Obstetric Specialist Sonographer
3 days ago
Aylesbury
We are looking for an experienced Band 8a Sonographer to join our ultrasound service across Stoke Mandeville Hospital and Wycombe Hospital on a temporary basis until June 2027. • Perform, interpret and report general abdominal, small parts, obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound examinations., • Undertake trans-vaginal and a wide range of non-obstetric ultrasound examinations., • Perform examinations in ITU, NICU, theatres and trauma settings, including sedated or anaesthetised patients., • Provide specialist ultrasound advice and image interpretation to clinicians and healthcare professionals., • Support one-stop clinics and specialist clinical pathways., • Recognise significant findings and make appropriate urgent referrals for further treatment or imaging., • Provide sensitive counselling and support to patients, including those receiving distressing news., • Assist with biopsies and other sterile procedures, including patient monitoring., • Undertake mobile ultrasound examinations where required., • Maintain high standards of patient safety, infection control and equipment quality assurance., • Support the development of ultrasound protocols, techniques and service improvements., • Assist with equipment evaluation, maintenance and quality assurance., • Provide teaching, training and supervision to students, radiographers, sonographers and clinical support staff., • Participate in audit, research, clinical governance and multidisciplinary meetings., • Maintain accurate patient records and use relevant imaging and reporting systems, including PACS and RIS., • Maintain own CPD and complete mandatory and statutory training., • Communicate effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams., • Assist with monitoring waiting times and achieving service targets., • Support service development and deputise for the Ultrasound Service Manager when required., • Work autonomously while maintaining high professional, clinical and reporting standards., • BSc in Radiography or equivalent healthcare qualification to degree level., • PGD in Ultrasound Imaging or equivalent qualification with relevant ultrasound experience., • MSc in Ultrasound or equivalent extensive experience in general medical and obstetric ultrasound., • Current HCPC or RCT registration., • Extensive experience in obstetric, gynaecological and general medical ultrasound., • Wide range of non-obstetric scanning experience., • Evidence of CPD and recent DQASS monitoring., • Excellent knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and cross-sectional anatomy., • Ability to work autonomously and produce accurate clinical reports., • Experience in teaching, training, counselling and communicating sensitive information. Location: Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Aylesbury, HP21 8AL Duration: Temporary until June 2027 Band: 8a #J-18808-Ljbffr