The Trainee Echocardiographer will be employed for a fixed term of 18 months during which time they will work through a programme of learning. In conjunction with and supported by the Designated Training Officer, the Trainee Echocardiographer will be responsible for their own progression through the training programme, completing a mixture of work based competence and experience in NHS scientific departments, completing the learning outcomes as outlined in the Curriculum Library, undertaking the complementary academic Post Graduate Certificate in Clinical Echocardiography at University of the West of England and completing the BSE level 2 Transthoracic Accreditation process. At all times the Trainee Echocardiographer is expected to work within standard operating policies and procedures of the department and NHS organisation and adhere to high standards of professionalism, health and safety, risk reduction, confidentiality, patient care and dignity, and respect for equality and diversity
as set out in the NHS Constitution. The Trainee Echocardiographer will be employed by Somerset Foundation Trust for a fixed term of 18 months during which time they will work through a programme of learning. This will be combined with an academic programme at Post Graduate level over the first year of the programme. Successfully complete the training and assessment programme in conjunction with the local training team and designated Academic institution to achieve level 2 BSE accreditation in transthoracic echo. Undertake suitable training to successfully acquire core competencies and thereafter maintain the required standards of competence when undertaking duties. Take responsibility for own learning and development by recognising and taking advantage of all opportunities to learn, including appraisal, supervision, academic course and problem-based learning and maintaining a personal portfolio of learning. Ensure that own learning needs, identified with the Training officer and
reflected in the requirements of the curriculum, are met. Retain sufficient flexibility and adaptability in learning to ensure full contribution to improving services in response to changing health care needs. This job description outlines the main current duties and responsibilities of the training post. The job description will need to be reviewed and subsequently may be altered. Any resulting changes will be subject to consultation. IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Please ensure that you meet the eligibility and enrolment criteria for the course and can provide the certification. https://nshcs.hee.nhs.uk/programmes/etp/.