Sonographer Trainee in Obstetric Ultrasound and Fetal Medicine

Sonographer Trainee in Obstetric Ultrasound and Fetal Medicine NHS AfC: Band 7

Main area: Maternity

Grade: NHS AfC: Band 7

Contract: Fixed term: 24 months (to contract-end-date 31-08-2027)

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Job ref: 309-UCLH-5852

Site: Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing, University College London Hospital

Town: London

Salary: £54,320 - £60,981 Per annum, 85 and 88% of entry level Band 7 + HCAS

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 24/02/:59

Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join the prestigious full-time two-year Training course at UCLH in partnership with University College London (UCL) to develop academic and professional skills in Obstetric Ultrasound and Fetal Medicine. The post holder will work as a supervised trainee subject to competency training for ultrasound scanning for pregnant women at 11-14 weeks gestation, anomaly scans, and fetal well-being assessments in the Ultrasound Screening Unit (USU) at UCLH. The job is split between two years; the first year will be spent as a 'junior' trainee and following successful completion of the training competencies, will progress to a 'senior' position in the second year. 'Senior' trainees will be required to perform obstetric ultrasound and contribute to training the 'juniors'. Clinical competencies are reviewed throughout the course. There will also be opportunities for training and development in our Maternal Fetal Assessment Unit, Antenatal Clinic, and Labour Ward.

Candidates will be expected to apply to the associated Master (MSc) programme in Obstetric Ultrasound and Fetal Medicine, thus employment at UCLH and enrolment on the MSc are corequisites. Employment at UCLH is based on compliance with continuing and completing the UCL programme; subsequently, there will be sharing of data between UCL and UCLH. Individuals are responsible for paying their tuition fees for the duration of the course.

Main duties of the job

The applicant will work at UCLH and will be based in the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing. During the first year, the applicant will work at the Ultrasound Screening Unit (USU) of the Integrated Antenatal Service, providing the scanning service for routine ultrasound antenatal assessment in the three trimesters. During the second year, the candidate will continue to scan in the USU but will be involved in training and care in fetal medicine and other specialist clinics. Time dedicated for education, training, and research will be included in the daytime working pattern of 37.5 hours per week. There is educational time allocated within employment hours (37.5). Study time in addition to this will be required and is in an individual's own time.

This training programme includes daily teaching sessions in the form of ultrasound and fetal medicine case discussions and an opportunity to further enhance your skills in Teaching and Research. A certificate of training will be provided to all successful trainees at the end of the Fellowship in association with the achievement of the higher MSc degree.

The post holder will be entitled to apply for a free ISUOG (International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynaecology) trainee membership for two years.

Working for our organisation

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Person specification Knowledge and Qualifications

• An upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant science-based discipline, or a medical qualification (MBBS) from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard as determined by UCL. Applicants will be healthcare professionals with a primary graduation in the field of medicine or health science with the aim of developing academic and practical skills in obstetric ultrasound (for example obstetricians, radiologists, midwives, geneticists, basic scientists).
• GMC registration with a licence to practice.
• MRCOG Part 1.

Experience

• Demonstrable evidence of a wide range of general radiographic experience.
• Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Evidence of experience in Obstetric ultrasound.
• Research in a related field.
• Experience of clinical teaching.
• Experience in undertaking clinical audits and/or CIPs.
• Evidence of publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate awareness of responsibility to and advocacy for patients.
• Good standard of computer literacy.
• Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and clinical governance.

Values

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills within a multi-disciplinary team.

Personal and People Development

• Demonstrate enthusiasm and have the ability to motivate others.

At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork, and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.

At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world-class research, innovation, and creativity.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment.

This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.

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