Job summary
Our
services are expanding; we are actively seeking enthusiastic and highly
motivated band 7 midwife sonographers to join our forward-thinking team of
friendly and supportive professionals in providing a range of obstetric
ultrasound examinations. The successful candidate will be an autonomous
practitioner, promoting best practice and high standards within the Maternity Ultrasound
department. If you are an innovative individual who would like to support an
established, successful service and bring your expertise and skills in obstetric
ultrasound to the team, we would like to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work independently to perform obstetric
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.
The successful candidate is expected to be an autonomous
practitioner, promoting best practice and high standards whilst working closely
with obstetric and midwifery colleagues
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
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
To
be eligible for Health and Care Worker visa sponsorship you will usually need
to be paid at least £25,600 per year
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
At County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust our aim is to always deliver excellent care with compassion to deliver the highest quality of care our patients deserve. We value the personal skills, experiences and qualities that individuals bring to the Trust; creating an inclusive working environment to attract talented people who feel motivated, involved and able to influence the future direction of our services.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as part of the midwife sonography team undertaking a
wide range of ultrasound examinations and specialised ultrasound services in
the main hospital and at outlying hospitals and antenatal clinics thus
providing highly skilled patient focused care throughout all stages of
pregnancy. The post holder will be expected to work independently and produce
diagnostic reports which will provide advice on future patient management to
other clinicians, including obstetricians, gynaecologists, midwives, GPs
etc. Experience of Nuchal Translucency
scanning would be an advantage. The duties of the post holder will include the
ability to maintain a high level of clinical expertise in Ultrasound imaging
and reporting including overseeing and assisting in the training of new staff
and continuous development of departmental staff within the area to enable
adequate cover and to meet on-going demands of the service. The post holder
will will also be expected to;
Provide accurate reports based on the ultrasound findings,
and suggesting a diagnosis or differential diagnosis and advising follow up
where appropriate
Recognise when the findings require urgent follow up or
referral and take appropriate action. When unusual findings are observed
outside the post holders area of expertise, advice will be sought from
appropriate others
To assist in the development, documentation and monitoring
of protocols for working practice within the Ultrasound areas. To review on a
regular basis and when changes are introduced
To ensure housekeeping duties are carried out to ensure
electronic systems are kept up to date. To include justification of ultrasound
request thus ensuring timely appointment booking
To assist in monitoring the quality of service to patients
and where appropriate participate in the development and implementation of
proposals for improving services
To contribute fully in the regular setting, monitoring and
review of performance and quality management of all aspects of the Ultrasound
service
To be responsible for the care and comfort of the patient
whilst they are in Ultrasound areas respecting their privacy, dignity,
religious and cultural beliefs
To ensure that the non-medical staff are aware of the
Trusts complaints procedure and ensure that complaints are dealt with in
accordance with this procedure
To work closely with all Clinical Leads to provide optimum
patient care and constantly seek ways of improving standards and performance
To participate in and promote research and audit within
the Ultrasound areas to support good practice and provide documentation
accordingly
Organise, plan and prioritise workload according to
clinical need. Take responsibility for and organise sections of the maternity
department as required.
Monitor the capacity and demand of the service and assist
in reviewing working practices to accommodate any shift in requirements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as part of the midwife sonography team undertaking a
wide range of ultrasound examinations and specialised ultrasound services in
the main hospital and at outlying hospitals and antenatal clinics thus
providing highly skilled patient focused care throughout all stages of
pregnancy. The post holder will be expected to work independently and produce
diagnostic reports which will provide advice on future patient management to
other clinicians, including obstetricians, gynaecologists, midwives, GPs
etc. Experience of Nuchal Translucency
scanning would be an advantage. The duties of the post holder will include the
ability to maintain a high level of clinical expertise in Ultrasound imaging
and reporting including overseeing and assisting in the training of new staff
and continuous development of departmental staff within the area to enable
adequate cover and to meet on-going demands of the service. The post holder
will will also be expected to;
Provide accurate reports based on the ultrasound findings,
and suggesting a diagnosis or differential diagnosis and advising follow up
where appropriate
Recognise when the findings require urgent follow up or
referral and take appropriate action. When unusual findings are observed
outside the post holders area of expertise, advice will be sought from
appropriate others
To assist in the development, documentation and monitoring
of protocols for working practice within the Ultrasound areas. To review on a
regular basis and when changes are introduced
To ensure housekeeping duties are carried out to ensure
electronic systems are kept up to date. To include justification of ultrasound
request thus ensuring timely appointment booking
To assist in monitoring the quality of service to patients
and where appropriate participate in the development and implementation of
proposals for improving services
To contribute fully in the regular setting, monitoring and
review of performance and quality management of all aspects of the Ultrasound
service
To be responsible for the care and comfort of the patient
whilst they are in Ultrasound areas respecting their privacy, dignity,
religious and cultural beliefs
To ensure that the non-medical staff are aware of the
Trusts complaints procedure and ensure that complaints are dealt with in
accordance with this procedure
To work closely with all Clinical Leads to provide optimum
patient care and constantly seek ways of improving standards and performance
To participate in and promote research and audit within
the Ultrasound areas to support good practice and provide documentation
accordingly
Organise, plan and prioritise workload according to
clinical need. Take responsibility for and organise sections of the maternity
department as required.
Monitor the capacity and demand of the service and assist
in reviewing working practices to accommodate any shift in requirements.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Midwife with NMC PIN
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife with NMC PIN
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Qualified Midwife Sonographer with MSC,DMU, Post Graduate Diploma or certificate in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent (consideration may be given to those nearing completion of ultrasound qualification; would be discussed at interview)
Desirable
- Recognised teaching /assessing qualification
- Post graduate certificate in health related subject
- Master or equivalent experience
- PMA qualification
- Trained NIPE practitioner
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working/training in an Obstetric Ultrasound Department
- IT skills
- Ability to use initiative
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent time management
- Ability to be reflective practitioner
- Committed to professional and personal development
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleague
- Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experiences with others
- Takes ownership of problems
Desirable
- Experience of linking with outside agencies
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Motivational and empowerment skills
- Effective organisational skills, organisation of own workload
- Enthusiastic and supportive
- Confident to work independently
- Excellent communication skills and ability to provide written and verbal reports.
- Able to use Word, Excel and Powerpoint programs
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, reflecting a positive, professional attitude at all times.
- Understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- To have a caring, sensitive attitude towards other people, patients and staff
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Midwife with NMC PIN
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife with NMC PIN
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Qualified Midwife Sonographer with MSC,DMU, Post Graduate Diploma or certificate in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent (consideration may be given to those nearing completion of ultrasound qualification; would be discussed at interview)
Desirable
- Recognised teaching /assessing qualification
- Post graduate certificate in health related subject
- Master or equivalent experience
- PMA qualification
- Trained NIPE practitioner
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working/training in an Obstetric Ultrasound Department
- IT skills
- Ability to use initiative
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent time management
- Ability to be reflective practitioner
- Committed to professional and personal development
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleague
- Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experiences with others
- Takes ownership of problems
Desirable
- Experience of linking with outside agencies
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Motivational and empowerment skills
- Effective organisational skills, organisation of own workload
- Enthusiastic and supportive
- Confident to work independently
- Excellent communication skills and ability to provide written and verbal reports.
- Able to use Word, Excel and Powerpoint programs
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, reflecting a positive, professional attitude at all times.
- Understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- To have a caring, sensitive attitude towards other people, patients and staff
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
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
