Job summary
Role to start 2nd September 2024
Please note: Band 7 in line with Annex 21 for a two year programme (70% pay of band 7 in year one and 75% pay of band 7 in year 2).
This is an exciting opportunity to join this 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'. There will also be opportunities for training and development in our Maternal Fetal Assessment Unit, Antenatal Clinic and Labour Ward. The trainee's will be paid under annex 21 of Agenda for Change.
Main duties of the job
This programme is open only to candidates who successfully apply to the associated Master (MSc) programme in Obstetric Ultrasound and Fetal Medicine developed by UCL in collaboration with UCLH. The candidate is expected to apply to the MSc at UCL and pay for the annual student fee according with the country of origin (details to be available soon). The MSC and the employment at UCLH are joint. Candidates move from junior (1styear) to senior (2ndyear) by passing their first year competencies as reviewed between UCLH and UCL. Clinical competencies are reviewed throughout the course. The candidates UCLH employment is based on compliance with continuing and completing the UCL programme. Individuals are responsible for paying their tuition fees for the duration of the course. There will be some sharing of information between UCL and UCLH to meet the above-mentioned criteria.
About us
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.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
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 #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 day time 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 individuals own time. The contract is based on annex 21 of agenda for change terms and conditions.
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.
Please note that GMC registration is not an essential criterion but if candidates obtain GMC registration with license to practice during the course, they could work on the out of hours Obstetrics and Gynaecology rota. This is not mandatory. 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. If candidates act as doctors within this time they will have any honorary contract that covers them clinically but all sonographer programme work terms and conditions are in line with AFC band 7 annex 21
2 year training course with University College London (UCL)
Please note: for furtherclarificationon role and a URL link to the UCL MSc webpage please see attachment doc -Additional information Final.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 day time 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 individuals own time. The contract is based on annex 21 of agenda for change terms and conditions.
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.
Please note that GMC registration is not an essential criterion but if candidates obtain GMC registration with license to practice during the course, they could work on the out of hours Obstetrics and Gynaecology rota. This is not mandatory. 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. If candidates act as doctors within this time they will have any honorary contract that covers them clinically but all sonographer programme work terms and conditions are in line with AFC band 7 annex 21
2 year training course with University College London (UCL)
Please note: for furtherclarificationon role and a URL link to the UCL MSc webpage please see attachment doc -Additional information Final.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- 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 health care 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).
Desirable
- MRCOG Part 1
- GMC registration with licence to practice
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable evidence of a wide range of general radiographic experience
- Experience of working As part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Evidence of experience in Obstetric ultrasound
- Experience of clinical teaching
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills within a multi-disciplinary team
- Demonstrate awareness of responsibility to and advocacy for patients.
- Demonstrate enthusiasm and have the ability to motivate others
- Ability to lead new projects
- Good standard of computer literacy
- Research in related field
- Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the principles of clinical audit clinical governance
- Ability to undertake Clinical Audit projects
Other requirements
Desirable
- Evidence of publications in peer-reviewed journals
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- 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 health care 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).
Desirable
- MRCOG Part 1
- GMC registration with licence to practice
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable evidence of a wide range of general radiographic experience
- Experience of working As part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Evidence of experience in Obstetric ultrasound
- Experience of clinical teaching
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills within a multi-disciplinary team
- Demonstrate awareness of responsibility to and advocacy for patients.
- Demonstrate enthusiasm and have the ability to motivate others
- Ability to lead new projects
- Good standard of computer literacy
- Research in related field
- Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the principles of clinical audit clinical governance
- Ability to undertake Clinical Audit projects
Other requirements
Desirable
- Evidence of publications in peer-reviewed journals
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).
