Sonographer
| Posting date: | 08 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | £47,810.00 to £54,710.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £47810.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 October 2025 |
| Location: | Wigan and Leigh, WN1 2NN |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9302-25-0494 |
Summary
Key results from the job holder To provide and deliver a high quality and effective Ultrasound service by independently performing Ultrasound examinations, interpreting the images, producing and issuing a report to the referring clinician and ensuring an optimum patient experience. Participate in the training of multi-disciplinary staff groups Responsible for checking, vetting and prioritising ultrasound requests. To be constantly seeking ways to improve standards and performance including audit and peer review Assist and participate in biopsy and other interventional procedures if required Planning and Organisational Duties Involvement in the vetting /prepping of referrals. To be flexible to changes in service demands. To participate in and keep records of equipment testing e.g., QA and post installation Plans and prioritises own, (and Radiologists) workload. To maintain quality control procedures. To report equipment faults. To participate in an effective patient appointment system- monitoring appointment diaries and booking allocations as and when necessary. To be flexible and provide cover for colleagues (including Radiologists) as requested by Lead Sonographer and Deputy Clinical Leads. Organisation of and participation in meetings, CPD and audit. Involvement in maintaining stocks levels Participating in organisation of machine services and repairs. Facilitation of machine demonstrations and co-ordination choice and purchase of ultrasound equipment Communications and Key Working Relationships To liaise with other departments, units, hospitals and other agencies as necessary To attend and contribute to clinical audit and MDT meetings e.g., Ultrasound, Gynae and Urological meetings. To use the Radiology Information System (CRIS) and PACS to maintain and update accurate patient and departmental records to the standards expected within the directorate. To keep up to date with the Trusts information and Departmental policies. To safeguard at all times confidentiality of information relating to patients and staff. To be actively involved in research and development where appropriate Participate in departmental audits and research projects e.g., Post and under graduate research studies. Production and update of patient information sheets when required. Responsibility for Finance To be proactive in the assessment and quality assurance of equipment taking into consideration the ability to provide a suitable level of service. To ensure the responsible use of all Ultrasound equipment and resources Responsibility for Human Resources To support the departmental induction process for new work colleagues. To supervise all members of staff in the performance of their duties Responsibility for Health & Safety To attend mandatory training courses including those with regard to Health and Safety and be familiar with Radiology Standard procedures within Ultrasound and other modalities where required. Regularly attending both theoretical and practical moving and handling sessions. Ensure the health and safety of all patients during Ultrasound procedures, which are undertaken both within the department and on the mobile equipment. To supervise all members of staff in the performance of their duties. To take part in Q.A measures in keeping with clinical governance. To ensure the responsible use of all Ultrasound equipment and resources. Supports Radiologists/Gynaecologists with interventional procedures. Responsibility for Teaching To mentor and support post graduate Trainees in Ultrasound. To attend internal and external study days and lectures and to provide formal feedback to colleagues when appropriate. To be actively involved in research and development Participate in departmental audits and research projects Production and update of patient information sheets when required.