About this role
Job summary
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Band 7 Midwife/General Obstetric Sonographer to join our expanding Maternity Ultrasound Service. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a modern, well-equipped District General Hospital in the multicultural and rapidly growing city of Peterborough.
The role includes cross-site working at Hinchingbrooke Hospital, with the additional unique opportunity to be part of shaping services ahead of the new multi-million-pound, state-of-the-art hospital planned to begin construction in 2027-2028.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and proactive clinician with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering safe, compassionate maternity care. You will be capable of working both independently and as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team. Your drive and positive approach will play a key role in the continued development of our service.
*Please Note the advert may close sooner than the date advertised due to levels of interest, closing of the advert will happen with no notice*
Main duties of the job
Deliver high-quality obstetric ultrasound services across all stages of pregnancy. Undertake routine, anomaly, and specialist scanning, with development opportunities in multiple pregnancy and complex obstetric scanning in accordance with guidelines set out by the Fetal Anomaly Screening Programme. Work collaboratively with obstetric, fetal medicine, and maternity colleagues to support safe and effective clinical pathways. Provide clinical leadership, support, and mentorship to midwifery and sonography staff. Contribute to service development and quality improvement across both Peterborough and Hinchingbrooke sites. Maintain accurate records and uphold the highest standards of professionalism, safety, and patient care.
About us
We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications Essential
Registered Midwife Postgraduate Diploma/ Certificate in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent
Desirable
Degree Level Education NT accreditation
Knowledge Essential
Must show evidence of CPD in ultrasound and ensure their practice is evidence based Keen to support the Maternity Services Strategy, with particular regard to the quality of the patient journey
Experience Essential
Must have the relevant skills, knowledge and experience in the full range of required US examinations with demonstration of competent reporting skills in 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester TV experience
Desirable
Experience of Fetal Doppler assessment Evidence of attendance on a counselling / breaking bad news course Experience of using GAP pathways Experience of early pregnancy scanning
Key Skills Essential
Independent reporting of scan findings Excellent communication skills: written/oral/non-verbal Able to work as part of a small team in a potentially high pressured and emotive environment
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.
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 North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address Hinchingbrooke Hospital and Peterborough City Hospital
Huntingdon
PE29 6NT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)