University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Band 6 / 7 Trainee Sonographer - Imaging

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Join Our Team as a B6 Trainee Sonographer
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust - QE
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.
Main Duties, Tasks & Skills Required
Main duties of the job
Your daily duties will include observing, assisting, and eventually performing a range of ultrasound examinations. You will learn to produce high-quality images, make accurate observations, and communicate findings effectively to clinical colleagues.
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Qualifications
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- 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)
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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
- 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 computerized 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
- Demonstration of innovation in the healthcare profession.
- Courteous conduct in difficult/contentious situations.
- Positive application of professional code of conduct
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.
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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.
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Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39959.00 to £56515.00 Yearly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working
Reference number
304-1102977
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
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Job Description
Band 7 Sonographer JD PS.pdf – 342KB Opens in a new window
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Band 6 Trainee Sonographer JD PS.pdf – 539KB Opens in a new window
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