Job summary
An exciting opportunity for a dedicated and passionate individual with an interest in training and development. This is an exciting time to be joining our friendly and enthusiastic team as we work to develop a robust training process for ultrasound students and new employees. You will also be heavily involved in the recruitment of students and staff. You will work across the Trust and in partnership with universities to facilitate the training and development pathways needed to ensure specific KPIs are met.
We are the first within the Greater Manchester region to collaborate with Sheffield Hallam University on their Ultrasound Apprenticeship programme.
At the NCA, we offer services in general medical, gynaecology, obstetrics, vascular, MSK, head & neck and paediatric ultrasound. We actively encourage participation in departmental improvement and in training and CPD.
A recent structure change within Ultrasound has enabled us to establish different roles which have created opportunities for staff and have assisted in better management of the service; a Consultant Sonographer being one of these. There are more opportunities to come, and our ties within Greater Manchester and with higher education institutions provide many possibilities.
This is an 18 month Secondment opportunity as Ultrasound Clinical Tutor across the Northern Care Alliance (NCA) NHS Foundation Trust.
Main duties of the job
- As a key member of the ultrasound team, working closely with the Ultrasound Service Manager, Clinical Lead Sonographers and Directorate Managers, you are responsible for leading both clinically as well as managerially the education and training of ultrasound trainees, new employees and registrars, where necessary.
- Actively participate in the training of students, new employees and registrars (where necessary). This will include multidisciplinary sonography students on the post-graduate certificate/diploma/ MSc Medical Ultrasound course and registrars in radiology and obstetrics and gynecology. This will also include new employees on a probationary period.
- To work as an autonomous ultrasound practitioner undertaking a range of high-quality ultrasound examinations, interpreting the resultant images and providing a diagnostic report in support of subsequent patient management.
- As an Advanced Practitioner with expert knowledge of ultrasound techniques underpinned by theory and experience you will work as part of the team at the NCA sites delivering both academic and clinical teaching to all trainees and new employees.
- Undertake individual trainee assessments and manage the continuous clinical assessment of trainees ensuring competencies are achieved.
About us
The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Person Specification
Registration and qualifications
Essential
- HCPC or equivalent registration
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualification
- Post Graduate Diploma/Certificate In Medical Ultrasound
- Society of Radiographers (SOR) or equivalent registration
- MSc in Imaging/ Ultrasound or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Holds or working towards teaching qualification
- Trained in MSK, Head & Neck, Paeds, Vascular or other
Knowledge, skills, training and experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Significant PG qualification experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Evidence of previous student mentoring and assessing
- Previous experience in a supervisory/ management role
- Evidence of multi-modality knowledge
Person Specification
Registration and qualifications
Essential
- HCPC or equivalent registration
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualification
- Post Graduate Diploma/Certificate In Medical Ultrasound
- Society of Radiographers (SOR) or equivalent registration
- MSc in Imaging/ Ultrasound or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Holds or working towards teaching qualification
- Trained in MSK, Head & Neck, Paeds, Vascular or other
Knowledge, skills, training and experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Significant PG qualification experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Evidence of previous student mentoring and assessing
- Previous experience in a supervisory/ management role
- Evidence of multi-modality knowledge
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).