Job summary
- Main area
- Ultrasound Radiology
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 297-6833113
- Employer
- Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital
- Town
- Gateshead
- Salary
- £46,148 - £52,809 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 02/01/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Midwife Sonographer
NHS AfC: Band 7
In the event of excessive applications being received this vacancy may close earlier than the stated closing date, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possibleÌýÌý
IMPORTANT NOTE ON COMPLETION OF REFERENCE SECTION OF APPLICATION FORM
All references from current and previous employers will be sought and MUST cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and work email address of each of your current/previous line managers that cover 3 years employment. Where possible this should be from two separate employers. Failure to complete this section may result in your application not being processed.
PLEASE NOTEÌýit is a requirement of this Trust that all successful applicants pay for their DBS certificate if a check is required for the post. This will be done through deduction from your monthly pay over a maximum of three months. It is also a requirement that all successful applicants registerÌý or are registered with the DBS update service where a DBS is required.Ìý
All new entrants to the NHS will be appointed on the minimum of the pay scale in line with Terms & Conditions.
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Job overview
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Midwife Sonographers qualified who are able to independently scan in obstetric ultrasound. ÌýYou must have a CASE accredited PgC in obstetric ultrasound and be a registered midwife with a NMC registration
The post holder is one of a team of midwife sonographers, sonographers and midwives and obstetricians who deliver high quality ultrasound care within the maternity unit. ÌýThe successful candidate will be able to provide a high quality midwifery and ultrasound service, encourage and foster innovation in practice and act as a role model and advocate for women, their families and staff.Ìý Ìý
The post holder will be required to work as part of the rota to provide an obstetric ultrasound service 7 days a week between 8am and 8pm.
This vacancy is part of our ‘refer a friend’ scheme, this means if a friend who currently works for us has told you about this vacancy you could both receive a cash payment.Ìý The full scheme details are included with the additional documents for this role.
Main duties of the job
·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý To perform and report ultrasound scans and manage ultrasound lists.
Ìý·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý To communicate the results of the ultrasound scans to the multi-disciplinary team, where appropriate
Ìý·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý Assist with audits and research within the department
Ìý·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý To support and develop learning opportunities for junior members of staff from all disciplines
Ìý·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý To support the Senior Midwifery team in the on-going development of the maternity and ultrasound services
Ìý·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý Work as part of the team who are responsible for the effective and efficient operational management of the ultrasound service within maternity
Ìý·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý If registered as a midwife, to maintain clinical midwifery competencies to ensure NMC revalidation
Ìý·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý To provide the highest standard of safe, effective and compassionate care through the effective use of evidence based practice in line with agreed local and national standards, including the Fetal Abnormality Screening Programme (FASP) standards and the NMC Code.
Ìý·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý To provide a continuously improving service in line with the clinical governance framework, Trust objectives, and the NHS performance framework.
Ìý·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý ÌýTo support and continually develop staff to ensure they have the appropriate level of skill, knowledge and competence to meet service/specialty requirements.
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Working for our organisation
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre, Community Diagnostic Centre within the Metrocentre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the ‘golden thread’ which runs through everything we do – they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymÌýICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women’s Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our ‘Balance’ programme to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.Ìý
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To work as part of the ultrasound team performing a comprehensive range of ultrasound examinations without supervision.
- To independently interpret ultrasound images, produce comprehensive clinical reports and communicate information regarding diagnosis directly to referrers and patients in accordance with departmental protocols.
- To support the Ultrasound Services to deliver a first class ultrasound service.
- Contribute to Service Development, Quality Improvements and take an active role in Safecare (Clinical Governance) activities.Ìý Support Lead Radiographer in improving quality of service whilst working towards the Imaging Services Accreditation Scheme.
- To contribute towards the efficient deployment of resources enabling patients to receive safe, accurate and timely examinations.
- To prioritise patients and organise workload from a variety of referral pathways to meet the needs of the service.
- To contribute towards finding solutions that will meet the changing demands on the ultrasound service.
- To be competent in the safe use of complex ultrasound equipment.
- To maintain a high standard of patient care and professional conduct.
- To be responsible for the implementation of Trust and Radiology policies and procedures within the ultrasound department.
- To provide services in a manner that supports the Trust’s Equality and Diversity ethos.
- To have a flexible approach to work to support trust objectives and departmental plans.
- To contribute towards finding solutions to meet the rapidly changing demands on the ultrasound service.
Person specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
- Health related undergraduate degree
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable criteria
- Current NMC or HCPC registration
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude
Essential criteria
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage workload according to clinical needs
- work effectively within a team
- work flexibly within work rosters that meet a 7 day service
Experience
Essential criteria
- 24 months post graduate experience
- significant experience working in a hospital
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working within a Radiology department
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Gavin Hope or Gemma Norris
- Job title
- Ultrasound Modality Leads
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0191 445 8323
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