We are looking for a Reporting Sonographer for our Maternity & Gynaecology Department.
Performing and reporting ultrasound scans for obstetrics, including screening for nuchal translucency, anomaly, growth scans, early pregnancy and gynaecology scans.
We will consider applicants who do not meet all of the essential criteria into a developmental Band 6 to Band 7 role.
We only accept applications from a PG certificate in medical ultrasound in obstetrics and gynaecology from a CASE accredited institute.
Main duties of the job
Performing transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasound scans for all types of obstetric and gynaecology scans. Reporting findings and making appropriate referrals to multidisciplinary team as well as communicating findings to patients.
About us
The Maternity Ultrasound Department consists of a team of sonographers, 2 healthcare assistants and 2 fetal medicine specialists. The department provides ultrasound scans throughout pregnancy as well as gynaecological scans.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Formulate and issue clinical reports.
2. Assist in training of student sonographers.
3. Promote and encourage good effective professional practices in the department.
4. Independently undertake and interpret obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound examinations at the main Royal Berkshire Hospital site and at satellite units.
5. Participate in advanced clinical based practice.
6. Use advanced clinical judgement to enable independent decision making.
7. Assist and encourage service development and innovation.
8. Maintain a professional and courteous manner and uphold the reputation of the ultrasound department.
9. Observe confidentiality with respect to the trust patient, staff and NHS information at all times.
10. Participate in out of hours work as required.
11. Undertake other duties not specified here but within the general scope and grade of the post, which may be delegated from time to time by the Lead Practitioner/Manager.
Person Specification
Qualification and experience
Essential
* Extensive post graduate experience in a wide range of obstetric and gynaecology ultrasound examinations.
* Experience of quality and clinical audit.
* Statistical analysis experience.
* Teaching, training and mentoring experience.
* Minimum of two years' experience in reporting complex ultrasound, with Fetal Anomaly Screening.
* Track record of effective staff supervision, teaching and training.
* Participation in internal quality control and external quality assurance procedures.
* Experience of problem solving, critical analysis and change management.
Desirable
* Experience of working in a maternity and gynaecology unit.
Education / Qualifications & Training
Essential
* Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (Obs & Gynae) or Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasound (Obs & Gynae).
* DQASS or FMF accreditation in 1st trimester screening.
Experience
Essential
* Postgraduate ultrasound experience.
* Experience within a maternity unit.
Professional Skills
* IT literacy.
* Good ultrasound skills, being able to produce high quality images and interpret their relevance.
Interpersonal Skills
* Excellent oral and written communication skills with patients and staff inside/outside the Trust.
* Team working skills to ensure team objectives/deadlines are met.
* Assertive, self-confident & pro-active.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Able to organise own work.
* Self-motivated & able to work under own initiative and take independent decisions.
* Motivation to train and extend role.
* Ability to demonstrate a caring attitude towards patients.
* Clean neat appearance.
* Flexibility around working hours.
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Craven Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
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