Obstetric Ultrasound Modality Lead, Band 8a
The closing date is 04 May 2026
We are seeking an experienced, motivated and clinically respected Obstetric Ultrasound Lead (Band 8a) to provide professional, clinical and operational leadership for our Obstetric Ultrasound service.
This is a senior specialty management role within the Radiology Directorate, working closely with the Non‑Obstetric Ultrasound Modality Lead, Women & Children’s Division, maternity services and multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver a high‑quality, safe, and effective obstetric ultrasound service across the Trust.
The postholder will combine expert clinical knowledge with strong leadership and service improvement skills, supporting delivery of national screening requirements, quality standards and strategic service development.
Additional band 7 scanning hours available to make up to 1 WTE.
Main duties of the job
* Provide professional and clinical leadership for the Obstetric Ultrasound service, ensuring safe, effective and patient‑centred care
* Responsible for managing daily obstetric ultrasound operations, ensuring adherence to national maternity screening requirements and modality governance
* Collaborate with Women & Children’s leads to oversee staff, facilities, and resource allocation
* Support efficient, effective, and safe service delivery
* Lead policy and service development & improvement, including equipment procurement within modality
* Member of the Radiology Management team, overseeing strategy, operations, and safety; deputises for the Ultrasound lead as required
* Provide practical assistance, technical advice, and clinical support as required
* Responsible for delivering all national maternity screening targets related to scanning
* Capable of carrying out diverse examinations within the clinical specialty for various patient groups, independently or alongside multidisciplinary team members, while adhering to professional, departmental, and legal standards; utilise clinical information to select suitable imaging techniques and produce diagnostic‑quality images
* Take part in provision of a 24‑hour service working weekends and bank holidays as required
About us
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides acute hospital services to a large and diverse population across Gloucestershire and beyond. Our Radiology and Ultrasound services are central to maternity and women’s health pathways, and we are committed to innovation, quality improvement and compassionate leadership.
You will join a supportive senior leadership team with strong links across Radiology, Women & Children’s services and the wider Trust, with opportunities to influence service development at both local and regional level.
Qualifications
* BSc or equivalent in relevant area of practice
* Relevant professional registration (HCPC/NMC registration or equivalent)
* MSc or equivalent in Obstetric Ultrasound
Knowledge & Skills
* Strong understanding of national screening requirements, governance and quality standards
* Ability to work under pressure with an unpredictable workload
* Excellent communication, organisational and decision making skills
* Demonstrate a critical understanding of own level of responsibility, including when working with complexity, risk, uncertainty and incomplete information
* Comprehensive understanding of the requirements of IR(ME)R and IRR and CQC requirements
* Take a lead role in weekly MDT meetings, presenting screening cases and aiding decision making in further management of patient care
Experience
* Experience of using departmental computerised patient systems – PACS/CRIS
* Evidence of continuous professional development
* Experience of managing Obstetric Ultrasound department
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.
£57,528 to £64,750 a year (pa, pro rata if part‑time)
Working pattern: Part‑time
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