Sonographer Trainee in Obstetric Ultrasound and Fetal Medicine
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Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join the prestigious full-time two-year Training course at UCLH in partnership with University College London (UCL) to develop academic and professional skills in Obstetric Ultrasound and Fetal Medicine. The post holder will work as a supervised trainee subject to competency training for ultrasound scanning for pregnant women at 11-14 weeks gestation, anomaly scans and fetal well-being assessments in the Ultrasound Screening Unit (USU) at UCLH.
The job is split between two years; the first year will be spent as a ‘junior’ trainee and following successful completion of the training competencies, will progress to a ‘senior’ position in the second year. ‘Senior’ trainees will be required to perform obstetric ultrasound and contribute to training the ‘juniors’.Clinical competencies are reviewed throughout the course. There will also be opportunities for training and development in our Maternal Fetal Assessment Unit, Antenatal Clinic and Labour Ward.
Candidates will be expected to apply to the associated Master (MSc) programme in Obstetric Ultrasound and Fetal Medicine, thus employment at UCLH and enrolment on the MSc are corequisites. Employment at UCLH is based on compliance with continuing and completing the UCL programme subsequently there will be sharing of data between UCL and UCLH.Individuals are responsible for paying their tuition fees for the duration of the course.
Main duties of the job
The applicant will work at UCLH and will be based in the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing. During the first year the applicant will work at the Ultrasound Screening Unit (USU) of the Integrated Antenatal Service, providing the scanning service for routine ultrasound antenatal assessment in the three trimesters.During the second year the candidate will continue to scan in the USU but will be involved in training and care in fetal medicine and other specialist clinics. Time dedicated for education, training and research will be included in the daytime working pattern of 37.5 hours per week. There is educational time allocated within employment hours (37.5). Study time in addition to this will be required and is in an individual’s own time.
This training programme includes daily teaching sessions in the form of ultrasound and fetal medicine case discussions and an opportunity to further enhance your skills in Teaching and Research. A certificate of training will be provided to all successful trainees at the end of the Fellowship in association with the achievement of the higher MSc degree.
The post holder will be entitled to apply for a free ISUOG (International Society of ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynaecology) trainee membership for two years.
Please note: for further clarification on role and a URL link to the UCL MSc webpage please see attachment doc - Additional information.This role has a start date of 1st September 2025
Working for our organisation
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas.Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff* UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust *In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential criteria- An upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant science-based discipline, or a medical qualification (MBBS) from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard as determined by UCL. Applicants will be health care professionals with a primary graduation in the field of medicine or health science with the aim of developing academic and practical skills in obstetric ultrasound (for example obstetricians, radiologists, midwives, geneticists, basic scientists)
- GMC registration with licence to practice
- MRCOG Part 1
Experience
Essential criteria- Demonstrable evidence of a wide range of general radiographic experience
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of experience in Obstetric ultrasound
- Research in related field Experience of clinical teaching
- Experience in undertaking clinical audits and/or CIPs
- Evidence of publications in peer-reviewed journals
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria- Demonstrate awareness of responsibility to and advocacy for patients.
- Skills and Abilities
- Good standard of computer literacy
- Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the principles of clinical audit clinical governance
Values
Essential criteria- Effective communication and interpersonal skills within a multi-disciplinary team
Personal and People Development
Essential criteria- Demonstrate enthusiasm and have the ability to motivate others
At UCLH, we have a real ‘One Team’ ethos, and our values – safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities.Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment. For more information please go to: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/work-with-us/why-choose-uclh/flexible-working.
We offer our permanent staff an interest free season ticket loan for travel, all our staff have access to free independent and confidential support, large retail discounts, a staff discount platform, cycle to work scheme and on-site accommodation to name a few.
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