Overview
A Vacancy at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts, managing two major hospitals in Coventry and Rugby, serving a population of over one million people. As the principal teaching hospital for Warwick Medical School, we work in close partnership to develop innovative programmes in clinical research.
Key aspects of the role
- Supporting a 7‑day ultrasound service, including weekends and bank/public holidays, in line with service requirements.
- Working within a dynamic and forward‑thinking team committed to excellence in patient care and service development.
Eligibility Criteria
- HCPC‑registered Sonographers who hold an international ultrasound qualification.
- Direct access candidates who have completed a CASE‑accredited BSc in Medical Ultrasound. These candidates must be RCT‑registered or demonstrate they are actively working towards registration.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Responsibilities
- Perform ultrasound examinations and capture high quality diagnostic ultrasound images, in line with national and departmental protocols.
- Carry out ultrasound procedures/examinations and prepare independent clinical reports, in line with departmental protocols.
- Prioritise patient welfare and safety at all times, adapting and modifying ultrasound imaging techniques in response to individual patient needs and clinical condition.
- Discuss the findings of the ultrasound examinations with patients where appropriate.
- Provide expert clinical and professional advice and support the multidisciplinary team within the UHCW NHS Trust and, if appropriate, with teams from other Trusts within the region.
- Be responsible for the operational supervision and management of an allocated clinical area. Assess and manage workflow by utilising available resources to deliver efficient and effective service.
- Participate in request validation, vetting and justification in accordance with departmental protocols.
- Verify patient identification and documentation, ensuring that the appropriate ultrasound examinations are performed in accordance with departmental imaging protocols.
- Assess the quality of ultrasound images, initiate corrective actions when necessary, and promptly escalate any abnormalities to clinicians in line with radiology department protocols.
- Take responsibility for professional conduct, acting as a role model within the department by upholding high standards of patient care and professionalism and fostering the growth of a resilient and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of ultrasound protocols, promoting best practice through the integration of evidence‑based research.
- Participate in the departmental Quality Assurance program to ensure the efficient operation of the highly technical equipment and ensure compliance with best practice.
Additional Information
For further details please see the attached job description.
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This advert closes on Wednesday 12 Nov 2025.