About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated radiographer/midwife with a genuine interest in maternity ultrasound to join our friendly team at the Oxford University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will be expected to attend University of West England, to attain a PgCert in Medical Ultrasound.
This position is for Obstetric Ultrasound and the post holder will be based at the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford.
We are looking for an adaptable and flexible person who is prepared to work hard to obtain this qualification, and join our progressive team.
Please note that this is a training position. Upon successful completion of the training programme, the candidate will be expected to apply for an Obstetric Sonographer role when a suitable vacancy becomes available.
Main duties of the job
Clinical
To work under direct supervision to perform obstetric and gynaecology ultrasound examination according to OUHFT policy and guidelines. To effectively communicate the results of the examination to the patient. To keep up with your professional development and statutory requirements. To participate in advanced evidence practice. To participate in the chromosomal screening programme. To record and save the exam results as per FASP and Trust guidance. Educational
Attend all allotted university study days. Complete assignments set by the university. Collaborate with your mentors to improve your practical scanning. Recognise the independent study commitments required to complete the course successfully.
About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.
The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel
Job description Job responsibilities
OVERALL OBJECTIVES:
To undertake a 14 Month training programme to achieve a post graduate certificate in ultrasound. This will be achieved by completing theoretical and practical examinations.
On successful completion of training the post holder will be expected to work as an independent autonomous sonographer by performing ultrasound scans to a high standard, formulate a report and communicate the results to patients.
On successful completion of the course you will be required to fulfil all aspect of the Advance Practitioner role.
Key working relationships:
Line manager. All ultrasound department staff . Patients, families and carers. Midwives and Fetal Medicine Department. Other stakeholders: GPs. Obstetricians and Radiologists.
Educational
Attend all allotted university study days. Complete assignments set by the university. Collaborate with your mentors to improve your practical scanning. Recognise the independent study commitments required to complete the course successfully.
Operational
To work as part of a team to provide a high-quality ultrasound service within the Maternity service. To ensure the smooth running of the ultrasound service by effective communication with clerical and other staff. Share responsibility for the appropriate and cost-effective use of resources within the ultrasound service. To participate in audit and monitoring of standards. To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade as requested.
Risk Management
The management of risk is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved with a progressive, honest and open environment. Staff will be provided with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility.
Responsibility for Health and Safety
To use all equipment in an appropriate manner, reporting any unusual incident or equipment To organise room equipment and working environment to minimise personal risk of work-related upper limbs disorder (WRULD) and be aware of the regulation guiding the use of DSEs. The post holder is responsible for ensuring all duties and responsibilities of this post are carried out in compliance with the Health and Safety Work Act 1974, Statutory Regulations and Trust Policies and Procedures.
Scope and Purpose of Job Description
A job description should be regarded only as a guideline to the duties required and is not definitive or restrictive in any way and may be reviewed of the light of changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder.
Person Specification
Qualifications: Essential
BSc(Hons) Midwifery or BSc Diagnostic Radiography or BSc medical ultrasound Work experience within the NHS or equivalent
Desirable
Work experience within Maternity Services ( not essential)
Experience: Essential
Two years postgraduate experience: essential for Midwifery and Diagnostic Radiology High patient care standards Evidence of professional development
Desirable
Work experience within an ultrasound department ( not essential)
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of ultrasound course Excellent communication
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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 Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way, Headington
Oxford
OX3 9DU
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)