About this role
Job summary
Clinical Specialist Sonographer: Liver & Gastrointestinal (GI) - Band 7-8a Annex U
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an already experienced sonographer to apply for a 12-month Annex U development post to become a Clinical Specialist Sonographer. Due to the nature of this role, the successful will have to be a state registered (e.g. HCPC-registered radiographer).
The successful post holder will be required to work across the UHLG sites. The post will include an 80/20 role split of clinical/non-clinical workload. The clinical specialist sonographer role will work closely with the Consultant Radiographer/Sonographer Clinical Lead.
To meet the requirements of a clinical specialist sonographer, and in line with the advanced clinical practitioner framework, the successful candidate will be expected to complete an MSc, which will be funded by the department. Further milestones and key tasks will need to be achieved for the role as part of the development role to ensure the full specification of the role is met prior to moving into the 8a pay scale.
This new role will also involve developing skills in endoanal ultrasound and training in contrast enhanced ultrasound of the liver will also be undertaken.
The successful candidate will need to be able to commit to a minimum of 30 hours in the role. Non-specialist GI ultrasound work will remain an essential component of the clinical workload of this post.
Main duties of the job
To meet the requirements of a clinical specialist sonographer and in line with the advanced clinical practitioner framework, the successful candidate will be required to:
Complete a Masters in Science (MSc) award, which will be funded by the department. Learn how to undertake transrectal/endoanal ultrasound. Learn how to undertake contrast enhanced-liver ultrasound imaging. Develop standard operating procedure (SOP) for clinical specialist role in conjunction with Consultant Radiographer/Sonographer. Act as sonographer lead in the Trust's HCC surveillance programme, under the supervision of the Consultant Radiographer/Sonographer and Medical Lead in Ultrasound. Complete reflective piece on the role of ultrasound in contrast enhanced US in liver imaging. Undertake one clinical audit per year. Attend and participate within MDT specific to the role. Demonstrate ability to work to specific deadlines. Review and update of role-specific clinical protocols in conjunction with the Consultant Radiographer/Sonographer. Further milestones and key tasks will need to be achieved for the role as part of the development role to ensure the full specification of the role is met prior to moving into the 8a pay scale.
Suggested Job Plan: 80% Clinical / 20% Non-Clinical
About us
NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHL Group) was formed on 1 November 2024, born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our communities.
We are one of the largest employers in region, with over 18,900 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services that extend to more than two million people in the North West.
We operate from five hospital sites:Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside, and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to several elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospitalprovide specialist services incardiothoracic surgery,cardiology and respiratory medicine, both in the hospital and out in the community.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single en-suite bedrooms and mainly focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
Job description Job responsibilities
Act as senior clinical member of the ultrasound team. Support the Consultant Radiographer/Sonographer in HCC surveillance service. Undertake appropriate specialist scans (CEUS and endoanal US) Continue to undertake non-specialist work within scope of practice.
Formal interview with presentation will be required for all successfully shortlisted candidates.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
BSc (Hons) in Radiography or equivalent Current state registration (i.e. HCPC, NMC, GMC)
Desirable
Masters qualification (Level 7) or equivalent in Medical Ultrasound from a CASE accredited programme.
Experience Essential
5 years post-qualification independent practice in medical ultrasound Experience in clinical audit and/or research and/or service evaluation Teaching and/or presentation skills, experience of formal teaching and/or presentations
Desirable
3 years post-qualification independent practice in the area of specialist clinical practice (e.g. CEUS, Endoanal, etc.) Cannulation skills Previous cross-sectional imaging experience
Skills Essential
Ability to plan and organise a broad range of educational and clinical resources for clinical, academic and patient dissemination Demonstrate experience of multi-disciplinary team working and evidence of supporting service developments.
Desirable
Leadership experience in a specialist filed of practice Experience of work with service managers within Imaging and wider hospital teams to inform best practice in developing care pathways
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address University Hospitals of Liverpool Trust
Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Prescot Street
Liverpool
L7 8XP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)