Trainee Sonographer

We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual to take on a fixed term training post with us, based at Charing Cross hospital. With the support of the local multidisciplinary ultrasound team and the North West London Ultrasound academy you will be complete a postgraduate diploma over a maximum 18-month period. You will be enrolling on the King's college medical ultrasound programme from September 2026. Applicants should ensure they meet the minimum academic requirements expected. The service at Charing cross is extensive and varied, you will be developing your general ultrasound skills in abdominal and pelvic imaging, alongside some vascular work during the training period.It is expected that our trainee will then join the ultrasound team after qualification when a substantive post is available. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced radiographer, nurse or other allied health professional to progress their career and develop new and highly sought after knowledge and skills in a supportive environment within North West London.,

• Perform General and Specialised Ultrasound procedures according to Trust,Departmental (under supervision) and statutory regulations.
• To perform a wide range of general and complex ultrasound examinations (undersupervision). To mark suitable sites to aid localisation for interventional procedures.
• To clinically justify ultrasound requests and plan work load by prioritising requests inaccordance with clinical urgency.
• Assist in the day to day running of the ultrasound unit and to deal effectively withunpredictable patient demands.
• To use the equipment and accessories safely and effectively' reporting any faults throughthe appropriate channels.
• To be conversant with the department computer systems and ensure that accuraterecords are maintained.
• To participate in database housekeeping as required.
• To participate in audit, research and quality control programmes.
• Provision of clinical information to the patient whilst interpreting, negotiating and adaptingthe procedure as applicable to that patient.
• To ensure that all standard operating procedures, protocols and guidelines are adheredto by all members of staff.
  
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Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.