Job summary
The post holder will be part of the Women's Health ultrasound team in providing an effective and efficient ultrasound service.
The post holder will be responsible for planning and running their day to day list of patients.
The post holder will be required to carry out a wide range of complex clinical duties, acting on their own initiative, and using a wide range of professional, analytical and reasoning skills.
The post holder is an autonomous practitioner carrying out a wide range of complex examinations ( including obstetric, gynaecological and Early Pregnancy). They report these examinations without routine input from any other professional discipline. They are required to make decisions regarding follow-up scans to monitor conditions and also referral to the appropriate clinicians when necessary. These actions will be based on the findings of the ultrasound examinations.
The Sonographer is required to communicate highly sensitive information to patients and clinicians.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work alongside the current Nurse Sonographers and the Medical Leads. The service is a Nurse Led service with decision making an essential requirement with the opportunity to refer into medical Gynaecology service as neededTo manage and provide care for women in the process of medical and surgical treatment of Ectopic pregnancy and Termination of pregnancy for fetal anomaly.To carry out venepuncture, cannulation, administration of injections and drugs for medical management of ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage eg Mifepristone, Misoprostol and Methotrexate
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Degree in Nursing or Midwifery & current Registration on the NMC register
- Recognised Ultrasound Qualification/Certification
- Recognised clinical teaching qualification such Practice Assessor training / 997/8 or preparation for mentorship equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of on going personal development
- Previous experience at band 6 within Gynaecology
- Evidence of facilitating learning in Practice
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Experience Managing Change
- Ability to work own initiative using sound decision making and problem solving skills
- Resolving user concerns effetively
- 2 Years Experience at band 6 or above in a clinical setting
Desirable
- 5 years post registration experience in a variety of acute clinical settings, including gynaecology
Governance
Essential
- Understanding of the elements relating to clinical governance risk management, ensuring appropriate monitoring systems are in place
- Continuous quality improvement
Desirable
- Working Knowledge of Tendable and the Risk Register
- Datix Training
Personal/Professional attributes
Essential
- Remains calm under pressure
- Autonomous and can work under own initiative
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Positive and flexible attitude to working in the NHS
- Able to motivate and develop clinical staff to their full potential
Essential Criteria
Essential
- This Position requires cross site travel
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Degree in Nursing or Midwifery & current Registration on the NMC register
- Recognised Ultrasound Qualification/Certification
- Recognised clinical teaching qualification such Practice Assessor training / 997/8 or preparation for mentorship equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of on going personal development
- Previous experience at band 6 within Gynaecology
- Evidence of facilitating learning in Practice
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Experience Managing Change
- Ability to work own initiative using sound decision making and problem solving skills
- Resolving user concerns effetively
- 2 Years Experience at band 6 or above in a clinical setting
Desirable
- 5 years post registration experience in a variety of acute clinical settings, including gynaecology
Governance
Essential
- Understanding of the elements relating to clinical governance risk management, ensuring appropriate monitoring systems are in place
- Continuous quality improvement
Desirable
- Working Knowledge of Tendable and the Risk Register
- Datix Training
Personal/Professional attributes
Essential
- Remains calm under pressure
- Autonomous and can work under own initiative
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Positive and flexible attitude to working in the NHS
- Able to motivate and develop clinical staff to their full potential
Essential Criteria
Essential
- This Position requires cross site travel
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).
