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Job summary

Main area
Ultrasound Imaging
Grade
Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
159-LWH-114-25
Employer
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Liverpool Womens Hospital
Town
Liverpool
Salary
£37,338 - £44,962 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
12/06/2025 23:59

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Student Sonographer

Band 6

Liverpool Women’s NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

At Liverpool Women’s Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.

We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

Liverpool Women’s has an excellent reputation and is a centre of excellence. It is an exciting environment to work in and a great place to develop your career for many years to come.

We invite you to review why Liverpool Women's Hospital is a great place to work:  https://vimeo.com/556197652 

We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role.

Job overview

We are searching for a high performing and enthusiastic individual to undertake an ultrasound training  post here at Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. If you thrive on a challenge and enjoy working in a very busy and demanding environment this could by your opportunity to upskill yourself and make a real difference to the service that we provide to our local community, always keeping the patient at the centre of everything that we do. This is an opportunity for an individual to become a clinical advanced practitioner and develop themselves professionally within their role in ultrasound diagnostics.



Main duties of the job

Applications are invited from hardworking and motivated individuals. Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years postgraduate experience, have a proven interest in ultrasound and satisfy the entry requirements of the University of Cumbria.

Applicants must posses an undergraduate University qualification and be registered with the HCPC/NMC/GMC or equivalent registered professional body.

Academic teaching will take place at the University of Cumbria and practical clinical training will be undertaken in the ultrasound department mentored by our imaging clinical tutor.  The successful candidate will learn how to scan a variety of obstetric and gynaecological patients, learn how to compose detailed reports and complete the relevant modules at the University.  

If you would like a tour of the imaging department or have any relevant questions regarding the post please contact Katie Qualey lead sonographer or Laura Brown clinical Tutor in imaging.

 

Working for our organisation

Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.

The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it’s services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.

Check out why Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:

Video: https://vimeo.com/556197652

Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Post Holder will work under clinical supervision of the Sonographers in delivering all aspects of obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound procedures, whilst undertaking academic training at the University of Cumbria.

Excellent communication skills are essential due to the need to deliver highly sensitive and upsetting information to both patients and relatives.

The Post Holder will have a good professional knowledge of all aspects of
Obstetric and Gynaecological ultrasound, and participate actively in CPD and other developmental activities. Participation in equipment testing and analysis for Quality Assurance is required.

Person specification

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Essential criteria
  • Current skills in respect of radiographic procedures
  • An awareness of general issues facing NHS
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including good command of English language
  • Ability to prioritise
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to manage change
  • Ability to train/mentor staff
  • Ability to work statutory on-call and weekend rota
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Good time management
Desirable criteria
  • IT skills. Word processing, E-Mail and spread sheets
  • Research
  • Audit

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential criteria
  • Demonstrate commitment to task
  • Works on own initiative
  • Works as a team player

Qualifications & Learning

Essential criteria
  • DCR or Degree in Radiography
  • HCPC Registration
  • Eligibility to enrol on ultrasound programme at University of Cumbria

Employer certification / accreditation badges

NHS Pastoral Care Quality AwardVeteran AwareApprenticeships logoInvestors in People: GoldCare quality commission - GoodMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerArmed Forces Covenant Bronze Award

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Katie Qualey
Job title
Lead Sonographer
Email address
[email protected]
Additional information

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