Job summary
The post holder will be required to prepare and provide training for trainees during their session commitment. The training sessions will be for the core training of specialist trainee's years 1-3 (ST1, 2 &3) as well as other health professionals such as Radiographers, Sonographers and Physiotherapists.
The post holder will form part of the National Imaging Academy Wales (NIAW), working alongside the Consultant Radiologist Trainers, Training Programme Directors, Academy Director and Academy Management team to develop and deliver an Ultrasound training and imaging programme.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a registered Radiographer or Sonographer with a postgraduate qualification in Ultrasound (or equivalent), in-depth practical training, expert knowledge of anatomy and abnormalities, and competence to work autonomously. They will have evidence of CPD, teaching experience, and up-to-date knowledge of ultrasound policy and practice.
Key duties include performing and interpreting a range of ultrasound scans (e.g., abdomen, pelvis), providing expert advice to trainees and colleagues, supervising clinical training, and contributing to teaching, research, innovation, CPD events, and NHS Wales service developments. They must be skilled in operating ultrasound equipment, acquiring optimal images, using IT systems, and communicating complex results clearly and sensitively.
The role also involves equipment care, data entry, adherence to policies, participation in audits, maintaining safe working conditions, and protecting patient confidentiality. The post holder will be accountable for their own clinical and training practice and able to work independently while contributing to the wider aims of the Academy.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be:
- A registered Radiographer or Sonographer with excellent competence and confidence in practice.
- Hold a Postgraduate qualification in Ultrasound from an accredited University or equivalent, or a recognised qualification.
- Has undertaken in depth practical ultrasound training, understands the technology and safety issues relating to diagnostic ultrasound, is familiar with normal and abnormal anatomy, has expert knowledge of abnormalities and is confident and competent to work autonomously.
- Have evidence of continuing professional development in ultrasound.
- Have evidence of involvement in teaching and training.
- Knowledge of up to date developments in ultrasound policy and practice.
- Provide expert ultrasound information and advice to trainees, colleagues and other health care professionals and agencies.
- Undertake a range of ultrasound scans within the Academy clinical environment.
- Interpret scan appearances, exercising judgement in the identification and assessment of complicated conditions and convey this information to their trainees.
- Direct training including teaching, image interpretation and report checking.
- Provide supervision of trainees during clinical training sessions.
- Contribute to the wider aims of the Academy which include innovation, collaborative partnership with academic institutions, industry and NHS Wales within the remit of their speciality which may include:
Contributing to teaching undergraduate students.
Participating and leading on research and innovation facilitated at the Academy.
Contribute to courses, conferences and CPD events hosted at the Academy.
Contribute to developments for NHS Wales Diagnostic Services, such as workforce planning or developing advanced practice training.
- Competent in using a variety of ultrasound equipment to obtain optimum images.
- Able to accurately acquire and interpret diagnostic information relating to anatomy, make decisions to modify diagnostic ultrasound examinations as appropriate.
- Report on and make recommendations on patient care, including referrals based on the interpretation of the ultrasound examinations to the appropriate professionals.
- Able to acquire precise measurements and interpret this information.
- Competent to undertake a range of ultrasound scans to include abdomen and pelvis.
- Able to obtain optimal anatomical views through the use of highly developed dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills.
- Competent in the use of computer systems and IT packages to record their findings.
- An effective communicator, possessing the necessary skills to convey complex scan results to patients, relatives and trainees in a clear sensitive manner, and give evidence based information, support and advice as required.
- Able to teach Radiology trainees, student sonographers and other Allied Health professionals.
- Able to provide expert advice on ultrasound technique, good practice and governance.
- Professionally accountable for ones own clinical and training practice and abide by the Academy and Host Organisations guidelines, policies and protocols.
- Up to date with ultrasound developments and innovation through maintaining their own professional development.
- Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people in a manner consistent with their level of understanding, culture and background to explore complex issues and decision making.
- Able to work independently as an autonomous practitioner, accountable for own ultrasound scan examination.
- Able to plan and prioritises own workload.
- Responsible for safe use of expensive specialist equipment.
- Responsible for data entry, utilising paper or computer based data entry systems.
- Contribute to research and clinical audit programmes, regularly undertake R & D activities.
- Undertake surveys or participate in occasional audits or research, as necessary to own role by assisting in collection of information upon request.
- Hold personal duty of care for any equipment used to undertake the role.
- Perform general housekeeping duties including maintaining stock levels, general cleaning and waste disposal in line with organisational policy and procedures.
- Implement NHS Wales and Health Board policies and clinical protocols ensuring that service provision is in accordance with these policies.
- Participate in multidisciplinary Academy team and training meetings.
- Follow existing policies and procedures; may comment on proposals for policies and procedures in own area, proposes changes to policies and procedures in own area.
- Ensure working conditions are safe, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act. Be aware of local infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records protecting confidential information of patients and trainees obtained in the course of professional practice and compliance with Data Protection Acts.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be:
- A registered Radiographer or Sonographer with excellent competence and confidence in practice.
- Hold a Postgraduate qualification in Ultrasound from an accredited University or equivalent, or a recognised qualification.
- Has undertaken in depth practical ultrasound training, understands the technology and safety issues relating to diagnostic ultrasound, is familiar with normal and abnormal anatomy, has expert knowledge of abnormalities and is confident and competent to work autonomously.
- Have evidence of continuing professional development in ultrasound.
- Have evidence of involvement in teaching and training.
- Knowledge of up to date developments in ultrasound policy and practice.
- Provide expert ultrasound information and advice to trainees, colleagues and other health care professionals and agencies.
- Undertake a range of ultrasound scans within the Academy clinical environment.
- Interpret scan appearances, exercising judgement in the identification and assessment of complicated conditions and convey this information to their trainees.
- Direct training including teaching, image interpretation and report checking.
- Provide supervision of trainees during clinical training sessions.
- Contribute to the wider aims of the Academy which include innovation, collaborative partnership with academic institutions, industry and NHS Wales within the remit of their speciality which may include:
Contributing to teaching undergraduate students.
Participating and leading on research and innovation facilitated at the Academy.
Contribute to courses, conferences and CPD events hosted at the Academy.
Contribute to developments for NHS Wales Diagnostic Services, such as workforce planning or developing advanced practice training.
- Competent in using a variety of ultrasound equipment to obtain optimum images.
- Able to accurately acquire and interpret diagnostic information relating to anatomy, make decisions to modify diagnostic ultrasound examinations as appropriate.
- Report on and make recommendations on patient care, including referrals based on the interpretation of the ultrasound examinations to the appropriate professionals.
- Able to acquire precise measurements and interpret this information.
- Competent to undertake a range of ultrasound scans to include abdomen and pelvis.
- Able to obtain optimal anatomical views through the use of highly developed dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills.
- Competent in the use of computer systems and IT packages to record their findings.
- An effective communicator, possessing the necessary skills to convey complex scan results to patients, relatives and trainees in a clear sensitive manner, and give evidence based information, support and advice as required.
- Able to teach Radiology trainees, student sonographers and other Allied Health professionals.
- Able to provide expert advice on ultrasound technique, good practice and governance.
- Professionally accountable for ones own clinical and training practice and abide by the Academy and Host Organisations guidelines, policies and protocols.
- Up to date with ultrasound developments and innovation through maintaining their own professional development.
- Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people in a manner consistent with their level of understanding, culture and background to explore complex issues and decision making.
- Able to work independently as an autonomous practitioner, accountable for own ultrasound scan examination.
- Able to plan and prioritises own workload.
- Responsible for safe use of expensive specialist equipment.
- Responsible for data entry, utilising paper or computer based data entry systems.
- Contribute to research and clinical audit programmes, regularly undertake R & D activities.
- Undertake surveys or participate in occasional audits or research, as necessary to own role by assisting in collection of information upon request.
- Hold personal duty of care for any equipment used to undertake the role.
- Perform general housekeeping duties including maintaining stock levels, general cleaning and waste disposal in line with organisational policy and procedures.
- Implement NHS Wales and Health Board policies and clinical protocols ensuring that service provision is in accordance with these policies.
- Participate in multidisciplinary Academy team and training meetings.
- Follow existing policies and procedures; may comment on proposals for policies and procedures in own area, proposes changes to policies and procedures in own area.
- Ensure working conditions are safe, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act. Be aware of local infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records protecting confidential information of patients and trainees obtained in the course of professional practice and compliance with Data Protection Acts.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- BSc in Radiography or equivalent.
- Post-graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent.
- HCPC Registration Experience and enthusiasm for teaching and training
- Current/recent role in training
Desirable
- Interest and willingness to undertake research.
- Higher Clinical Leadership qualification.
- Higher qualification in education
Experience
Essential
- Expert knowledge of ultrasound imaging
- Ability to issue independent reports
- Experience of dealing with general public/customers and trainees/students
Desirable
Aptitude and Abilities Skills
Essential
- Good communication and customer care skills
- Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to organize and prioritise workload
- Ability to use own initiative
Desirable
- Belief in the NHS and its ability to succeed
- Ability to work to deadlines
Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to travel between Health Board sites and Academy in a timely manner
- Able to work hours flexibly, based on the demands of the Academy
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- BSc in Radiography or equivalent.
- Post-graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent.
- HCPC Registration Experience and enthusiasm for teaching and training
- Current/recent role in training
Desirable
- Interest and willingness to undertake research.
- Higher Clinical Leadership qualification.
- Higher qualification in education
Experience
Essential
- Expert knowledge of ultrasound imaging
- Ability to issue independent reports
- Experience of dealing with general public/customers and trainees/students
Desirable
Aptitude and Abilities Skills
Essential
- Good communication and customer care skills
- Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to organize and prioritise workload
- Ability to use own initiative
Desirable
- Belief in the NHS and its ability to succeed
- Ability to work to deadlines
Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to travel between Health Board sites and Academy in a timely manner
- Able to work hours flexibly, based on the demands of the Academy
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).
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).
