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Job summary

Main area
Ultrasound Diagnostics
Grade
Band 8a
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
164-7847874
Employer
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Nottingham university hospitals trust
Town
nottingham
Salary
£57,528 - £64,750 pa
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
23/04/2026 23:59

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Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust logo

Clinical Specialist-Ultrasound

Band 8a

Job overview

 The role will be clinically focussed, with the post holder undertaking scanning sessions, in conjunction with non-clinical duties. As we are a tertiary referral centre a proportion of the workload is specialised and requires advanced knowledge. The service covers all aspects of Obstetrics and gynaecology, all general US, small parts, MSK and Neuro. The post-holder will be regarded as a senior specialist sonographer with skills across general and Obs/Gynae ultrasound and the ability to scan and report autonomously in at least one specialised field. They will be able to demonstrate specialised knowledge and expertise to support the US consultant roles sonographers and Ultrasound managers in service delivery. The role requires the successful candidate to develop an innovative team that demonstrates a leading edge-based practice in our ultrasound department, therefore, ensuring delivery of an effective, high quality and evidence-based ultrasound service for our patient care.  Develop a future vision and strategies for Sonography services at NUH and in the East Midlands. To be responsible for the training and educational strategy and implementation in Ultrasound leading on the training of students, Sonographers and Resident Doctors in all the relevant aspects of ultrasound practice including their individual development needs in a motivational manner

Main duties of the job

To provide an efficient, high quality ultrasound service with comprehensive unsupervised scans and written reports

 

To participate in the vetting and prioritising of US examinations according to departmental and national guidelines

 

Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide an excellent experience for patients

 

To independently undertake ultrasound examinations using a high level of specialist knowledge in line with local, regional and national guidance

 

To be responsible for the professional leadership and training of the sonography team

 

To undertake the measurement and evaluation of own and others current practices using evidence-based practice projects, audit, outcome measures and benchmarking.

 Oversee the supervision, education and performance of students and trainees to ensure the standard of practice and teaching meets the standards set to the appropriate qualification

 

To undertake appraisals of immediate subordinates, setting objectives and identifying training needs, to meet department and individual goals

 

To lead the non-medical Ultrasound clinical audit, research and innovation programme on behalf of the department.

 

To lead and support the evaluation of the effectiveness of the service through clinical audit in liaison with the other clinical and medical leaders in Radiology and other relevant stakeholders.

Please see Job Description for further details 

 

Working for our organisation

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The role will be clinically focussed, with the post holder undertaking scanning sessions, in conjunction with non-clinical duties. As we are a tertiary referral centre a proportion of the workload is specialised and requires advanced knowledge. The service covers all aspects of Obstetrics and gynaecology, all general US, small parts, MSK and Neuro. The post-holder will be regarded as a senior specialist sonographer with skills across general and Obs/Gynae ultrasound and the ability to scan and report autonomously in at least one specialised field.

Please see attached job description and person specification for details 

Person specification

Training and qualifications

Essential criteria
  • B.Sc. Hons/DCR in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent professional body
  • Post graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound at Masters level (PgDip) or DMU
  • HCPC registration or equivalent
Desirable criteria
  • Qualification in Leadership/staff management

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Specialist knowledge in more than one area of Ultrasound

Communication and relationship skills

Essential criteria
  • Able to teach and give presentations
  • Proven ability to develop and lead a team
Desirable criteria
  • Experience in presenting at National/International conferences

Planning and organisational skills

Essential criteria
  • To show ability to manage the departmental workload in collaboration with the modality manager

Other requirments specific to role

Essential criteria
  • Flexible approach to working (early starts, weekends, evenings) changes to working schedule, cross site working
  • Demonstrate an understanding of Clinical Audit and Governance-evidence of participation
  • Commitment to support the Trust’s Values

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Trust IDApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyAge positiveDisability confident leaderArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Care Leaver CovenantNHS Rainbow badgeCareLeaver Covenantadded for NUH

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Marie Hodgskiss
Job title
Radiology Clinical Operational Lead
Email address
[email protected]
Additional information

Zayn Iqbal -PA 

Email: Zayn.Iqbal2@nhs.net

EXT: 76547

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