Sonographer | Dun Laoghaire | 3-4 Days Per Week

Job role:Medica Group is the market leader in the provision of teleradiology and managed radiology services to the UK and Ireland.We are now recruiting for a new colleague to join our growing Ultrasound team on a part-time basis.As we are constantly expanding our business, at this moment, we require specialisations in MSK, DDH or paediatrics.However, if you do not possess any of them but have interest in expanding your knowledge and clinical experience in them, we would be happy to train youWe opened a new clinic in Dun Laoghaire last year and, as the service expands, we need a new colleague to be based there for ideally 32 hours a week, across four days per week.However, the role could also be full time combined with clinical work in other locations.This is a great opportunity for an experienced Sonographer who wants to take a step forward in their professional career or a Clinical Specialist Sonographer looking for a new challenge with Medica Ireland.Who we are:Medica Ireland is a radiology services provider in Ireland employing over 160 staff members.We deliver managed service solutions to public and private hospitals and have patient services in MRI, Ultrasound, CT, DXA, Obstetrics and X-Ray.We are a clinically led, patient-focused organisation with industry experts including Radiologists, Radiographers, Sonographers and ICT professionals.Our proven track record shows improvement in access for patients through the resolution of traditional radiology bottlenecks and workflow inefficiencies, while simultaneously reducing costs for the hospital.Medica Group is still focusing on growing, and the Irish business is doing it constantly.There has never been a better time to get involved in this amazing projectRequirementsQualifications:CORU registrationMSc Ultrasound or equivalentRelevant clinical sonography experience with ability to perform a variety of sonographic exam typesEssential skills:Demonstrated ability to mentor and support staff (for Clinical Specialist level only)Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and lifelong learningDemonstrated proficiency with computer skills and software programs for documentation activities and report generationDesirable skills:Demonstrated ability to manage clinical and non-clinical situationsHave excellent interpersonal and communicative skillsBe able to deal with staff and management at all levels within the organisationHave a high capacity for responsibility and individual initiativeHave an interest in quality initiation for the radiographic serviceEvidence of post registration professional developmentPaediatrics and DDH or other ultrasound speciality desirable, but not essentialCore benefits for you:Flexible workingA company culture that promotes work-life balanceCommitment from employers to continued learning and developmentDiscretionary annual salary review processDiscretionary annual bonusEnhanced holiday allowanceAccess to employee assistance programmeSubsidised family leaveCycle to work schemeTax saver schemeSocial eventsCalm, structured environment with the focus on patient service, with dedicated slots assigned per patient to ensure the best patient experienceRapid access support from RadiologistBrand new high spec GE EquipmentKey responsibilities for Sonographer:To be responsible for the production of high-quality images in accordance with Medica procedures and protocolsTo provide a quality service for all our patients by ensuring that every patient is treated as an individual with courtesy, kindness, efficiency, efficacy and confidentialityMaintain up to date knowledge of clinical, technical and radiographic developments in relation to sonography and promote awareness of new developmentsTo take responsibility for the general cleanliness, tidiness and safety of the clinical areas of all ultrasound services and clinicsTo be familiar with current infection control procedures in each locationTo be familiar with and abide by, all Health and Safety Rules and recommendations and Incident Reporting policiesTo report any equipment problems that occur on any given day in a timely manner to the USMTo report any complaints in a timely manner using the quality management system and notifying the USMTo keep up-to-date with current techniques and protocols in Medica and to take part in in-service training, team days as requiredInput into quality control and audit procedures and development of policies and protocols as requiredTo maintain accurate patient data entry and management of Medica's RIS/PACS systemKey responsibilities for Clinical Specialist levelQuality managementContribute to the development and implementation of operational policies, protocols and guidelinesSupport the USM in the implementation of initiatives aimed at on-going service development and improvementAssist in the provision of the preventive maintenance and QA program for ultrasound equipmentProvide professional support and adviceAssist in the development and implementation of risk management and health and safety strategies in association with appropriate personnelPartake and understand the clinical audit process, complete audits as required and partake in the complaints and incident processClinical responsibilitiesTo be responsible of the production of high-quality images in accordance with Medica procedures and protocolsTo provide a quality service for all our patients by ensuring that every patient is treated as an individual with courtesy, kindness and confidentialityMaintain up to date knowledge of clinical, technical and radiographic developmentsTo take responsibility for the general cleanliness, tidiness and safety of the clinical areas of all ultrasound services and clinicsTo report any equipment problems that occur and any complaintsTo retain all local service records in the local service folderTo maintain accurate patient data entry and management of Medica's RIS/PACS systemWe welcome people from all groups in the community to apply for jobs with Medica so that we maintain inclusive teams and a diverse workforce.We celebrate differences and encourage everyone to be themselves at work.Join us todayWe request all applicants to complete a confidential equalities monitoring form.The data we collect will help us identify any recruitment trends and address any concerns.#J-18808-Ljbffr