Sonographer | Dun Laoghaire | 24 to 40 hours per week

Overview

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 expanding, we require specialisations in MSK, DDH or paediatrics. If you do not possess any of these but are keen to expand your knowledge and clinical experience, we are happy to train you. This role is based in our Dun Laoghaire clinic for 32 hours a week, preferably across three days, though the role could be full-time if combined with clinical work at other locations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Sonographer seeking career progression or a Clinical Specialist Sonographer seeking a new challenge with Medica Ireland.

Who we are:

Medica Ireland is a radiology services provider employing over 160 staff. We deliver managed service solutions to public and private hospitals with patient services in MRI, Ultrasound, CT, DXA, Obstetrics and X-ray. We are clinically led and patient-focused, with Radiologists, Radiographers, Sonographers and ICT professionals. Our track record shows improved access for patients and reduced hospital costs through addressing radiology bottlenecks and workflow inefficiencies.

There has never been a better time to join this growing, exciting project.

Requirements

Qualifications:

- CORU registration

- MSc Ultrasound or equivalent

- Relevant clinical sonography experience with ability to perform a variety of sonographic exam types

Essential skills:

- Demonstrated ability to mentor and support staff (for Clinical Specialist level only)

- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning

- Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills and software programs for documentation and report generation

Desirable skills:

- Ability to manage clinical and non-clinical situations

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

- Ability to engage with staff and management at all levels

- High level of initiative and responsibility

- Interest in quality initiatives for the radiographic service

- Evidence of post-registration professional development

- Paediatrics and DDH or other ultrasound specialty desirable but not essential

Core benefits for you:

- Flexible working

- Company culture that promotes work-life balance

- Commitment to continued learning and development

- Discretionary annual salary review

- Discretionary annual bonus

- Enhanced holiday allowance

- Access to employee assistance programme

- Subsidised family leave

- Cycle to work scheme

- Tax saver scheme

- Social events

- Calm, structured environment focused on patient service with dedicated patient slots

- Rapid access support from Radiologist

- Brand new high-spec GE equipment

Key responsibilities for Sonographer:

Clinical Responsibilities

- To be responsible for the production of high-quality images in accordance with Medica procedures and protocols

- To provide a quality service for all patients by treating each patient with courtesy, kindness, efficiency, efficacy and confidentiality

- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of clinical, technical and radiographic developments in relation to sonography and promote awareness of new developments; ensure best practices are implemented

- Ensure cleanliness, tidiness and safety of clinical areas for all ultrasound services and clinics; comply with current infection control procedures

- Abide by Health and Safety rules and incident reporting policies

- Report equipment problems promptly to the USM and notify the clinic manager of any imminent service delay with updates

- Report complaints promptly using the quality management system and notify the USM

- Keep up-to-date with techniques and protocols; participate in in-service training and team days

- Input into quality control and audit procedures; contribute to policy development

- Maintain accurate patient data entry and management within Medica's RIS/PACS system

Key responsibilities for Clinical Specialist level

We are also open to considering Sonographers and Senior Sonographers. If you would like more information on the scope of any of these roles, please apply and we will be in touch.

Quality management

- Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, protocols and guidelines

- Support the USM in service development and improvement initiatives

- Assist in preventive maintenance and QA program for ultrasound equipment

- Provide professional support and advice

- Assist in risk management and health and safety strategies

- Participate in clinical audits and the complaints/incidents process

Clinical responsibilities

- Produce high-quality images in line with Medica procedures and protocols

- Provide a quality service with courtesy, kindness and confidentiality

- Maintain current knowledge of clinical, technical and radiographic developments

- Ensure cleanliness, tidiness and safety of ultrasound areas

- Report equipment problems and complaints

- Maintain local service records and RIS/PACS data

We welcome applicants from all groups and are committed to an inclusive, diverse workforce. Please complete a confidential equalities monitoring form as part of your application.

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