Point of Care Ultrasound Imaging Fellowship | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 27 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £73,992 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 February 2026 |
| Location: | Oxford, OX3 9DU |
| Company: | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7660927/321-CSS-MS-7660927-S6 |
Summary
Critical Care Imaging fellowship
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
This program is aimed at senior Critical Care trainees looking to develop comprehensive practical skills and knowledge in ultrasound diagnostics. Specifically, it focuses on transthoracic cardiac echocardiography, pleural imaging and intervention, vascular access and abdominal scanning techniques with the aim of achieving an independent practitioner level within 12 months. Successful candidates will complete the ICS F.I.C.E and F.U.S.I.C accreditation programmes in one year.
The Ultrasound component may be swapped for a similar allied to ICU module e.g. simulation, advanced respiratory, advanced airway module, with mutual agreement.
1. Echocardiography module will consist of dedicated, directly supervised all day lists in critical care and cardiology outpatients every week, with a transition to scanning in clinical areas independently. In addition, fellows will be expected to attend weekly FICE tutorials within the OCC and Cardiology imaging MDT meetings.
2. Pleural imaging module will consist of supervised scanning within OCC and attending the Oxford Pleural Unit intervention and outpatient clinics.
3. Appointees will develop abdominal ultrasound imaging knowledge and skills using a combination of outpatient lists and inpatients scans within the trust in collaboration with the radiology department.
4. Vascular imaging opportunities will be provided throughout the training year within OCC and in collaboration with the Trust’s multidisciplinary vascular access team.
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. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk
This program is aimed at senior Critical Care trainees looking to develop comprehensive practical skills and knowledge in ultrasound diagnostics. Specifically, it focuses on transthoracic cardiac echocardiography, pleural imaging and intervention, vascular access and abdominal scanning techniques with the aim of achieving an independent practitioner level within 12 months. Successful candidates will complete the ICS F.I.C.E and F.U.S.I.C accreditation programmes in one year.
Programme Structure and Applicant Specification
The programme will take place over twelve months. Appointees will have a dedicated day per week of supervision and mentorship. The appointee will be expected to complete:
• Focused Intensive Care Echocardiography (FICE)
• Pleural imaging and diagnostics to BTS level 1 or equivalent
• Vascular Imaging & Access including PICC line, ultrasound guided peripheral & central venous cannulation to a high level of competence
• Abdominal imaging including assessment and aspiration of ascites, imaging of renal tract and FAST assessment
Each module is anticipated to take approximately three months to complete, with a dedicated day per week.
The fellowship year comprises four separate modules.
1. Echocardiography module will consist of dedicated, directly supervised all day lists in critical care and cardiology outpatients every week, with a transition to scanning in clinical areas independently. In addition, fellows will be expected to attend weekly FICE tutorials within the OCC and Cardiology imaging MDT meetings.
2. Pleural imaging module will consist of supervised scanning within OCC and attending the Oxford Pleural Unit intervention and outpatient clinics.
3. Appointees will develop abdominal ultrasound imaging knowledge and skills using a combination of outpatient lists and inpatients scans within the trust in collaboration with the radiology department.
4. Vascular imaging opportunities will be provided throughout the training year within OCC and in collaboration with the Trust’s multidisciplinary vascular access team.
Successful candidates will be enrolled into the compulsory departmental radiology ultrasound training programme and the Oxford FICE course as part of their appointment. Fellowship trainees will be supervised in teaching novice ICM trainees to assist in developing teaching skills.
During the programme, appointees will operate on the senior tier of the OCC/Churchill Intensive Care Unit on call rota for the Oxford ICM training programme. Candidates from any Intensive Care Medicine parent specialty are welcome to apply. Both ICUs operate a 1:7 on call rota and
applicants should have airway competencies and resuscitation skills.
Supervision
The appointee will be supervised primarily by Dr Ben Griffiths, Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine & Anaesthesia. Progress will be monitored at regular intervals, and satisfactory completion of paperwork demonstrating good medical practice and acquisition of competencies (Educational supervisor report, fellowship lead recommendation, peer feedback etc.) will be required at six months to proceed further in the program.
This advert closes on Tuesday 10 Feb 2026
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