Sonographer post in the Ultrasound team at Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, with a new preceptorship for newly qualified sonographers and students. The work covers obstetric and general ultrasound, with head and neck, MSK and paediatric sub-specialties. The service runs seven days a week across four sites, including the new Clatterbridge Diagnostic Centre, with part-time and weekend-only patterns open to discussion. A recognised ultrasound qualification and HCPC or equivalent registration are required.
What the job involves
- Carry out ultrasound scanning in the obstetric and general ultrasound departments
- Scan across sub-specialties including head and neck, MSK and paediatrics
- Work across the four sites, including Arrowe Park, St Catherine's, Victoria Central and Clatterbridge Diagnostic Centre
- Work on a rota across the seven-day service, with working days to be negotiated
- Complete additional clinical training where required, to be negotiated at interview
Qualifications
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography, DCR equivalent or degree in a health-related subject
- Postgraduate diploma or certificate in medical or obstetric ultrasound, or a standalone ultrasound qualification if direct entry
Registration & licences
- Registration with HCPC or other regulatory body
Experience
- Experience in one or more of obstetric, general abdominal, pelvis and small parts scanning
- Current, up-to-date portfolio demonstrating interest in ultrasound
Skills & knowledge
- Works autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Checks & eligibility
- Eligible to work in the United Kingdom
Nice to have
- Nuchal translucency accreditation for obstetric sonographers, with training provided if required
- Experience in MSK scanning
- Experience in paediatric scanning
What’s offered
- Recruitment and retention premium (RRP) offered for this role
- New preceptorship programme for newly qualified students and sonographers
- Regular training opportunities
- Career development support
- Part-time, weekend-only and alternative working patterns can be discussed at interview
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
