Ultrasonographer II

Key and Critical Responsibilities

<p> Liaises with all Radiologists and the Consultant Radiologists/Obstetricians. </p><p>Maintains high standards of professionalism and personal conduct in the department. </p><p>Maintains accurate patient records both manually and electronically with regard to appointments, statistics and reporting. </p><p>Directs the duties of professional, technical, nursing and clerical staff and their allocation and rotation within the Ultrasound Department. </p><p>Trains Radiographic, X-Ray assistants and nursing staff on ultrasound matters. </p><p>Liaises with Radiologists in respect of special examinations and for the supervision of all specialized techniques. </p><p>Assists with the implementation and maintenance of the Radiographic Quality Assurance program across the range of ultrasound.</p><p><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Assists the Regional Co-ordinator Radiology Services, in reporting and investigating complaints, incidents, accidents or grievances in accordance with the Regional Policy.</span></p><p>Observes procedures designed to promote Health & Safety within the department. </p><p>Responsible for the provision of an efficient highly specialized clinical service, and maintaining a high standard of ultrasound imaging through quality and protocol standards. </p><p>Assists in the formulation of improved patient care pathways and imaging protocols. </p><p>Operates ultrasound equipment safely and demonstrates an active role in their daily maintenance and quality assurance checks. </p><p>Ensures that equipment malfunction and/or change in image quality is notified promptly to the Senior Radiographer. </p><p>To take a participative and proactive role in CPD, keeping documentary evidents for review in an up to date portfolio. </p><p>To participate in on call duties as required by the department. </p><p> Performs related work as required for the benefit of South-West Regional Health Authority. </p><p>To support clinical training by mentoring, assessing, supervising, and guiding staff and students as necessary in the work area. </p><p>Good interpersonal and good communication skills. </p><p>Clinical expertise in Obstetric, Gynecological and medical ultrasound examination. </p><p>Ability to cope with and respond change. </p><p>To be aware of and adhere to SWRHA policies and procedures. </p><p>Able to work as part of a team. </p><p>Sound knowledge of current issues in professional practice. </p><p>Able to self-motivate and motivate others. </p><p>Able to demonstrate organizational skills.</p><p>Be aware of and adhere to South-West Regional Health Authoritys Policies & Procedures including: </p><p>o Health & Safety at work </p><p>o Grievance Procedure </p><p>o Disciplinary Procedure </p><p>o No Smoking </p><p>o Attendance & Punctuality </p><p>Be aware of and adhere to the Imaging Departments Policies including: </p><p>o Control of infection </p><p>o Prevention of Sharp injury </p><p>o Ionizing Radiation Protection and Local Rules </p><p>o Fire Procedures </p><p>o COSHH </p><p>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.</p><p> </p><p></p>