We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Midwife Sonographers qualified who are able to independently scan in obstetric ultrasound. You must have a CASE accredited PgC in obstetric ultrasound and be a registered midwife with a NMC registration.
The post holder is one of a team of midwife sonographers, sonographers and midwives and obstetricians who deliver high quality ultrasound care within the maternity unit. The successful candidate will be able to provide a high quality midwifery and ultrasound service, encourage and foster innovation in practice and act as a role model and advocate for women, their families and staff.
The post holder will be required to work as part of the rota to provide an obstetric ultrasound service 7 days a week between 8am and 8pm.
Main duties of the job
1. To perform and report ultrasound scans and manage ultrasound lists.
2. To communicate the results of the ultrasound scans to the multi-disciplinary team, where appropriate.
3. Assist with audits and research within the department.
4. To support and develop learning opportunities for junior members of staff from all disciplines.
5. To support the Senior Midwifery team in the on-going development of the maternity and ultrasound services.
6. Work as part of the team who are responsible for the effective and efficient operational management of the ultrasound service within maternity.
7. If registered as a midwife, to maintain clinical midwifery competencies to ensure NMC revalidation.
8. To provide the highest standard of safe, effective and compassionate care through the effective use of evidence based practice in line with agreed local and national standards, including the Fetal Abnormality Screening Programme (FASP) standards and the NMC Code.
9. To provide a continuously improving service in line with the clinical governance framework, Trust objectives, and the NHS performance framework.
10. To support and continually develop staff to ensure they have the appropriate level of skill, knowledge and competence to meet service/specialty requirements.
Job responsibilities
* To work as part of the ultrasound team performing a comprehensive range of ultrasound examinations without supervision.
* To independently interpret ultrasound images, produce comprehensive clinical reports and communicate information regarding diagnosis directly to referrers and patients in accordance with departmental protocols.
* To support the Ultrasound Services to deliver a first class ultrasound service.
* Contribute to Service Development, Quality Improvements and take an active role in Safecare (Clinical Governance) activities. Support Lead Radiographer in improving quality of service whilst working towards the Imaging Services Accreditation Scheme.
* To contribute towards the efficient deployment of resources enabling patients to receive safe, accurate and timely examinations.
* To prioritise patients and organise workload from a variety of referral pathways to meet the needs of the service.
* To contribute towards finding solutions that will meet the changing demands on the ultrasound service.
* To be competent in the safe use of complex ultrasound equipment.
* To maintain a high standard of patient care and professional conduct.
* To be responsible for the implementation of Trust and Radiology policies and procedures within the ultrasound department.
* To provide services in a manner that supports the Trust's Equality and Diversity ethos.
* To have a flexible approach to work to support trust objectives and departmental plans.
* To contribute towards finding solutions to meet the rapidly changing demands on the ultrasound service.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
* Evidence of CPD
* Current NMC or HCPC registration
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude
* Good interpersonal skills
* Ability to prioritise and manage workload according to clinical needs
* Work effectively within a team
* Work flexibly within work rosters that meet a 7 day service
Experience
* Significant experience working in a hospital
* Experience of working within a Radiology 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.
£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rata.
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