Lead Specialist Sonographer - General
| Posting date: | 16 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £55,690.00 to £62,682.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £55690.00 - £62682.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 July 2025 |
| Location: | London, SE13 6LH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9197-25-0681 |
Summary
Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Management Provide day-to-day leadership and support for the general ultrasound team at Lewisham Hospital. Act as line manager for sonographers, supporting their welfare, professional development, and performance. Maintain the ultrasound rota, working in partnership with the admin team to maximise capacity and ensure adequate cover across all lists. Provide cross-cover for the obstetric ultrasound service during periods of absence. Lead on recruitment, induction, and retention strategies for general ultrasound staff. Monitor and manage sickness, absence, and annual leave requests fairly and in line with Trust policy. Service Delivery & Planning Plan and implement additional capacity to meet increases in patient demand, including during periods of pressure on diagnostic targets. Monitor ultrasound capacity and work with admin teams to optimise appointment booking and reduce inefficiencies. Ensure safe, effective, and responsive service delivery across all general ultrasound lists, including support to A&E and inpatient services. Contribute to long-term service planning in collaboration with the Cross-Site Modality Lead and Radiology Service Manager. Clinical Governance & Quality Maintain high clinical standards in ultrasound practice in line with national and local guidelines. Support audit, incident reporting, and service improvement initiatives. Uphold infection prevention and control standards and ensure safe use of ultrasound equipment. Workforce Development Support the training and development of new sonographers, students, and other health professionals. Facilitate the upskilling of existing sonographers in extended clinical skills (e.g., MSK, head & neck). Promote a culture of continuous learning and support in-house training initiatives in partnership with radiologists and the wider team. Operational & Financial Management Act as budget holder for general ultrasound at Lewisham Hospital. Monitor expenditure, ensuring stock levels are maintained and the department operates within budget. Maintain appropriate equipment, consumables, and supplies to ensure uninterrupted service delivery. Collaboration & Communication Work closely with radiologists to support joint working and service development. Liaise with RDAs, clerical teams, and service users (e.g. outpatient departments, A&E, ward staff) to ensure coordinated care and smooth workflows. Represent the department in meetings and communicate effectively with wider radiology and Trust teams.