Trainee -Advanced Practitioner UltrasoundinStoke-on-TrentinStoke-on-TrentPUBLISHED MON 28 OCT 2024
Comprehensive Training Opportunities, The role offers a chance to gain postgraduate certificates in both Obstetrics & Gynaecology and General Medical Ultrasound, enhancing professional qualifications.
Pathway to Advanced Practitioner Roles, Successful completion of the training leads to substantive Advanced Practitioner positions, facilitating career advancement within the organization.
Diverse Clinical Exposure, Trainees will receive clinical training across multiple sites, including Royal Stoke and County Hospital, which provides a wide variety of experiences and learning opportunities.
Supportive Learning Environment, Full support is provided to meet academic and clinical requirements, promoting a conducive atmosphere for professional growth.
Dynamic Work Environment, Working in a fast-paced and busy department allows for engagement with diverse cases, ensuring a stimulating and challenging job experience.
Flexibility and Work-Life Balance, The position includes a rotational shift pattern across a seven-day week, which can provide greater flexibility in managing work-life balance.
Focus on Team Collaboration, The role emphasizes excellent communication and teamwork, fostering a collaborative culture that is vital in delivering quality patient care.
The University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust is offering fixed-term trainee positions for "Trainee - Advanced Practitioner Ultrasound" in Stoke-on-Trent, specifically in Postgraduate Certificates in Obstetrics & Gynaecology Ultrasound and General & Gynaecology Ultrasound. Candidates will initially be employed at band 5 and will have the opportunity to transition into substantive Advanced Practitioner roles after completing academic and clinical training along with a preceptorship.
The role requires commitment to a rigorous training program, including working in a fast-paced environment across various hospital and community sites on a seven-day roster. Applicants should possess a relevant degree, evidence of related registration, and experience as a sonographer, along with excellent communication skills and a full UK driving license. Candidates are encouraged to demonstrate their motivation and passion for ultrasound through their continuing professional development (CPD) records.
Interested applicants are invited to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information, and can contact Gibbon Muswizu for further inquiries.
The role requires commitment to a rigorous training program, including working in a fast-paced environment across various hospital and community sites on a seven-day roster. Applicants should possess a relevant degree, evidence of related registration, and experience as a sonographer, along with excellent communication skills and a full UK driving license. Candidates are encouraged to demonstrate their motivation and passion for ultrasound through their continuing professional development (CPD) records.
Interested applicants are invited to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information, and can contact Gibbon Muswizu for further inquiries.
Comprehensive Training Opportunities, The role offers a chance to gain postgraduate certificates in both Obstetrics & Gynaecology and General Medical Ultrasound, enhancing professional qualifications.
Pathway to Advanced Practitioner Roles, Successful completion of the training leads to substantive Advanced Practitioner positions, facilitating career advancement within the organization.
Diverse Clinical Exposure, Trainees will receive clinical training across multiple sites, including Royal Stoke and County Hospital, which provides a wide variety of experiences and learning opportunities.
Supportive Learning Environment, Full support is provided to meet academic and clinical requirements, promoting a conducive atmosphere for professional growth.
Dynamic Work Environment, Working in a fast-paced and busy department allows for engagement with diverse cases, ensuring a stimulating and challenging job experience.
Flexibility and Work-Life Balance, The position includes a rotational shift pattern across a seven-day week, which can provide greater flexibility in managing work-life balance.
Focus on Team Collaboration, The role emphasizes excellent communication and teamwork, fostering a collaborative culture that is vital in delivering quality patient care.
We are pleased to offer the following 'Training' positions within the Ultrasound team at UHNM.
PgC Obs & Gynae ultrasound
PgC General and Gynae ultrasound
These arefixed term training posts offered at band 5.
On successful completion of both the academic and clinical requirements and a period of preceptorship this will lead tosubstantive Advanced Practitioner Posts within the team.
Full support will be given to meet the requirements set out by the course. Clinical training will be delivered from ALL sites including Royal Stoke, County Hospital and Community Sites, across a seven-day working pattern.
Higher Education Institution will be discussed at interview .
This is a demanding programme; therefore, we are seeking applications from candidates who feel they can rise to the challenge of working within a busy department whilst undertaking self-directed academic study. We are looking to recruit highly motivated, dynamic, innovative and professional individuals with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
You must be able to drive and work flexibly and be committed to delivering excellent patient care and team working.
Applicants must have a clear understanding of the role of a 'sonographer' as a health care professional and of associated registration pathways. You must state clearly in your supporting information which discipline you are applying for with current CPD evidence to support this.
Please see the attached JD & PS
Post Graduate training in either Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound or General Medical and Gynaecology Ultrasound.
Combined academic study and clinical training
Working within a fast paced, dynamic department with a variety of equipment, with an interesting and challenging case load. We provide a 7 day service including bank holidays on a rotational basis.
Minimum requirement:
- Relevant degree
- Associated registration
- clear understanding of the 'sonography' role gained through work placed experience and must be able to demonstrate their desire to practice in the field of ultrasound within their CPD portfolio.
- You must have a full clean UK driving license with access to a vehicle
About us
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further detailsf you would like further information, please contact:
Gibbon - Lead Advanced Practitioner Ultrasound Education
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1. Can you tell us about your educational background and how it has prepared you for a career in ultrasound?
2. What attracted you to apply for the Trainee Advanced Practitioner Ultrasound position at UHNM?
3. How do you envision your career progressing after completing the PgC training?
4. Can you explain the key responsibilities of a sonographer in a healthcare setting?
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1. Can you tell us about your educational background and how it has prepared you for a career in ultrasound?
2. What attracted you to apply for the Trainee Advanced Practitioner Ultrasound position at UHNM?
3. How do you envision your career progressing after completing the PgC training?
4. Can you explain the key responsibilities of a sonographer in a healthcare setting?
5. What do you believe are the most important qualities and skills for a successful sonographer?
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To work as a Trainee Advanced Practitioner in Ultrasound in the UK, you will need a combination of educational qualifications, technical skills, and personal attributes. Here’s a breakdown of the essential skills and qualifications required:
Educational Qualifications
1. Healthcare Background: Typically, candidates need to have a relevant healthcare qualification, such as a degree or diploma in diagnostic radiography, nursing, or a related field.
2. Postgraduate Qualifications: It may also be beneficial to have postgraduate qualifications in ultrasound or a related area.
Technical Skills
1. Ultrasound Proficiency: Understanding the principles of ultrasound technology, including the physics of ultrasound and its applications.
2. Imaging Techniques: Familiarity with various ultrasound techniques (e.g., abdominal, obstetric, gynaecological, musculoskeletal).
3. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and interpret ultrasound images accurately.
4. Equipment Handling: Skills in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting ultrasound equipment.
5. Report Writing: Capabilities in documenting findings accurately and concisely in patient records.
6. Understanding of Anatomy and Pathology: Strong knowledge of human anatomy and the ability to identify pathological conditions using ultrasound imaging.
Interpersonal Skills
1. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to explain procedures to patients and communicate findings with medical staff.
2. Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with radiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Personal Attributes
1. Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in image acquisition and assessment.
2. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think critically and resolve issues that may arise during ultrasound procedures.
3. Empathy and Compassion: A caring attitude towards patients, understanding their concerns and providing support during examinations.
Continuous Professional Development
1. Commitment to Learning: Engagement in continuous professional development (CPD) to stay updated with advances in ultrasound technology and practices.
2. Professional Registration: Ensure to be registered with the appropriate professional regulatory body, such as the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), depending on your background.
Practical Experience
1. Placement Experience: Completion of a clinical placement or training program that provides hands-on experience in ultrasound practices.
Employers may also look for specific certifications or membership in professional organizations related to ultrasound, such as the British Medical Ultrasound Society (BMUS).
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