Trainee Clinical Specialist Sonographer; ENT

Main area Radiology, Ultrasound Grade NHS AfC:
Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job
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Site University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire Town Coventry Salary £49,387 - £56,515 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 14/10/2026 23:59

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an aspiring sonographer to join our Head & Neck Ultrasound Service as a Trainee Clinical Specialist Sonographer. This developmental role is designed for an experienced healthcare professional who wishes to develop specialist skills in Head & Neck ultrasound and ultrasound-guided procedures within a supported training pathway.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced Clinical Specialist Sonographers, Radiologists and ENT clinicians to develop the knowledge, skills and competencies required to independently perform and report Head & Neck ultrasound examinations. They will contribute to the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services supporting ENT, Head & Neck Cancer and Rapid Diagnostic pathways.

The post holder will undertake a structured programme of clinical training, supervision and competency development leading towards autonomous specialist practice. In return, the successful candidate will gain experience within a well-established specialist service, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and contributing to the timely diagnosis and management of patients with Head & Neck conditions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a strong commitment to patient care, professional development and advancing their career in specialist ultrasound practice.

The post holder will undertake a structured training programme to develop the knowledge, skills and competencies required to become an autonomous Clinical Specialist Sonographer within the Head & Neck Ultrasound Service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertake supervised Head & Neck ultrasound examinations as part of a defined competency framework.
• Develop the skills required to independently perform and report Head & Neck ultrasound investigations.
• Participate in specialist training in ultrasound-guided procedures, including Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA).
• Support the delivery of ENT, Head & Neck Cancer and Rapid Diagnostic pathways.
• Work closely with Clinical Specialist Sonographers, Radiologists, ENT Consultants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide high-quality, patient-centred care throughout the diagnostic pathway.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to the production of diagnostic reports.
• Participate in audit, quality improvement and clinical governance activities.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development and successful completion of competency requirements.
• Support departmental teaching, learning and service development initiatives.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe, effective and responsive diagnostic service.
• Uphold Trust values and professional standards at all times.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

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