Sonographer (Bank)

St Hughs Hospital is seeking experienced and motivated Bank Sonographers to join our Diagnostic Imaging Department. This is an excellent opportunity for autonomous, patient-focused Sonographers looking for flexible bank working within an independent hospital environment. The successful candidate will provide a safe, effective and high-quality diagnostic ultrasound service, undertaking examinations independently within their agreed scope of professional practice. You will be responsible for interpreting ultrasound findings, producing accurate and timely diagnostic reports, and ensuring that significant or unexpected findings are appropriately escalated. We are looking for a confident and compassionate practitioner who is committed to clinical excellence, patient safety and delivering an outstanding patient experience., The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Independently undertaking diagnostic ultrasound examinations within their documented scope of competence.
• Assessing referrals and relevant clinical information to determine the appropriate examination.
• Exercising autonomous clinical judgement and adapting examination techniques to individual patient needs.
• Interpreting ultrasound findings and producing accurate, clinically meaningful diagnostic reports.
• Recognising normal and abnormal appearances and promptly escalating significant or unexpected findings.
• Providing compassionate, professional and individualised patient care, maintaining dignity, privacy and confidentiality.
• Obtaining appropriate consent and explaining examinations clearly to patients.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and ensuring reports are completed within agreed timescales.
• Adhering to clinical governance, safeguarding, infection prevention and control and patient safety requirements.
• Contributing to clinical audit, peer review, quality improvement and service development.
About the role The scope of practice will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications, experience and demonstrated competencies. Depending on individual expertise, this may include

St Hughs Hospital is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare, excellent clinical outcomes and a positive patient experience. Joining our bank team provides an opportunity to contribute to a responsive diagnostic imaging service, working alongside experienced healthcare professionals in a supportive clinical environment. We value professional expertise, clinical accountability, teamwork and a commitment to continuous improvement.