Advanced Practitioner Ultrasound / Sonographer

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trustis one of the largest teaching Trusts, managing two major hospitals in Coventry and Rugby, serving a population of over one million people. As the principal teaching hospital for Warwick Medical School, we work in close partnership to develop innovative programmes in clinical research.

We are seekinghighly motivated and professional individualswith a flexible approach to working and a desire to further develop the ultrasound service.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Supporting a 7-day ultrasound service, including weekends and bank/public holidays, in line with service requirements.
• Working within a dynamic and forward-thinking team committed to excellence in patient care and service development.

Eligibility Criteria - This vacancy is open to:

• HCPC - registered Sonographers who hold an international ultrasound qualification.
• Direct access candidates who have completed a CASE-accredited BSc in Medical Ultrasound. These candidates must be RCT-registered or able to demonstrate they are actively working towards registration

Previous applicants need not apply.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

The Imaging department is seeking an enthusiastic sonographer to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will have opportunity to train, mentor and develop other staff to work to high standards. We are a modern department, fast paced, dynamic and vibrant with an interesting and challenging case load especially our in-patient departments. The service covers general ultrasound departments as well as a variety of sub-specialties including MSK, paediatrics, vascular and interventional. The ultrasound service is provided across 3 sites, University Hospital Coventry , Hospital of St Cross and the Coventry City Centre. The service will be expanding into the Community Diagnostic centre and the development is planned currently for 2026.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values

Job responsibilities

• To perform Ultrasound examinations and capture high quality diagnostic ultrasound images, in line with national and departmental protocols.
• To carry out Ultrasound procedures/examinations and prepare independent clinical reports, in line with departmental protocols.
• To prioritise patient welfare and safety at all times, adapting and modifying ultrasound imaging techniques in response to individual patient needs and clinical condition
• To discuss the findings of the ultrasound examinations with patients where appropriate
• To provide expert clinical and professional advice and support the multidisciplinary team within the UHCW NHS Trust and if appropriate, with teams from other Trusts within the region.
• To be responsible for the operational supervision and management of an allocated clinical area. To be able to assess and manage workflow by utilising available resources and thereby deliver efficient and effective service.
• To participate in request validation, vetting and justification in accordance with departmental protocols
• To verify patient identification and documentation, ensuring that the appropriate ultrasound examinations are performed in accordance with departmental imaging protocols.
• To assess the quality of ultrasound images, initiate corrective actions when necessary, and promptly escalate any abnormalities to clinicians in line with radiology department protocols
• To take responsibility for professional conduct, acting as a role model within the department by upholding high standards of patient care and professionalism, and fostering the growth of a resilient and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• To contribute to the development and refinement of ultrasound protocols, promoting best practice through the integration of evidence-based research.
• To participate in the departmental Quality Assurance program to ensure the efficient operation of the highly technical equipment, and to ensure compliance with best practice.

For further details please see the attached job description.

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Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oRadiographer post graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound (e.g., MSc, DMU, Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate). oUS Sonographer Qualification Qualifications should be CASE accredited by CASE (or considered deemed to be CASE equivalent to CASE standards.) oEnsure course learning outcomes are submitted: Provide detailed documentation of course content and learning outcomes to the Trust, enabling effective mapping against required clinical and professional competencies. This supports assurance of training quality and alignment with service needs and regulatory standards. oCurrent mandatory registration with HCPC or RCT

Desirable

• oEvidence of further CPD oDesire to further develop in specialities

Experience

Essential

• oUltrasound Scanning Experience: Gynecology and abdominal scanning oExperience of independent reporting oManaging and prioritising workloads and staffing within ultrasound

Desirable

• oDVT/vascular scanning oPaediatric scanning oPrevious Sonographer post oExisting participation in QA programme

Knowledge

Essential

• oExpert knowledge of US procedures oAbility to manage a team oAbility to work autonomously as a sonographer

Desirable

• oUnderstanding of other modalities oTeaching Skills oEvidence of on-going professional development

Skills

Essential

• oAdvanced knowledge of modifications in imaging technique whilst adhering to H&S legislation. oExcellent interpersonal skills including being able to communicate effectively across all disciplines oFlexible, responsive and enthusiastic approach in assisting with the delivery of the radiology service

Desirable

• oEvaluation of performance, evidence reflective practice and self -develop oEvidence of leadership training

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience