Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an obstetric and / or early pregnancy sonographer to join our team in the Rosie Ultrasound Department. You will be highly motivated, a great communicator and willing to teach. You will work closely with the Fetal Medicine Department and Early Pregnancy Unit. Able to work as part of a small team in a high pressured and emotive environment. Please note this is not a training position. Applications will only be considered from those who have a post graduate qualification inObstetric Ultrasound (at least 1 year in length). Main duties of the job To participate in the delivery of a high quality responsive ultrasound service, managing an unpredictable workload according to department needs for the Trust. To be responsible for carrying out early pregnancy and / or obstetric ultrasound scans to include dating / NT measurement, fetal anomaly screening and third trimester. The post will include some weekend work to cover the early pregnancy assessment service. To join a multidisciplinary team participating in service delivery, teaching, research, audit and management activities as required. To independently undertake ultrasound examinations, communicating the results to patients and other staff. Make appropriate clinical decisions about further actions or referrals in accordance with local and National guidelines. To provide high quality training to relevant staff in all aspects of obstetric and / or early pregnancy scanning. About us Our Trust Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year p.a. pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 180-E-257055 Job locations Addenbrookes Hospital-Division E Cambridge CB2 0QQ Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: - applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment If you require sponsorship for a Visa to work in the UK, to avoid disappointment, please check you are not applying from a Red list country - Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) This vacancy will close at midnight on 4 March 2025 Interviews are due to be held on 18 March 2025 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: - applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment If you require sponsorship for a Visa to work in the UK, to avoid disappointment, please check you are not applying from a Red list country - Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) This vacancy will close at midnight on 4 March 2025 Interviews are due to be held on 18 March 2025 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Post graduate qualification in Obstetric Ultrasound Current HCPC / NMC registration Desirable Further relevant study Communication and counselling course Experience Essential Evidence of personal and professional development in current role. Demonstrate an interest in research and current developments in obstetric ultrasound Desirable Experience of teaching trainee sonographers, doctors Knowledge Essential Awareness of relevant National guidelines: FASP, SBLV3, NICE and safety principles of scanning Desirable Keen to support the Maternity Services Strategy, with particular regard to the quality of the patient journey Skills Essential Excellent communication skills: written/oral/non-verbal Good organisational skills Receptive to change. Able to work as part of a small team in a high pressured and emotive environment. IT experience. Desirable Experience of Excel / Word / PowerPoint Additional Requirements Essential Evidence of relevant CPD Prepared to work contracted hours flexibly, including working at weekends if/when required. The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. Desirable Experience of research and audit Willingness to participate in departmental presentations, study days. Demonstrable experience of audit. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Post graduate qualification in Obstetric Ultrasound Current HCPC / NMC registration Desirable Further relevant study Communication and counselling course Experience Essential Evidence of personal and professional development in current role. Demonstrate an interest in research and current developments in obstetric ultrasound Desirable Experience of teaching trainee sonographers, doctors Knowledge Essential Awareness of relevant National guidelines: FASP, SBLV3, NICE and safety principles of scanning Desirable Keen to support the Maternity Services Strategy, with particular regard to the quality of the patient journey Skills Essential Excellent communication skills: written/oral/non-verbal Good organisational skills Receptive to change. Able to work as part of a small team in a high pressured and emotive environment. IT experience. Desirable Experience of Excel / Word / PowerPoint Additional Requirements Essential Evidence of relevant CPD Prepared to work contracted hours flexibly, including working at weekends if/when required. The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. Desirable Experience of research and audit Willingness to participate in departmental presentations, study days. Demonstrable experience of audit. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Addenbrookes Hospital-Division E Cambridge CB2 0QQ Employer's website https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)