Job summary
It is an exciting time to join the Obstetric Sonography Team at University Hospitals Plymouth (UHP). Investment into the service will enable us to expand our sonography team to ensure that local families have care that is fully compliant with the Saving Babies Lives (version 3) agenda.
Are you a HCPC or NMC Registered Sonographer with recent NHS experience? Is your passion providing Obstetric Ultrasound of the highest standard? Then we would love to have you as part of our team.
We are looking at exciting innovative approaches to making the sonography offer at UHP the best it can be. Come and be part of our progressive thinking team and help us get the best service for families who book for their care at University Hospitals Plymouth.
Please contact Ben O'Neill (Lead Sonographer for maternity services) We would encourage an informal discussion prior to application.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
- To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide the delivery of a high quality responsive specialised ultrasound and midwifery service by maintaining a high level of personal expertise and continual professional development.
- To undertake obstetric ultrasound with support from the onsite Fetal Medicine Team providing women to deliver high quality holistic care.
- To independently report examinations according to the level of reporting authorisation agreed with the clinical lead in ultrasound and Fetal medicine Consultant to meet current FASP and Public Health England standards.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
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To participate in the delivery of a high-quality responsive ultrasound service, managing an unpredictable workload according to department needs for the Trust.
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To be responsible for safely carrying out a wide variety of obstetric ultrasound scans as required: to include fetal anomaly screening, NT measurement, early pregnancy and third trimester, including GROW and supporting fetal medicine consultant / SGA clinic.
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To join a multidisciplinary team participating in service delivery, teaching, research, audit and management activities as appropriate.
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To independently undertake ultrasound examinations in line with FASP standards, communicating the results to patients and other staff. Provide advice on future patient management / appropriate clinical decisions where appropriate for example: further actions or referrals for further imaging, urgent/immediate referral in accordance with local and National guidelines.
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In conjunction with clinical lead to provide high quality training to relevant staff in all aspects of obstetric ultrasound.
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To maintain a high level of professionalism and act as a source of expertise to other members of the multidisciplinary team.
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Actively monitor and provide support for any updates or when creating guidelines for current area of work/supervision in line with Trust protocols
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To be participate responsible as a member of the obstetric ultrasound team for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes and pathways of care for women and their babies.
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Undertake appraisal / PDP and understands SMART objective setting and engagement in constructive feedback.
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Act as a resource providing information, advice and teaching of all aspects of care.
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To report any equipment failures or untoward occurrences to the line manager in a timely manner
Please see the attached JD for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
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 safely carrying out a wide variety of obstetric ultrasound scans as required: to include fetal anomaly screening, NT measurement, early pregnancy and third trimester, including GROW and supporting fetal medicine consultant / SGA clinic.
-
To join a multidisciplinary team participating in service delivery, teaching, research, audit and management activities as appropriate.
-
To independently undertake ultrasound examinations in line with FASP standards, communicating the results to patients and other staff. Provide advice on future patient management / appropriate clinical decisions where appropriate for example: further actions or referrals for further imaging, urgent/immediate referral in accordance with local and National guidelines.
-
In conjunction with clinical lead to provide high quality training to relevant staff in all aspects of obstetric ultrasound.
-
To maintain a high level of professionalism and act as a source of expertise to other members of the multidisciplinary team.
-
Actively monitor and provide support for any updates or when creating guidelines for current area of work/supervision in line with Trust protocols
-
To be participate responsible as a member of the obstetric ultrasound team for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes and pathways of care for women and their babies.
-
Undertake appraisal / PDP and understands SMART objective setting and engagement in constructive feedback.
-
Act as a resource providing information, advice and teaching of all aspects of care.
-
To report any equipment failures or untoward occurrences to the line manager in a timely manner
Please see the attached JD for further details.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- oDemonstrable within a similar role
- oProven evidence of knowledge of a range of abnormalities and pathologies.
Desirable
- oIT skills and demonstrable experience of imaging software application use
Qualifications
Essential
- oCurrent UK Registration. NMC/HCPC Registration
- oBSc ( Hons) Radiography/Diagnostic Imagaing,
Desirable
- oA further range of scanning skills such as gynaecology, abdominal and Doppler
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- oCommunication skills in written and spoken English, including the ability to construct clear reports, convey bad news, communicate moderately complex clinical information at an appropriate level to both the public and fellow health professionals.
- oAbility to communicate in difficult circumstances where there are barriers to communication.
Desirable
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- oDemonstrable within a similar role
- oProven evidence of knowledge of a range of abnormalities and pathologies.
Desirable
- oIT skills and demonstrable experience of imaging software application use
Qualifications
Essential
- oCurrent UK Registration. NMC/HCPC Registration
- oBSc ( Hons) Radiography/Diagnostic Imagaing,
Desirable
- oA further range of scanning skills such as gynaecology, abdominal and Doppler
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- oCommunication skills in written and spoken English, including the ability to construct clear reports, convey bad news, communicate moderately complex clinical information at an appropriate level to both the public and fellow health professionals.
- oAbility to communicate in difficult circumstances where there are barriers to communication.
Desirable
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.
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.
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).
