To support the Superintendent sonographer in the provision of a professional ultrasound service within Shropshire.
The role of the midwife sonographer is to perform and report independently on a wide range of ultrasound examinations. This includes 1st trimester screening, anomaly scans, growth, liquor volume and Doppler, placentography, fertility scan, Early Pregnancy including transvaginal scanning as well as obstetric scans that may be necessary during pregnancy.
As well as writing reports for the medical profession and keeping appropriate records, the sonographer is required to communicate potentially distressing diagnoses directly to patients and refer these patients appropriately.
The maintenance of a high standard of patient care and medical ethics is essential.
Main duties of the job
The sonographer provides a highly specialist clinical technical service using ultrasound scans to carry out diagnosis. The sonographer analyses complex data and is expected to obtain maximum possible diagnostic information taking into account any anatomical or pathological limitations. The sonographer must possess a high level of specialist knowledge over a wide range of ultrasound procedures and/or the highest level in-depth expertise in a particular area of ultrasound comparable to senior clinicians. The sonographer is required to have the appropriate technical skill to operate the ultrasound machinery safely and effectively. The sonographer is expected to scan in a variety of settings and locations: scans are performed in the main and satellite departments, also in other specialist departments including one-stop clinics i.e. Early Pregnancy Assessment Clinic.
About us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification for the main duties of the role as Midwife Sonographer.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Registered Midwife. Hold a relevant Case Accredited, Postgraduate Ultrasound certificate in Obstetric Ultrasound.
Desirable
Desirable to have experience or relevant qualification in Research and Development.
Knowledge
Essential
Must be able to care for women whose pregnancies have the potential to be, or are complicated with fetal anomalies, potential genetic disorders, past history of genetic disorders or previous complicated pregnancies. Must be able to perform detailed obstetric scans to look for fetal abnormalities, experience in all types of obstetric ultrasound scans including to confirm intrauterine death. Must be able to give counselling, along with on-going support for women with high-risk pregnancies, fetal abnormalities and following the loss of a baby if needed. To monitor and assess complex and high-risk pregnancies, using Doppler when appropriate. To make decisions following assessment and make appropriate follow up appointments or take appropriate action.
Desirable
To have experience in writing protocols and guidelines along with patient care pathways using research based evidence.
Skills
Essential
Must be prepared to continue with professional development to ensure high standard of ultrasound examination and to maintain State registration. Ultrasound is a quickly evolving medium, which requires the sonographer to learn new skills and new ways of applying ultrasound. Must be able to adapt and incorporate new procedures in fetal medicine. (Fast evolving area of obstetrics.)
Specific Job Requirements
Essential
Must be able to work effectively in a potentially high-pressurised emotive environment, with urgent patients and unpredictable workload. Cross site and some community based working.
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
The Princess Royal Hospital
Telford
TF1 6TF
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
223-MIS-026 #J-18808-Ljbffr
The role of the midwife sonographer is to perform and report independently on a wide range of ultrasound examinations. This includes 1st trimester screening, anomaly scans, growth, liquor volume and Doppler, placentography, fertility scan, Early Pregnancy including transvaginal scanning as well as obstetric scans that may be necessary during pregnancy.
As well as writing reports for the medical profession and keeping appropriate records, the sonographer is required to communicate potentially distressing diagnoses directly to patients and refer these patients appropriately.
The maintenance of a high standard of patient care and medical ethics is essential.
Main duties of the job
The sonographer provides a highly specialist clinical technical service using ultrasound scans to carry out diagnosis. The sonographer analyses complex data and is expected to obtain maximum possible diagnostic information taking into account any anatomical or pathological limitations. The sonographer must possess a high level of specialist knowledge over a wide range of ultrasound procedures and/or the highest level in-depth expertise in a particular area of ultrasound comparable to senior clinicians. The sonographer is required to have the appropriate technical skill to operate the ultrasound machinery safely and effectively. The sonographer is expected to scan in a variety of settings and locations: scans are performed in the main and satellite departments, also in other specialist departments including one-stop clinics i.e. Early Pregnancy Assessment Clinic.
About us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification for the main duties of the role as Midwife Sonographer.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Registered Midwife. Hold a relevant Case Accredited, Postgraduate Ultrasound certificate in Obstetric Ultrasound.
Desirable
Desirable to have experience or relevant qualification in Research and Development.
Knowledge
Essential
Must be able to care for women whose pregnancies have the potential to be, or are complicated with fetal anomalies, potential genetic disorders, past history of genetic disorders or previous complicated pregnancies. Must be able to perform detailed obstetric scans to look for fetal abnormalities, experience in all types of obstetric ultrasound scans including to confirm intrauterine death. Must be able to give counselling, along with on-going support for women with high-risk pregnancies, fetal abnormalities and following the loss of a baby if needed. To monitor and assess complex and high-risk pregnancies, using Doppler when appropriate. To make decisions following assessment and make appropriate follow up appointments or take appropriate action.
Desirable
To have experience in writing protocols and guidelines along with patient care pathways using research based evidence.
Skills
Essential
Must be prepared to continue with professional development to ensure high standard of ultrasound examination and to maintain State registration. Ultrasound is a quickly evolving medium, which requires the sonographer to learn new skills and new ways of applying ultrasound. Must be able to adapt and incorporate new procedures in fetal medicine. (Fast evolving area of obstetrics.)
Specific Job Requirements
Essential
Must be able to work effectively in a potentially high-pressurised emotive environment, with urgent patients and unpredictable workload. Cross site and some community based working.
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
The Princess Royal Hospital
Telford
TF1 6TF
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
223-MIS-026 #J-18808-Ljbffr
