About this role
Job summary
Come and join our Ultrasound team at Royal Glamorgan Hospital (RGH) and Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda (YCR) within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.
We are looking for enthusiastic and committed Sonographers to join our friendly and developing ultrasound service in the heart of South Wales.
The successful applicant will work primarily across RGH and YCR, undertaking a varied workload including obstetric, gynaecological and general ultrasound examinations, with the opportunity for occasional cross-site working within CTM.
This post would suit sonographers who enjoy working within a supportive team environment and who are keen to continue developing their clinical skills and scope of practice. We actively encourage continuing professional development and support role expansion in line with departmental priorities and individual interests.
Applicants should hold a recognised qualification in Medical Ultrasound (PgC/PgD/MSc) with current HCPC, NMC or equivalent professional registration. Experience in general ultrasound including transvaginal and obstetric imaging is essential. DQASS registration for combined screening is desirable, although training and support can be provided.
Based in the heart of South Wales, our sites are within easy reach of Cardiff, the South Wales coastline, beautiful beaches, and the surrounding valleys and countryside, offering an excellent balance between rewarding NHS work and quality of life outside work.
Main duties of the job
To provide a professionally competent Ultrasound service to patients throughout the University Health Board, in a safe clinical environment.
Provide a caring, confidential diagnostic service to all patients, ensuring their dignity and privacy are not compromised.
You will normally be required to work without direct clinical supervision but will report to the Superintendent Radiographers within the Department.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improveo We treat everyone with respecto We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
To provide a professionally competent Ultrasound service to patients throughout the University Health Board, in a safe clinical environment.
Provide a caring, confidential diagnostic service to all patients, ensuring their dignity and privacy are not compromised.
You will normally be required to work without direct clinical supervision but will report to the Superintendent Radiographers within the Department.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
HCPC registration Post-grad ultrasound qualification Counselling experience Degree or Equivalent
Desirable
Relevant Masters degree
Experience Essential
Full history of sonography experience Independent imaging & reporting Relevant history of CPD Appropriate supervisory/Management/Teaching experience
Desirable
Vascular, small parts or MSK experience
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Good communication skills Evidence of participation in clinical audit Evidence of H&S policy and procedures particularly relating to ultrasound
Desirable
Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Ynysmaerdy
Pontyclun
CF72 8XR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)