Independently undertake diagnostic ultrasound examinations within their agreed scope of practice and demonstrated competence. Assess referrals and relevant clinical information to determine the appropriate examination and imaging approach. Exercise autonomous professional judgement during examinations and adapt techniques according to the patient's clinical presentation and individual needs. Independently interpret ultrasound findings and produce clear, accurate and clinically meaningful diagnostic reports. Recognise normal and abnormal appearances and identify findings requiring urgent or immediate clinical escalation. Escalate significant, unexpected or potentially serious findings promptly to the referring clinician, consultant or other appropriate healthcare professional. Recommend further investigation, imaging or clinical review where this falls within the practitioner's agreed scope of practice. Recognise the limitations of ultrasound and of their own qualified competence, seeking appropriate clinical advice or onward referral where required. Maintain accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous patient records.

2. Patient Care and Experience

Responsibilities will include:

- Providing clear explanations of examinations and obtaining appropriate consent.
- Maintaining the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of patients at all times.
- Communicating sensitively with patients who may be anxious or receiving investigations for potentially serious conditions.
- Adapting communication to meet individual patient needs.
- Providing appropriate reassurance while ensuring information communicated to patients remains within the practitioner's professional remit.
- Recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns, deterioration or other clinical risks.




- Supporting St Hughs commitment to delivering a positive patient experience throughout the diagnostic pathway.

3. Clinical Reporting and Communication

The postholder will: Independently produce and authorise diagnostic ultrasound reports within their agreed scope of practice. Ensure reports are accurate, clinically relevant and completed within agreed hospital reporting timescales. Clearly document examination limitations, areas of uncertainty and recommendations for further investigation where appropriate. Communicate urgent or significant findings directly to the appropriate clinician in accordance with St Hughs escalation arrangements. Maintain appropriate documentation of significant verbal communications and clinical escalations. Develop effective working relationships with consultants, GPs, nursing teams and other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care.

4. Clinical Governance and Patient Safety

Responsibilities will include: Working in accordance with St Hughs Hospital policies, procedures and clinical governance arrangements. Maintaining practice in accordance with relevant professional standards, guidance and evidence-based practice. Participating in clinical audit, peer review and quality assurance activity. Participating in discrepancy and learning processes where applicable. Reporting incidents, near misses and clinical concerns through the hospital's agreed reporting arrangements. Contributing to investigations, complaints and clinical reviews where appropriate. Ensuring learning arising from incidents, complaints, audits or peer review is incorporated into clinical practice. Adhering to infection prevention and control requirements. Ensuring ultrasound equipment is appropriately maintained and that equipment faults or concerns are escalated promptly. Applying recognised principles for safe ultrasound practice, including appropriate consideration of acoustic exposure.

📌 Sonographer (Bank) (Grimsby)
🏢 NHS Jobs
📍 Grimsby