An exciting opportunity has arisen for the expansion of our already established midwifery sonographer team across North West Anglia, NHS Foundation Trust.
The role will be supporting our existing team of midwife sonographers and radiographers to deliver antenatal screening to nearly 5000 women at our Peterborough site and a further 2000 at our Huntingdon site.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our maternity services.
***Please note that we can only consider applications from individuals with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN, as we are currently unable to support OSCE***
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work independently to perform ultrasound examinations and provide diagnostic reports of patients accessing the obstetric ultrasound department. The post holder will perform a wide range of obstetric scans to include dating and first trimester combined screening scans, anomaly scans, growth scans and umbilical artery Doppler in accordance with guidelines set out by the Fetal Anomaly Screening Programme. The post holder will be responsible for counselling women undertaking diagnostic testing. They will also participate in the training and education of nursing/midwifery students working in the division and supervise staff undertaking Sonography training, ensuring continuity of service delivery. To be an autonomous practitioner, promoting best practice and high standards whilst working closely with obstetric and midwifery colleague The post holder will be expected to provide a service review when required and be actively involved in audit implementing agreed areas for improvement and ensuring that relevant guidelines are kept up to date.
About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including: Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff) Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme: Flexible working opportunities Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment Access to our in-house physiotherapy service On-site canteens offering subsidised meals Subsidised staff parking (currently free) Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.
Person Specification
Education & Qaulifications
Essential
Registered Midwife Postgraduate Diploma/ Certificate in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent
Desirable
Degree Level Education NT accreditation
Knowledge
Essential
Must show evidence of CPD in ultrasound and ensure their practice is evidence based Keen to support the Maternity Services Strategy, with particular regard to the quality of the patient journey
Experience
Essential
Must have the relevant skills, knowledge and experience in the full range of required US examinations with demonstration of competent reporting skills in 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester TV experience
Desirable
Experience of Fetal Doppler assessment Evidence of attendance on a counselling / breaking bad news course Experience of using GAP pathways Experience of early pregnancy scanning
Key Skills
Essential
Independent reporting of scan findings Excellent communication skills: written/oral/non-verbal Able to work as part of a small team in a potentially high pressured and emotive environment
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Hinchingbrooke Park
Huntingdon
PE29 6NT
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
176-M-6404059-D #J-18808-Ljbffr
The role will be supporting our existing team of midwife sonographers and radiographers to deliver antenatal screening to nearly 5000 women at our Peterborough site and a further 2000 at our Huntingdon site.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our maternity services.
***Please note that we can only consider applications from individuals with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN, as we are currently unable to support OSCE***
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work independently to perform ultrasound examinations and provide diagnostic reports of patients accessing the obstetric ultrasound department. The post holder will perform a wide range of obstetric scans to include dating and first trimester combined screening scans, anomaly scans, growth scans and umbilical artery Doppler in accordance with guidelines set out by the Fetal Anomaly Screening Programme. The post holder will be responsible for counselling women undertaking diagnostic testing. They will also participate in the training and education of nursing/midwifery students working in the division and supervise staff undertaking Sonography training, ensuring continuity of service delivery. To be an autonomous practitioner, promoting best practice and high standards whilst working closely with obstetric and midwifery colleague The post holder will be expected to provide a service review when required and be actively involved in audit implementing agreed areas for improvement and ensuring that relevant guidelines are kept up to date.
About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including: Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff) Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme: Flexible working opportunities Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment Access to our in-house physiotherapy service On-site canteens offering subsidised meals Subsidised staff parking (currently free) Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.
Person Specification
Education & Qaulifications
Essential
Registered Midwife Postgraduate Diploma/ Certificate in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent
Desirable
Degree Level Education NT accreditation
Knowledge
Essential
Must show evidence of CPD in ultrasound and ensure their practice is evidence based Keen to support the Maternity Services Strategy, with particular regard to the quality of the patient journey
Experience
Essential
Must have the relevant skills, knowledge and experience in the full range of required US examinations with demonstration of competent reporting skills in 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester TV experience
Desirable
Experience of Fetal Doppler assessment Evidence of attendance on a counselling / breaking bad news course Experience of using GAP pathways Experience of early pregnancy scanning
Key Skills
Essential
Independent reporting of scan findings Excellent communication skills: written/oral/non-verbal Able to work as part of a small team in a potentially high pressured and emotive environment
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Hinchingbrooke Park
Huntingdon
PE29 6NT
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
176-M-6404059-D #J-18808-Ljbffr
