Advanced Practitioner Sonographer Job Preston area,England UK,Healthcare

Detailed job description and main responsibilities Duties to include, but not be limited to:

Actively participate in both the theoretical & practical Ultrasound training for the postgraduate Diplomas / Certificates in Ultrasound and any other training required.
Be able to undertake case presentation.
Offer support and supervision to other Sonographers and delegated Medical staff.
Assist authorised medical staff in Ultrasound examinations when required.
To participate in the training and mentoring of student radiographers.
Participate in departmental CPD by attendance at talks, lectures and training.
Participate in appraisal and formulate a PDP as part of appraisal documentation to ensure ongoing personal development
Be able to undertake duties pertaining to in house cascade training of various mandatory training requirements.
Participate in the Appraisal process with the ability to identify personal objectives and, if required, perform appraisals for more junior staff.

* Please note that the interview date may be subject to change*

Person specification Qualifications and Education Essential criteria

Professional qualification DCR/B.Sc. Radiography
Case accredited Post graduate Diploma/MSc in Medical Ultrasound
Mandatory professional registration eg HCPC/NMC
Ability and experience to report on ultrasound examinations

Knowledge and Experience Essential criteria

Experience working with patients and / or people in an acute healthcare setting
Experience of recent & relevant Professional CPD. Supported by professional CPD portfolio
Wide range of recent & relevant Ultrasound experience.

Desirable criteria

Experience in Quality Assurance
Experience in other imaging modalities
Experience in FASP screening pathway

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