Trainee Sonographer

This is a 12-month training post employed directly within Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will undertake a Postgraduate Certificate offered by the University of Hertfordshire, starting in October 2026. On qualification, the postholder would be expected to commence a role as an Advanced Practitioner Sonographer within the Trust for a minimum of 2 years. There are two training opportunities to study: 1. General Medical and Gynaecology, based at the John Radcliffe Hospital 2. Obstetrics and Gynaecology, based at the Horton Hospital. In this post, the post holder is expected to:

• Gain all clinical and academic competencies to independently perform ultrasound examinations
• Gain all clinical and academic competencies to provide a diagnostic report on ultrasound examinations undertaken.
• Work within the ultrasound departmental guidelines and Trust policies.
• Work across all OUH sites (John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Horton Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Bicester Community Hospital, Chipping Norton Community Hospital).
• To participate in any future 7-day service as required., This is a 12-month training post employed directly within Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will undertake a Postgraduate Certificate offered by the University of Hertfordshire, starting in October 2026. On qualification, the postholder would be expected to commence a role as an Advanced Practitioner Sonographer within the Trust for a minimum of 2 years.
In this post, the post holder is expected to:
• Gain all clinical and academic competencies to independently perform ultrasound examinations
• Gain all clinical and academic competencies to provide a diagnostic report on ultrasound examinations undertaken.
• Work within the ultrasound departmental guidelines and Trust policies.
• Work across all OUH sites (John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Horton Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Bicester Community Hospital, Chipping Norton Community Hospital).
• To participate in any future 7-day service as required.
• Learn the skills to undertake a coordinating role for the day-to-day planning of the operational workload of the department when required.
• Work as a team member within a multi-disciplinary team, providing a high-quality ultrasound service whilst maintaining high standards of patient care., To complete all academic and clinical training with the goal of becoming an independent practitioner who can complete most examinations and reports independently within local scope of practice.
• Individual responsibility in accepting to undertake any given ultrasound examination, working in accordance with professional body guidance and local ultrasound guidelines.
• Individual responsibilities for patient/client care, treatment and therapy where appropriate to the examination / area / specialty.
• To communicate scan findings to the referring clinician and patient (if appropriate).
• To record care/treatment/advice/tests accurately and in an agreed format.
• To provide information and advice to patients, relatives and other healthcare professionals about the limitations and the safe use of ultrasound.
• To work as a reflective practitioner with the responsibility to critically evaluate systems / processes / pathways involved with various areas covered by the ultrasound service. Ideas and information to be discussed with the Ultrasound Modality Manager and or Advanced Practitioner Sonographer in the relevant field of practice.
  
  Diploma/BSc in Radiography or Health Related Science
• HCPC registration or equivalent
Desirable criteria
• 1 year experience in Radiography or Health Related Science, , Evidence of shadowing in Ultrasound department, Ability to work as a team, and independently
• High patient care standards
• Ability to organise work load, Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Ability to get on with all grades of staff, You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
  
  Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.
The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence., Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel., Sexual Safety Charter: In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment. If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.