Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and experienced Sonographer to join our team as Lead Sonographer for Mile End Hospital Community Diagnostic Centre. The postholder will provide operational and clinical leadership for the Community Diagnostic Centre ultrasound service. This is an opportunity for suitably skilled Sonographer to enhance their skills by developing their leadership and management pillar in Advanced Clinical Practice. The successful candidate should demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be committed to providing and developing a high-quality ultrasound service. In addition, they must be able to deputise for the Ultrasound Lead Sonographer for CDC and Networked Services in their absence and work closely with the other Lead Sonographers in the Trust and therefore be flexible in their approach to work. A desire to teach others is essential, as is good organisational skills, the ability to prioritise workload and effective liaison with other departments. Current and up to date state registration through a regulatory body (HCPC; NMC or GMC) in the UK and Case accredited Ultrasound qualification, DMU or Post Graduate Cert / Diploma in Medical Ultrasound is essential. This post holder is responsible for supporting the integration of the Networked Ultrasound service, managing both the CDC and Early Diagnostic Centre Ultrasound services and ensuring cross site rotation of the Sonographer workforce.

Main Duties of the Job

• Act as Operational Lead Sonographer for Mile End Hospital Community Diagnostic Centre and Early Diagnostic Ultrasound service.
• Provide clinical support and mentoring to the diagnostic imaging team of sonographers, Trainee Sonographers, Imaging Assistants, admin, and clerical team.
• Actively develop the service in conjunction with NHS guidelines and directives.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to undertake both clinical (50%) and managerial/leadership (50%) duties, liaising with modality Lead Sonographers within the Trust and Northeast London.
• Assist in the co-ordination, management and allocation of staff and resources within the networked ultrasound service, with a focus on Mile End Hospital site.
• Monitor patient pathways and justification of referrals, promote patient advocacy and communicate effectively with other Health Care Professionals and outside agencies regarding patient care.
• Undertake clinical work within established quality standards of practice, adhering to ultrasound guidelines such as those published by BMUS, RCOG, RCR, FASP and NICE to ensure safe delivery of all ultrasound imaging, reporting and management of the patient within agreed department protocols.

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[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers. The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging.

Person Specification

Experience

• Essential: Substantial experience in ultrasound imaging post qualification with varied experience in NOUS (General, Gynaecology, Small parts, MSK); Evidence of continuing professional development; Experience of post graduate teaching.
• Desirable: Undertaking appraisal practices; Training in vascular ultrasound; Attendance of a clinical supervisor course; Managing a budget; Writing business cases and policies; Demonstrable operational management experience in the health service; Experience in undertaking recruitment drives.

Skills

• Essential: Be of smart personal appearance; High level inter-personal and communications skills; Able to work collaboratively with other disciplines; High level of work organisation, self-motivation, drive for performance and improvement plus flexibility in approach and attitude; Ability to deal with conflict and stressful situations; Ability to work under pressure; Effective leadership and team working; Computer literate; Ability to analyse complex problems and develop practical and workable solutions; Ability to manage and deliver deadlines.
• Desirable: Presentation skills; Achievements in managing change; Ability to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners.

Knowledge

• Essential: Up-to-date knowledge of current and emerging ultrasound techniques and relevant topics/professional issues; Knowledge of current policies and legislation affecting service delivery; Good understanding of clinical governance and risk management.
• Desirable: Participation experience of NHS leadership programs.

Qualifications

• Essential: Post Graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound Case accredited; Current state registration through a regulatory body (HCPC; NMC or GMC).
• Desirable: BSc Hons degree or DCR in Diagnostic Radiography; MSc in Medical Ultrasound; Managerial qualification.

Additional Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For more information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website and NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

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Address: Mile End Hospital, London, E1 4DG

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Contact

For questions about the job, contact: Lead Sonographer CDC & Networked Ultrasound Service, Durai Smart at [contact hidden]