Job summary
There is an opportunity at Dudley Group Hospitals for two Consultant Sonographers to lead the Ultrasound Service, 1x non-obstetric and 1x obstetric and gynae.
The post holder will develop the strategic vision in the specialist field of ultrasound leading on development and innovation in new clinical practices and technologies, advanced research and service development.
The post holder will manage the Ultrasound Service at Russell's Hall Hospital and across the Community Diagnostic Centres working with NHS England and external training providers to provide expert input into the Trust's quality strategy, including influencing and delivering the clinical governance agenda within the specialist field of clinical practice.
The post holder must be qualified to MSc level and undertake advanced clinical practice either interventional ultrasound or consultant led clinics. Extensive experience of managing a specialist team is essential along with proven leadership skills. The role will include facilitating training for Consultants, Radiology/Surgical Registrars, other clinicians and undergraduate and post graduate students.
Main duties of the job
There will be a requirement to undertake a high level of clinical research to ensure best practice and where necessary conduct a programme of clinical audit in the development of new practice with the view to implement new diagnostic pathways that will benefit patients and their treatment.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
We are committed to becoming a diverse and an inclusive employer and where people feel sense of belonging. Seeking to expand diversity within our teams, we positively encourage applications from under-represented groups such asethnically diverse,disabled and LGBTQ+ groups. We are also under-represented in-terms of gender within nursing roles and we would welcome applications from people from male and non-binary backgrounds.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD department. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values, plus much more. For those in a Management/Leadership role, there are additional programmes to support you to develop the skills you need. These include our Managers Essentials Programme and a Leadership Programme that all managers will attend as part of your Dudley Managers Induction. Our Learning Prospectus is a great way to discover the details behind what's available for you here at The Dudley Group.
We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description and person specification for more details or contact Bill Norton, Radiology Manager for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description and person specification for more details or contact Bill Norton, Radiology Manager for more information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level (BSc) or equivalent experience
- MSc in medical ultrasound
- HCPC registration
- Evidence of substantial CPD in clinically related and relevant subjects
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literate and familiar with the use of Trust Information Systems
- Experience of research and development
- Highly developed specialist knowledge in area of expertise/advanced clinical practice
- Effective teaching and training skills for professional, clinical and support staff
Desirable
- Evidence of attending regional and national training events/conferences in area of expertise
Communication
Essential
- Highly developed effective technical and clinical communication skills, both written and spoken, ability to sensitively impart bad news, including test results, to patients and all multi-disciplinary staff within the trust
- Ability to communicate with patients displaying challenging behaviour
- Able to work effectively with multi-disciplinary teams
- Sensitive to the needs of patients and colleagues and diligent on matters where care and support is needed
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level (BSc) or equivalent experience
- MSc in medical ultrasound
- HCPC registration
- Evidence of substantial CPD in clinically related and relevant subjects
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literate and familiar with the use of Trust Information Systems
- Experience of research and development
- Highly developed specialist knowledge in area of expertise/advanced clinical practice
- Effective teaching and training skills for professional, clinical and support staff
Desirable
- Evidence of attending regional and national training events/conferences in area of expertise
Communication
Essential
- Highly developed effective technical and clinical communication skills, both written and spoken, ability to sensitively impart bad news, including test results, to patients and all multi-disciplinary staff within the trust
- Ability to communicate with patients displaying challenging behaviour
- Able to work effectively with multi-disciplinary teams
- Sensitive to the needs of patients and colleagues and diligent on matters where care and support is needed
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).
