Job summary
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to work as an advanced practitioner within the head and neck specialism in Hywel Dda University Health board. The successful candidate will word closely with the ENT multi disciplinary team to provide timely diagnosis for neck cancers. The candidate will be expected to perform diagnostic scans and biopsies/fine needle aspiration's.
The post will be based at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen but the post holder will be be expected to work across the health board as needed.
Main duties of the job
- To be an expert practitioner in head and neck ultrasound and to perform biopsies as required.
- To assess complex clinical information to ensure that the imaging that is performed contributes significantly to a diagnosis for the patient.
- Provide professional advice to other professionals, multidisciplinary groups, patients and carers.
- To participate in the training of Radiology Registrars, Sonographers, Student Sonographers and Radiography students.
- Contribute to the operational and strategic development of ultrasound services
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
Qualifications & Knowledge, Experience and Other will be assessed at application stage. All criteria can be assessed at interview stage.
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 18/09/2025.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
Qualifications & Knowledge, Experience and Other will be assessed at application stage. All criteria can be assessed at interview stage.
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 18/09/2025.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Full Masters level qualification (or equivalent) encompassing all pillars of Advanced Practice and relevant to the area of advanced practice.
- HCPC registered Radiographer/Sonographer
- Advanced clinical skills and experience relevant to imaging specialism.
- Evidence of maintaining a Continuous Professional Development portfolio.
Desirable
- Leadership and Management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration clinical experience within speciality area
- Experience with staff management and supporting professional development.
- Experience of supporting teaching and education.
- Supporting, engaging with and / or experience of undertaking research.
Other
Desirable
- Ability to work flexibly and travel between organisation sites in a timely manner
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Full Masters level qualification (or equivalent) encompassing all pillars of Advanced Practice and relevant to the area of advanced practice.
- HCPC registered Radiographer/Sonographer
- Advanced clinical skills and experience relevant to imaging specialism.
- Evidence of maintaining a Continuous Professional Development portfolio.
Desirable
- Leadership and Management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration clinical experience within speciality area
- Experience with staff management and supporting professional development.
- Experience of supporting teaching and education.
- Supporting, engaging with and / or experience of undertaking research.
Other
Desirable
- Ability to work flexibly and travel between organisation sites in a timely manner
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).
