Band 6 Trainee Fetal Echocardiographer


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£47,951 - £56,863
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, SE1 7EH
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	30 Jul 2026
Closing date:	13 Aug 2026

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Summary

1. Key Relationships The post holder will have regular contact with Consultants, junior medical staff, nursing Matron, clinical nurse specialists, nursing staff, pediatric cardiology physiologists, administrative and clerical Support Staff, technical staff and the service and general managers. 2. Duties and Responsibilities Clinical and Professional Under the guidance of the Senior Chief Fetal Echocardiographer and supported by the senior sonographers in the Fetal Cardiology Team, follows the Fetal Cardiac Sonographer Training Guidelines and supports the development of the Fetal Cardiology service. To meet minimum standards and ensure that these are maintained and any issues identified are reported to the Senior Chief Fetal Echocardiographer. Commits to a structured personal and professional development plan, agreed with the Senior Chief Fetal Echocardiographer and the Head of Service for Paediatric and Fetal Cardiology. To interpret and report results under guidance of senior sonographers. Report abnormal results to senior colleagues and consultant in a timely fashion. Identify and advise when the study is insufficient to answer the clinical question and refer to senior colleagues and consultants. Maintain records and databases within Fetal Cardiology in accordance with confidentiality and information governance guidelines that can be used for audit and clinical governance purposes. To use discretion when sharing information. Ensures that all clinical duties are carried out in such a manner as to ensure safety and compliance with departmental minimum standards. Safe usage and maintenance of ultrasound equipment. Report to the Senior Chief Fetal Echocardiographer to ensure that adequate levels of stock are maintained. Demonstrate skills in dealing with inter-professional conflict. Identify adverse incidents/situations and discuss with the departmental managers and initiate action to resolve these problems. Education and Development Follows the departmental training guideline as closely as possible to the outlined time-frame and commits to self-guided learning alongside provided material. Participates in national and international courses and meetings to maintain Continued Professional Development (CPD) and good clinical practice. Contributes and participates in teaching activities within the department.

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