Job summary
Join Our Team as a B6 Trainee Sonographer
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust - BHH/SH & GHH
Are you ready to take the next step in your healthcare career? UHB NHS Trust is offering an exciting opportunity to train as a Sonographer through a fully supported development programme.
As one of the UK's largest and innovative NHS Trusts, UHB is committed to delivering world-class patient care and investing in the professional growth of our staff. Our comprehensive training pathway combines academic study with hands-on clinical experience, enabling you to gain the skills and qualifications needed to become a highly competent, independent practitioner in ultrasound imaging.
You will work alongside experienced sonographers across a range of ultrasound specialties depending on site base. With access to state-of-the-art equipment, you'll be supported by a friendly, knowledgeable team dedicated to mentoring and helping you succeed.
We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a relevant healthcare background and professional registration such as HCPC, NMC etc, who demonstrate a strong interest in ultrasound and a commitment to delivering excellent patient care.
Begin your ultrasound journey with us--apply today and shape the future of diagnostic imaging.
Applicants will be shortlisted for either Birmingham Heartlands & Solihull (BHH&SH) or Good Hope (GHH).
UHB -- Advancing Healthcare Together.
Main duties of the job
Your daily duties will include observing, assisting, and eventually performing a range of ultrasound examinations under supervision. You will learn to produce high-quality images, make accurate observations, and communicate findings effectively to clinical colleagues.
o To undertake prolonged periods of intense concentration to obtain and interpret images in a dynamic environment
o To communicate effectively with all patients and visitors in a sensitive and empathetic manner. To give clear explanations to patients regarding ultrasound examinations including risks, accuracy, consent and limitations as appropriate
o To maintain patients' dignity and confidentiality whilst frequently undertaking examinations of an intimate nature
o To have good hand/eye co-ordination combined with spatial awareness which enables precise acquisition of diagnostic images
o You will be expected to manage your clinical placement time effectively, develop technical scanning skills, and apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting.
o To understand ergonomic principles to minimise the risk of RSI, ill health in yourself and others.
o To competently use a wide range of high specification ultrasound machines to enhance diagnostic accuracy from images and gain maximum clinical information
o To ensure safe working environment for all, reporting and reducing any risks found.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Educated to degree level or equivalent, have a post graduate accredited qualification in medical ultrasound
- *Must be state registered (HCPC or
- NMC) when eligible or Register of
- Clinical Technologists (RCT)
Experience
Essential
- *Must have relevant skills/knowledge/experience in the range of ultrasound techniques which are required
- *To possess a full understanding of ethical and moral issues to enable delivery of bad news to patients in an appropriate/empathetic manner
- *Highly specialist knowledge of ultrasound procedures
- *An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce.
Desirable
- *IT experience to use the necessary computerised reporting system and image recording system
- *Must be prepared to assist with the development of the service and protocols
- *Possess knowledge and understanding of the audit process
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce.
- *Demonstration of innovation in the healthcare profession.
- *Courteous conduct in
- difficult/contentious situations.
- *Positive application of professional code of conduct
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Educated to degree level or equivalent, have a post graduate accredited qualification in medical ultrasound
- *Must be state registered (HCPC or
- NMC) when eligible or Register of
- Clinical Technologists (RCT)
Experience
Essential
- *Must have relevant skills/knowledge/experience in the range of ultrasound techniques which are required
- *To possess a full understanding of ethical and moral issues to enable delivery of bad news to patients in an appropriate/empathetic manner
- *Highly specialist knowledge of ultrasound procedures
- *An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce.
Desirable
- *IT experience to use the necessary computerised reporting system and image recording system
- *Must be prepared to assist with the development of the service and protocols
- *Possess knowledge and understanding of the audit process
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce.
- *Demonstration of innovation in the healthcare profession.
- *Courteous conduct in
- difficult/contentious situations.
- *Positive application of professional code of conduct
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
