Job summary
This is a Trainee Sonographer position open to Midwives, Nurses and Radiographers. We are currently looking for an individual, from an appropriate professional background, to join our team as a Trainee Sonographer working towards a Postgraduate qualification in Obstetric Ultrasound.
This post will be offered on a part time Band 6 Fixed Term or Seconded post of 25.5 hours (banding will depend on current experience and qualifications). Following successful completion of the Obstetric Ultrasound course, if there are current vacancies, you will be invited to apply for a Band 7 sonographer position.
Main duties of the job
To undertake post graduate training in Obstetric Ultrasound
To undertake a theoretical course in Obstetric Ultrasound in conjunction with practical ultrasound training
Main Duties include:
- Undertaking learning in the clinical and academic environments, learning the practical skill of scanning by working alongside a qualified Sonographer (acting as the main mentor) as well as working with different Sonographers with in our team to gain additional experience and knowledge.
- Attending appropriate meetings, including local MDT and staff meetings.
- Remaining up to date with mandatory training and DOT e-learning.
- Developing knowledge on antenatal screening and learning to develop skills to aid women's choices around antenatal screening
We are looking for someone who is hard working and able to adapt to new ways of working, especially when splitting their time between academic and on the job training. The role will involve 3 clinical days per week when not at University (this may vary depending on which university you attend). The academic element of this training is undertaken at level 7 and will lead to a post graduate certificate in Obstetric Ultrasound.
About us
Come Nurse with us...
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work and live.
You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.
Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?
o Our values and reputation for outstanding care
o Opportunities to experience a range of specialities
o Career and development opportunities
o Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team
o Research experience and opportunities
o Lovely location and quality of life
o Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
If you require sponsorship for a Visa to work in the UK, to avoid disappointment, please check you are not applying from a Red list country - Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Closing date is midnight on 23 July 2024
Interviews are due to be held on 30 July 2024
Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?
Our values and reputation for outstanding care Opportunities to experience a range of specialities Career and development opportunities Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team Research experience and opportunities Lovely location and quality of life Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
If you require sponsorship for a Visa to work in the UK, to avoid disappointment, please check you are not applying from a Red list country - Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Closing date is midnight on 23 July 2024
Interviews are due to be held on 30 July 2024
Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?
Our values and reputation for outstanding care Opportunities to experience a range of specialities Career and development opportunities Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team Research experience and opportunities Lovely location and quality of life Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Radiography, Nursing, Midwifery or equivalent with Professional Registration e.g. HCPC or NMC Registration
Desirable
- Further relevant study
- Communication and counselling course
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of personal and professional development in current role.
Desirable
- Previous experience in Ultrasound
Skills
Essential
- IT experience
- Flexible and receptive to change
- Able to work as part of a small team in a potentially high pressured and emotive environment.
- Good organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills: written/oral/non-verbal
Desirable
- Experience of Excel / Word / PowerPoint
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Evidence of CPD
- To undertake practical competency assessment as required.
- Prepared to work contracted hours flexibly, including working at weekends if/when required.
- With supervision able to scan for duration of full list / session
- Able to transfer patients following manual handling training
Desirable
- A preliminary offer at an educational institution to study the theoretical aspect of the course, prior to interview, is desirable
- Experience of research
- Willingness to participate in departmental presentations, study days.
- Demonstrable experience of audit.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Radiography, Nursing, Midwifery or equivalent with Professional Registration e.g. HCPC or NMC Registration
Desirable
- Further relevant study
- Communication and counselling course
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of personal and professional development in current role.
Desirable
- Previous experience in Ultrasound
Skills
Essential
- IT experience
- Flexible and receptive to change
- Able to work as part of a small team in a potentially high pressured and emotive environment.
- Good organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills: written/oral/non-verbal
Desirable
- Experience of Excel / Word / PowerPoint
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Evidence of CPD
- To undertake practical competency assessment as required.
- Prepared to work contracted hours flexibly, including working at weekends if/when required.
- With supervision able to scan for duration of full list / session
- Able to transfer patients following manual handling training
Desirable
- A preliminary offer at an educational institution to study the theoretical aspect of the course, prior to interview, is desirable
- Experience of research
- Willingness to participate in departmental presentations, study days.
- Demonstrable experience of audit.
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).