Job summary
Applications are invited from Sonographers for the post within the busy Radiology Directorate of the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. The Directorate currently provides an ultrasound service within the University Hospital of Wales and University Hospital Llandough.
The health board delivers a comprehensive range of sonography services including obstetrics, gynae, general, small parts, paediatrics and musculoskeletal ultrasound. The UHW department consists of 8 rooms, one of which is a dedicated paediatric room, with out reach clinics in Antenatal and Fetal Medicine. The Ultrasound department at Llandough consists of 3 general rooms with a further 2 rooms in Antenatal clinic and 1 in Orthopaedics.
The health board has fully integrated RIS/PACS and is filmless across all specialities. A digital dictation system is used for on line reporting.
The successful candidate will be based in the University Hospital of Wales and support the service at the University Hospital Llandough .
Applications are invited from sonographers who hold the Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound.
Candidates should be enthusiastic, motivated and be able to work in both small teams and the wider Directorate structure. Role extension, CPD and further postgraduate training are encouraged and supported.
Applications for part-time hours/job share will be considered.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
To provide high quality images in accordance with Regulations and departmental protocols and procedures.
To be proficient in ultrasound scanning techniques and provide independent ultrasound reports to referring clinicians.
To provide comprehensive and effective day to day ultrasound services within the Radiology Directorate.
Plan and prioritise workload in area of responsibility.
To ensure that the daily workload is completed in an efficient manner and that all patients are well cared for.
To contribute to service development.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Healthcare Degree/DCR
- DMU/Postgrad Diploma in Medical Ultrasound
- HCPC/NMC registration
Desirable
- MSc Medical Ultrasound
- Evidence of managerial development
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Diagnostic Ultrasound Imaging techniques
- Experience in reporting US scans
- Previous organisational experience
Desirable
- Participation in clinical audit/research
- Knowledge of a wide range of radiological imaging techniques and processes
Skills
Essential
- Clinical Supervisory Skills
- Organisational skills
- Teaching/Presentation/computing Skills
Desirable
- Skill extension from previous roles
- Evidence of presentations to conferences/past papers
- Previous experience in clinical education
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to clinically assess and evaluate diagnostic US images to formulate an independent report
- Knowledge of current trends in different imaging modalities
Desirable
- Broad appreciation of a wide range of imaging modalities
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Caring/empathetic/good communicator
- Decision maker
Desirable
- Problem Solving
- Analytical skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Healthcare Degree/DCR
- DMU/Postgrad Diploma in Medical Ultrasound
- HCPC/NMC registration
Desirable
- MSc Medical Ultrasound
- Evidence of managerial development
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Diagnostic Ultrasound Imaging techniques
- Experience in reporting US scans
- Previous organisational experience
Desirable
- Participation in clinical audit/research
- Knowledge of a wide range of radiological imaging techniques and processes
Skills
Essential
- Clinical Supervisory Skills
- Organisational skills
- Teaching/Presentation/computing Skills
Desirable
- Skill extension from previous roles
- Evidence of presentations to conferences/past papers
- Previous experience in clinical education
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to clinically assess and evaluate diagnostic US images to formulate an independent report
- Knowledge of current trends in different imaging modalities
Desirable
- Broad appreciation of a wide range of imaging modalities
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Caring/empathetic/good communicator
- Decision maker
Desirable
- Problem Solving
- Analytical skills
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
CARDIFF AND VALE UHB
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL OF WALES, HEATH PARK,CARDIFF,CF14 4XW
CARDIFF
CF14 4XW
Employer's website
https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
