by Senior Staff The above indicates the main duties of the post which may be reviewed in the light of experience and development within the service. Any review will be undertaken in conjunction with the post holder Safeguarding All employees have a duty and responsibility to protect and safeguard children and vulnerable adults. They must therefore be aware of child protection procedures and who to contact within the Trust for further help and guidance Data Protection & Confidentiality To abide by all relevant Trust and Departmental policies including information governance, confidentiality and data protection.
The post holder is reminded that any breach of the Trusts information governance and security policies and procedures will result in disciplinary action. Compliance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and Information Governance the post holder is required to process all personal data relating to patients and staff, in both manual and electronic records, in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998, ensuring the security and confidentiality of data at all times. They must not for their own benefit or gain, or to divulge to any persons, firm or other organisation whatsoever, any confidential information belonging to the Trust or relating to the Trusts affairs or dealings which may come to their knowledge during employment. Health & Safety Compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974- the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions.
This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Harassment & BullyingAs a member of staff you have a personal responsibility to ensure you do not discriminate, harass or bully or contribute to the discrimination, harassment or bullying of any colleague(s) or visitors or condone discrimination, harassment or bullying by others. Dignity & RespectAll employees have a duty to promote a harmonious working environment in which all persons are treated with dignity and respect, whilst fulfilling our legal obligations under equality legislation and associated codes of practice. The Trust takes the right of the patient/service user to be treated with dignity and respect seriously.
We will treat every patient/service user and carer as a valued individual, with respect for his/ her dignity and privacy. Our aim is to give each patient/service user the care we would want for our families and ourselves. To undertake any other duties which is deemed appropriate to the band when requested by Senior Staff

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