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OverviewWe are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to train as a sonographer in the Ultrasound Department at Liverpool University Hospitals. The training will include clinical training while undertaking the PgD Medical Imaging (Ultrasound) qualification at the University of Cumbria. This post is expected to begin January 2026 and will continue for approximately 24 months. The clinical modules will include General Medical Ultrasound, Gynaecological Ultrasound, and a Negotiated module specialising in Vascular Ultrasound. Employment throughout, and after, the training will be wholly dependent on successful completion of all clinical and academic components of the training.
Selection process
A statement of interest must be supplied as part of the application.
Upon successful completion of stage 1, a 2,500-word written report with suitable references will be required.
On successful completion of stages 1 and 2, applicants will be invited to attend a practical scanning session and formal interview.
Responsibilities
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver a high quality and safe patient-focussed service.
Complete and pass the academic and clinical assessments that make up the PgD in Medical Imaging (Ultrasound) qualification.
Undertake appropriate ultrasound examination under the supervision of a qualified practitioner, according to departmental protocols, adjusting technique as necessary according to patient condition.
Effectively communicate with the patient; expand the medical history through direct discussion with the patient using focused questioning; explain why the test is requested/performed, including risks, benefits and conclusions, in context.
Perform a highly skilled ultrasound examination, using a high level of manual dexterity to produce accurate diagnostic images for reporting.
Rotation to the renal transplant unit and the issuing of free text reports provided the necessary reporting level has been attained according to department protocol.
Maintain accurate documentation pertinent to the examination.
Supervision and assistance in the training of sonography students.
Organisation contextLiverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital and Royal Liverpool University Hospital. The Trust is part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group aims to improve patient care. The Group employs over 16,800 colleagues across the region, serving 630,000 people in Merseyside and beyond, providing general and emergency hospital care and specialised regional services.
Additional informationAintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside; Broadgreen Hospital hosts elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services and specialist rehabilitation; Liverpool Women’s Hospital focuses on women and babies; Royal Liverpool University Hospital provides specialist services. For roles at Liverpool Women’s, visit their careers ..... full job details .....
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