Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Radiology Department at Birmingham Women's Hospital for an enthusiastic and well-motivated sonographer to join our dedicated team at Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
We are seeking to recruit a highly skilled Sonographer/Midwife Sonographer to join our team of dynamic and welcoming staff, to promote and deliver a family focused and user-friendly radiology service.
The post holder will be based at Birmingham Women's Hospital and will have recent clinical experience and knowledge in obstetric and/or gynaecological ultrasound, always using best practice, and promoting a positive patient experience and environment.
The work is varied, enabling a good scope of advanced practice including obstetrics, gynaecology, abdominal and paediatric ultrasound.
We positively support professional and personal development and there is the potential for candidates who do not fully meet the person specification to be appointed and be given the opportunity to develop their skills.
Upon an application being submitted the department encourages applicants to arrange an informal site visit.
The standard operational hours are Monday to Friday 08:30 - 17:00. Full time hours and part time hours are available and extended days/flexible working hours will be considered. Participation in out or hours work will also be required.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
The aim of this role is to work as an independent Sonographer, performing all aspects of obstetric and/or gynaecological ultrasound examinations to a high standard, formulating concise and accurate reports and communicating results to the appropriate clinician. In this manner, delivering a safe, effective and efficient service that meets both patient/families/carers, and staff requirements.
The post holder will:
Prioritise, justify and manage workload as an individual and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Provide theoretical and clinical training for Trainee Sonographers, Specialist Registrars.
Be required to work collaboratively with clinical, managerial and admin colleagues to develop and enhance ultrasound imaging services.
The post holder will be responsible on a rotational basis for leading the shift, undertaking a co-ordinating role for the day to day planning and delivery of the department's operational workload. This person will be expected to deputise for the clinical manager in their absence.
Be responsible for own CPD and professional and personal development through personal study, reflection, attendance at MDT meetings and ultrasound education meetings.
Follow policies, procedures and protocols relating to and underpinning the ultrasound service in line with national guidance.
About us
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.
Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.
Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.
Parkview Clinic is a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service Mental Health (CAMHS) facility in Moseley, for young people aged 11-18 years who require admission due to significant psychiatric difficulties.
Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Undergraduate degree in Radiology, Nursing or Midwifery
- Post Grad Certificate or Diploma in Ultrasound (CASE accredited)
- State registration e.g. HCPC, NMC or similar health professional registration. The Society of Radiographers Voluntary Register will be considered appropriate.
Desirable
- Masters level in Medical Ultrasound
- Evidence of post qualification study and career development
- SOR Advanced Practitioner Accreditation
Knowledge and nature of experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of obstetric/gynaecological ultrasound, underpinned by theory and post graduate experience
- Must be able to work independently and be competent to write a concise and accurate diagnostic ultrasound report
- Able to work effectively in a high pressured, emotive environment with minimum supervision
- Possess knowledge and understanding of the audit process and participation in departmental audit
- Participation in Quality Assurance, research and development
- Evidence of personal and professional development
- Teaching and training skills with the ability to adapt training style to the needs of the trainee
- Awareness of clinical governance issues relating to patient care
Desirable
- Experience in providing post graduate practical and theoretical training in medical ultrasound and take responsibility for countersigning reports for clinicians and Trainee Sonographers
- Experience in Managing others
Analytical and judgment skills
Essential
- Decisive, using sound judgment in decision making and delivering in a timely and confident manner
- Ability to make decisions
- Problem solving
- Logical Approach and a complete finisher
- Attention to detail and assertive
- Able to manage own workload, prioritise and meet deadlines
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills
Desirable
- Experience of dealing with conflict
Professional/Managerial/Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent keyboard skills
- PACS, RIS, IEP and IT experience with advanced Microsoft knowledge
- Highly numerate
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills suitable for a range of audiences
Personal Skills/Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Able to communicate with patients in an empathetic manner in the process of their treatment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to communicate US findings to a clinical specialised multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to work under pressure, and escalate significant and unexpected findings when delays may have a negative impact on the Patient
- Able to pass on instructions to practitioners, colleagues and patients in a clear and approachable manner
- Ability to use and act on own initiative
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
- Lead by example, promoting the highest standards of personal and professional conduct and integrity
- High level of work organization, self-motivation, drive for performance and improvement
- Able to manage own workload, prioritise and meet deadlines
Other Requirements
Essential
- Stamina to concentrate and work for extended periods of time (RSI risks)
- Regularly exposed to challenging work procedures.
- Punctual and flexible across hours of work when required
- Organised, fair, flexible and receptive to change
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Undergraduate degree in Radiology, Nursing or Midwifery
- Post Grad Certificate or Diploma in Ultrasound (CASE accredited)
- State registration e.g. HCPC, NMC or similar health professional registration. The Society of Radiographers Voluntary Register will be considered appropriate.
Desirable
- Masters level in Medical Ultrasound
- Evidence of post qualification study and career development
- SOR Advanced Practitioner Accreditation
Knowledge and nature of experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of obstetric/gynaecological ultrasound, underpinned by theory and post graduate experience
- Must be able to work independently and be competent to write a concise and accurate diagnostic ultrasound report
- Able to work effectively in a high pressured, emotive environment with minimum supervision
- Possess knowledge and understanding of the audit process and participation in departmental audit
- Participation in Quality Assurance, research and development
- Evidence of personal and professional development
- Teaching and training skills with the ability to adapt training style to the needs of the trainee
- Awareness of clinical governance issues relating to patient care
Desirable
- Experience in providing post graduate practical and theoretical training in medical ultrasound and take responsibility for countersigning reports for clinicians and Trainee Sonographers
- Experience in Managing others
Analytical and judgment skills
Essential
- Decisive, using sound judgment in decision making and delivering in a timely and confident manner
- Ability to make decisions
- Problem solving
- Logical Approach and a complete finisher
- Attention to detail and assertive
- Able to manage own workload, prioritise and meet deadlines
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills
Desirable
- Experience of dealing with conflict
Professional/Managerial/Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent keyboard skills
- PACS, RIS, IEP and IT experience with advanced Microsoft knowledge
- Highly numerate
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills suitable for a range of audiences
Personal Skills/Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Able to communicate with patients in an empathetic manner in the process of their treatment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to communicate US findings to a clinical specialised multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to work under pressure, and escalate significant and unexpected findings when delays may have a negative impact on the Patient
- Able to pass on instructions to practitioners, colleagues and patients in a clear and approachable manner
- Ability to use and act on own initiative
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
- Lead by example, promoting the highest standards of personal and professional conduct and integrity
- High level of work organization, self-motivation, drive for performance and improvement
- Able to manage own workload, prioritise and meet deadlines
Other Requirements
Essential
- Stamina to concentrate and work for extended periods of time (RSI risks)
- Regularly exposed to challenging work procedures.
- Punctual and flexible across hours of work when required
- Organised, fair, flexible and receptive to change
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Birmingham Womens Hospital
Mindelsohn way
birmingham
B152TG
Employer's website
https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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