Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE Sonographer Assistant

JOB SUMMARY - Temporary post - full/part-time hours - potential permanent employment

Sonographer assistants support sonographers and other clinicians in delivering an ultrasound service in a community outpatient setting. The role involves contact with patients and their families/carers, administration, room preparation and other general tasks. The post holder will undertake a range of activities under supervision, having been assessed and deemed competent in the activities required. The role will require work at various locations and so travel will be involved.

SALARY 9:50 hour

CONTRACTED HOURS Minimum 22.5 hours over 3 days / full-time

REPORTS TO Sonographer on duty

MANAGERIALLY

ACCOUNTABLE TO Operations Manager

WORKING

RELATIONSHIPS Sugimed Healthcare employees, GPs and other practice staff, patients and other members of the general public

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Able to drive and use own car for travel between clinics, holding a full driving licence

KEY RESULTS AREAS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the registered clinician in implementation of an agreed plan of care with the patient and in accordance with instructions and training received. Receive and welcome patients, their relatives and carers and put them at ease Assist the sonographer in transporting the portable ultrasound scanner and kit from one GP practice to another and setting up equipment, under supervision, in readiness for the start of the clinic Travel between clinics on agreed days of the week within Kent area Setting up the room for each clinic using health and safety check list Act as a chaperone for ultrasound procedures Maintain an inventory of clinical disposables and assist in the management of stock levels Undertake administrative duties including booking appointments and data input into Surgimed Healthcare's electronic records Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with all members of the multidisciplinary team Assist in the maintenance of room cleanliness and tidiness and adhere to infection control policy and procedures at all times. Participate in regular meetings and attend other meetings as requested

EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT

To be responsible for the care of equipment within your charge and the maintenance of a clean and tidy work environment.

Transportation of mobile sonography equipment

FINANCIAL AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Ensure resources are used as effectively as possible, and waste is kept to a minimum.
Identify and implement ideas for cost improvement and/or income generation

COMMUNICATION

Establish and maintain close and harmonious relationships with all staff, patients and the general public to ensure an effective exchange of information.

Provide, receive and negotiate complex, sensitive and/or contentious information where there are significant barriers to communication.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Accurately record and input data on Surgimed Healthcare's computer systems

Use the information system as required and within the Information Governance Framework

Only access Surgimed Healthcare systems, where you have a legitimate reason to do so

RISK MANAGEMENT

Minimise risk by ensuring best practice is maintained at all times.

Assist with Risk Assessments as required.

Adhere to all Surgimed Healthcare's policies, guidelines and procedures.

Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the workplace.

Ensure practice is at all times compliant with infection control policy and procedures.

Ensure that the physical safety of patients, staff and visitors is optimised at all times

Attend all required mandatory training.

Additional information applicable to all posts

a)

Confidentiality

Surgimed Healthcare holds confidential information relating to patients, staff, other individuals and NHS business. Post holders may only use such information as appropriate to carry out their normal duties.

Post holders must not disclose personal, clinical or commercial information to any unauthorised third party; any such disclosure will be investigated and may lead to disciplinary action and possible dismissal.

These obligations are in line with common law duty, the Caldicott principles on patient data, the Data Protection Act, the Freedom of Information Act and other legislation which apply both during employment and after the termination of employment.

b)

Equality and Diversity

The postholder must comply with all Surgimed Healthcare policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families.

The post holder must promote equality, diversity and human rights for all and treat others with dignity and respect. No person whether they are staff, patient or visitor should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc.

c)

Quality & Safety

Patient and staff safety is paramount. The post holder will promote a just and open culture to reporting of incidents and adverse events. To ensure the practice of self and others is at all times compliant with both the safeguarding children's policy and guidance and vulnerable adult's policy.

The post holder should be aware of current health and safety policies. Attend all mandatory health and safety training. Maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and employees. Report any accidents or dangerous incidents promptly. Use protective clothing and equipment where provided.

d)

Vetting & Barring Scheme

It is a criminal offence for someone barred from regulated activity working with vulnerable adults or children to seek this employment. Any employer who knowingly seeks the employment of someone barred from working with vulnerable adults or children are liable for prosecution.

e)

Infection Control

To ensure practice is at all times compliant with infection control policy and procedures. Hand hygiene must be performed before and after contact with patients and their environment.

f)

Governance and Risk

Adhere to all policies, procedures and guidelines.

g)

Training & Personal Development - Continuous Professional Development

There is a requirement for all Surgimed Healthcare staff to take part in the annual appraisal process; this can be in the capacity of facilitating staff appraisals and participating in their own appraisal and development plan.

The post holder must take responsibility in agreement with his/her line manager for his/her own personal development this includes attending statutory and mandatory training allocated for the role

This job description is designed to assist post holders with understanding what is expected of them in their role. Surgimed Healthcare may ask staff to undertake other duties, as required, which are not necessarily specified on the job description but which are commensurate with the grade of the post.

The job description itself may be amended from time to time in consultation with the post holder, within the scope and general level of responsibility attached to the post.

All post holders must take responsibility to ensure that they are aware of and adhere to all Surgimed Healthcare@s policies, procedures and guidelines relating to their employment regardless of their position within the organisation.

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Manager's signature................................................

Date.....................

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 37.5 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 22/08/2025