At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality ultrasound diagnostics and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
- Company: Join Diagnostic World, a leading provider of NHS and private healthcare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Engage in continuous professional development and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while advancing your career in healthcare.
- Qualifications: BSc (Hons) degree, HCPC registration, and ultrasound scanning experience required.
The predicted salary is between 37000 - 45000 £ per year.
To provide NOUS diagnostics to patients on behalf of the company whilst adhering to the highest quality standards of ultrasound Practice patient care, in accordance with company standards, procedures and protocols.
About us
Diagnostic World is a leading provider of NHS and Private healthcare with services delivered from Community Diagnostic Centres and Community Health Centres.
Within our service offering, we provide Non‑Obstetric Ultrasound and Echocardiography services to patients across England on a referred and self‑referred basis.
Job responsibilities
What you are responsible for
- To provide general abdominal, pelvic, small parts and vascular/MSK/Early Pregnancy (if appropriately trained) ultrasound scanning services in conjunction with other Sonographers and healthcare professionals.
- To independently perform ultrasound scanning duties to the required standards of Diagnostic World and client partners and to produce a clinical report for each ultrasound scan undertaken.
- To undertake any administrative duties necessary for speedy progression of patients and patient results e. g. Patient Escalations.
- To actively participate in matters concerning clinical governance, clinical audit and assessment.
- To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
- To undertake any equipment tests as part of Diagnostic Healths quality assurance programme and to report any equipment faults to the service manager.
- To adhere to company policy and procedures in terms of health and safety, data protection and confidentiality and SOPs.
- To give full co‑operation in any investigations of a complaint or untoward incident and comply with company procedure to that effect.
- To ensure that professional and technical knowledge/expertise is kept up to date and to maintain a portfolio to show evidence of personal professional development.
- To participate in individual performance review (appraisal) on an annual basis.
- To hold, and when required exchange with colleagues, company assets required to carry out service effectively.
Additional/ad‑hoc responsibilities
- Second opinion on discrepancy cases and involvement in peer‑to‑peer audit.
- Advice on a complaint/incident.
- Assist with recruitment when required.
- Join Clinical Advisory Board meetings when requested and assist in the review of reporting guidelines.
Qualifications
- Hold a relevant BSc (Hons) degree.
- Hold mandatory registration with HCPC or RCT.
- Hold a full UK driving Licence.
- Have a strong understanding of Data Protection.
- Have ultrasound scanning experience: gynecology and abdominal scanning.
- Have experience of independent reporting.
- Be able to provide evidence of CPD.
- Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Advanced Practitioner Sonographer in Walsall employer: Diagnostic World
At Diagnostic World, we pride ourselves on being a leading provider of NHS and Private healthcare, offering our Advanced Practitioner Sonographers a dynamic work environment that prioritises patient care and professional development. Our commitment to high-quality standards is matched by our supportive work culture, where continuous learning and collaboration with healthcare professionals are encouraged, ensuring that you can grow your skills while making a meaningful impact in the community. With locations across England, you will enjoy the unique advantage of working in Community Diagnostic Centres that foster a sense of belonging and purpose in delivering essential healthcare services.
