Join our team: Sonographer Part time job opportunity
London Gynaecology is a leading private Gynaecology Practice, based at two locations: The Portland Hospital, one of London’s leading private hospitals, and our new clinic in the heart of the City of London. This position would be based mainly at our busy City of London clinic on a part-time basis. We are looking for an experienced Sonographer, with a special interest in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, who will promote our ethos to provide expert advice and care and a first-class patient experience. Your duties and responsibilities will include:
- Conducting a range of scans from gynaecological pelvic scans to early pregnancy reassurance scans, and including transvaginal and transabdominal scanning
- Capability to scan and diagnose reasons for general gynaecological referrals, including abnormal bleeding, ovarian cysts, adenomyosis, fibroids, polyps, carcinomas, polycystic ovaries and infertility
- Clearly explaining sonography procedures to patients and making them feel at ease
- Confidently dealing with sensitive and difficult situations, especially when delivering bad news
- Producing high-quality ultrasound reports and images using Viewpoint
- Keeping accurate records and making referrals where necessary
- Confidently interpreting ultrasound scans in order to share findings with Consultants
- Liaising with Consultants, healthcare assistants and admin staff to enhance patient care
- Ensuring a high quality, patient-focused, professional service is delivered at all times
- Managing a busy patient list while maintaining a positive can-do attitude and the ability to be flexible
- Taking part in regular Consultant meetings and being a part of multidisciplinary teams
- Ensuring the ultrasound machine and consulting room are checked on a regular basis to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene at all times
- Complying with safety guidelines and relevant Codes of Practice, and conducting audits
- Keeping up to date with CPD, annual appraisals and mandatory training
- Helping with any other duties that are required throughout the practice
Experience:
- At least five years’ experience with gynaecology and early pregnancy scans
- Current and/or recent experience in both private and NHS settings
Qualifications and Skills:
- Registered with BMUS, SoR or HCPC
- Diploma of medical ultrasound
- Evidence of professional updates
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work both autonomously and part of a team
- Professional and practical attitude towards work with strong imaging and reporting skills
Salary:
- Competitive rates
Benefits:
- Pension
- Private health cover
Interested applicants should email their CV and cover letter to Snehal Babar: [email protected] Subject line: Sonographer: job opportunity.
Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates – but we thank you for applying and for your interest.