Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated radiographer, midwife or nurse to expand their career in the field of obstetrics and gynaecology ultrasound scanning by training to become a sonographer. The training will lead to a Postgraduate Certificate in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
This is a full time post and can potentially open up future opportunities for the candidate in other areas of ultrasound imaging.
Ashford & St Peter's NHS Trust is based across two sites with the main department situated at St. Peter's Hospital KT16 0PZ and a smaller one at Ashford Hospital, TW15 3AA.
We are a friendly multidisciplinary team comprising radiographer and midwife sonographers along with three obstetric consultants who specialise in fetal medicine, maternal medicine and multiple pregnancy and are fully committed to the continuing development of our dynamic department. We also have close ties with our tertiary referral centre at St. George's Hospital, London.
The department runs a Monday to Friday scanning service which includes all pregnancy scans from early pregnancy to term and gynaecology scans. It is a busy department and will provide a good opportunity to be exposed to all aspects of obstetrics and gynaecology scanning and form a basis to become an experienced sonographer.
Main duties of the job
The course will involve a combination of hands on training provided by skilled and experienced sonographers currently working in the department as well as attendance to King's College London for lectures and examinations.
The course is academically demanding so candidates need to be thoroughly committed to the training as it necessitates working at Master's level to achieve the Postgraduate Certificate.
The course will be funded by Ashford & St. Peter's Trust. The post holder will ideally commence working at Ashford and St Peter's Trust one month prior to the academic course start date and will continue for three months after the course end date to complete a Preceptorship. The Programme modules at King's College commence in September.
On completion of the PgCert there will be the opportunity for career progression to Band 7.
The expectation is for the successful candidate to remain at Ashford and St. Peter's Maternity Ultrasound for a minimum of 2 years post qualification.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To be considered for this exciting post, UK applicants need to have achieved a minimum 2:2 undergraduate Bachelors (honours) degree in either radiography or nursing or midwifery and have two to three years experience in your field.
You will need to be registered with either the HCPC or NMC or RCT.
You will need a passion for excellence and a desire to develop and maintain a high professional and technical knowledge base and standard of work.
You will need to take personal responsibility and fully engage in the training with the support of named sonographer mentors and university tutors.
You will need good communication skills and a flexible approach to working. A mature attitude towards the clinical aspect of the job and a diligent approach to the academic work is essential.
You will need to be prepared to undertake at least 10 hours of study per week in your own time.
You will always put patients first and supervise the general welfare of them whilst in the department.
You will take pride in our team and participate in quality assurance programmes.
Previous ultrasound experience would be desirable but not essential.
It is advised to apply early for this post as applications will close once a specified number have been received.
If you are keen to specialise in this exciting field of imaging please do get in contact for an informal visit to the unit.
Please be advised that you will need to attend a face to face interview which will include a brief practical hands on session with a patient.
It is highly recommended that you visit the Kings College London website to thoroughly review all information re entry requirements, course essentials, teaching and structure.
Person specification
other
Essential
- Able to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable and trustworthy.
- Treat patients, visitors, colleagues with respect
- Ability to travel between Trust sites
- Ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the team, the service and the Trust
- Calm and friendly disposition
- Able to learn, understand and process ultrasound principles
Skills
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate, in relation to patients, visitors, colleagues and other individuals connected with the Trust and NHS:
- You have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights and the competencies appropriate to your role to support their diverse needs and human rights.
- You are able to communicate effectively with patients and with other staff to ensure that their care, treatment and support are not compromised
- You have a good understanding of patient communication, physical & emotional needs; can identify their individual needs and preferences, their changing needs and recognise and promote their independence.
- Effective communication
- Required IT skills
- Caring and Compassionate
- Empathy and understanding
- Ability to provide excellent patient centred care
- Inclusivity
- Excellent time management
- Team worker
- Ability to prioritise appropriately
- Ability to advocate for others as required
- Ability to work under pressure
- Self- motivation
- Able to work by oneself and in a team
Knowledge
Essential
- NHS Constitution
- Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and Care of patients
- Radiology IT systems PACS/ CRIS
- Knowledge of Ultrasound anatomy and principles
Experience
Essential
- Post degree or equivalent qualification
- Wide radiographic experience of 18 months minimum
- Experience working with Radiology IT systems
Qualifications
Essential
- Bachelor's (honours) degree - 2:2 minimum
- English Language GCSE - grade 4 and above
- HCPC, NMC or RCT professional registration
- Minimum 2 years post qualification
- Evidence of interest in sonography
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD
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This advert is for Trainee Sonographer, Obsterics and Gynaecology with Ashford and St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Chertsey, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Radiographer Obstetrics and Gynaecology role. The advertised salary is £41,957 - £50,387 pa inc. HCAS. The contract type is 1 year (Fixed term for training). The application deadline is 10 Jul 2026.
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