Job summary
We currently require an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to train alongside the team of Sonographers in our busy Ultrasound department. The Ultrasound service is located within Radiology at Withybush General Hospital in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire.
The role is a training opportunity to work and study over a period of 2 years to achieve a Post graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound. Applicants must be a Registered Health Professional with a recognised Bachelor of Science Honours Degree, with an appropriate level of post graduate experience.
This post is advertised as a Band 7 and ideally candidates for this role must have achieved the Post graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound. However applicants who do not currently hold the qualification for the Band 7 role are encouraged to apply, and if successful, will need to attain the qualification within 2 years and will be appointed under the All Wales Annex 21 rules.
This means they will be supported by a development plan. (During the first year payment will be 70% of the top rate of band 7 pay, and the second year 75%). Following successful completion of the Post graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound the post holder will then be paid at Band 7 (minimum point on the scale). Support and supervision will be provided in order to develop the successful applicant to the Band 7 role. Failure to achieve the qualification and required competencies in the designated timeframe could result in re-deployment.
Main duties of the job
You must possess excellent communication skills, be tactful, diplomatic and able to work as part of a team. In addition to this applicants should be dedicated, flexible and demonstrate a commitment to life long learning. And also demonstrate examples of increased responsibility and autonomous practice.
Withybush Hospital is the main healthcare provider for the population of Pembrokeshire, providing a wide range of clinical and Accident / Emergency services.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Training is likely to occur across multiple sites within the health board to cover a wide range of scanning specialities.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 12,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services to almost 400,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest.
Five community hospitals: Amman Valley Hospital and Llandovery Hospital in Carmarthenshire, Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire.
Two integrated care centres (Aberaeron and Cardigan, Ceredigion).
Community facilities, including:
48 General Practices (GP surgeries), 49 Dental Practices, 98 Community Pharmacies (chemists), 44 General Ophthalmic Practices (including eye health and low vision services), 38 sites providing mental health and learning disability services, care within your own homes.
Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
As part of the Annex 21 process, there is no financial penalty to those who apply for this role where the percentage will cause a reduction in pay, subsequently a local protection would be put in place until the pay has caught up.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 21/11/24
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
As part of the Annex 21 process, there is no financial penalty to those who apply for this role where the percentage will cause a reduction in pay, subsequently a local protection would be put in place until the pay has caught up.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 21/11/24
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Degree or equivalent diploma
- HCPC, RCT or registration with relevant professional body eg:NMC, RCN, RCM
- Evidence of current CPD portfolio
- Case Accredited post graduate certificate or diploma at masters level in Ultrasound
- Sound professional knowledge of imaging modalities (e.g. ANC/TV scanning, Non-obstetric scanning)
Desirable
- Highly specialist training in aspects of ultrasound
- Developed knowledge of a specialised ultrasound imaging e.g. Small parts or vascular
Experience
Essential
- Post registration professional experience in a diagnostic ultrasound imaging
Desirable
- Experience of specialist ultrasound imaging techniques
- Experience with digital/PACS enabled ultrasound equipment
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
- Flexible approach to needs of the service
Desirable
- Willing to participate in out-of-hours working
Language Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Degree or equivalent diploma
- HCPC, RCT or registration with relevant professional body eg:NMC, RCN, RCM
- Evidence of current CPD portfolio
- Case Accredited post graduate certificate or diploma at masters level in Ultrasound
- Sound professional knowledge of imaging modalities (e.g. ANC/TV scanning, Non-obstetric scanning)
Desirable
- Highly specialist training in aspects of ultrasound
- Developed knowledge of a specialised ultrasound imaging e.g. Small parts or vascular
Experience
Essential
- Post registration professional experience in a diagnostic ultrasound imaging
Desirable
- Experience of specialist ultrasound imaging techniques
- Experience with digital/PACS enabled ultrasound equipment
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
- Flexible approach to needs of the service
Desirable
- Willing to participate in out-of-hours working
Language Skills
Desirable
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).
