Trainee Advanced Practitioner Sonographer

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire; Coventry; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is recruiting a Diagnostic Radiographer for the General X-Ray Service at Rugby St Cross Hospital for an initial 12-month development period. You will perform general radiographic examinations and support the Imaging Department to ensure high-quality patient care.

Following the development, the post holder will undertake postgraduate ultrasound training and supervised practice towards Autonomous Sonographer status.

Qualifications

• Must hold HCPC registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer.
• Minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience at the time of application.
• Opportunity to progress onto ultrasound training pathway after the initial period.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of general radiographic examinations with safe, patient-centred care.
• Work within the General X-Ray Service and support the wider Imaging Department.
• Participate in departmental rotas, including out-of-hours and on-call duties where required.
• Develop knowledge and skills to progress onto ultrasound training towards Advanced Practitioner Sonographer.

Skills

HCPC registration

General radiography

Ultrasound training path

Job description

• Work within the General X-Ray Service at Rugby St Cross Hospital for a minimum of 12 months, providing a high-quality diagnostic imaging service.
• Perform a range of general radiographic examinations, ensuring safe and effective patient care.
• Support service delivery across the wider Imaging Department, including theatre and emergency imaging where appropriate.
• Develop the clinical knowledge, skills and experience required to progress onto the Trust's Ultrasound training pathway.
• Maintain HCPC registration and engage in continuous professional development.
• Participate in departmental rotas, including out-of-hours and on-call duties where required.
• Following successful completion of the development period, undertake postgraduate ultrasound training and supervised clinical practice towards qualification as an Advanced Practitioner Sonographer.

Applicants must hold current HCPC registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer with a minimum of 2 years post graduate experience at the point of application.

Candidates who do not hold HCPC registration will not be eligible for this position. Following successful completion of the initial minimum 12 month period in X-Ray, the postholder will be supported to undertake postgraduate ultrasound education and progress through a structured training programme towards autonomous Sonographer practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a radiographer seeking a long term career in ultrasound within a supportive department committed to workforce development, education and high-quality patient care.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.