SCF in O&G Ultrasound Scanning
Job Description
Job summary
Applications are invited for the above full time Senior Clinical Fellow post with a specialist interest in Obstetric scanning for this 660 bedded acute hospital serving a local population of approximately 400,000. The appointment will be made in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of Service NHS Medical and Dental Staff (England) 2002. This is a fixed term post available immediately. The Clinical Fellow will be based at Luton & Dunstable Hospital and will be part of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology Team.
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is committed to excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education and delivering high quality clinical care.
Main duties of the job
- To engage in working in the Obstetric Ultrasound Department, Early Pregnancy and Fetal medicine department.
- The successful post holder who will join a dedicated team of Sonographers, EPC staff and Fetal medicine team will be expected to independently perform obstetrics and gynaecology scans and report in line with the departmental protocols
- Develop an interest in and demonstrate excellence in one or more clinical sub-specialities of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Expectation to be involved in managing the Obstetrics and Gynaecology clinical workload and will be expected to partake in aspects of the middle grade rota at some stage
- To be competent with the department computer and ultrasound reporting systems.
- To regularly undertake the national practice self-audits, checking images for quality and keep updated with governance processes and technical knowledge
- To prepare and advise patients in advance and during ultrasound procedures.
- To discuss with medical and midwifery staff regarding the outcome of scans, including referring patients on directly to Consultants.
- To communicate highly sensitive and complex information to patients and relatives, including, fetal abnormalities or death.
- Demonstrate organisational skills by managing scan lists and good working relationships with colleagues and good communication with patients.
- To participate in departmental research and audit
About us
Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton.
As part of our continued response to COVID19 the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 ("the 2014 Regulations") was updated and approved by Parliament. This meant that full COVID19 vaccination would become a condition of employment in all NHS roles which have face-to-face contact with patients and service users from 1 April 2022 unless exempt.
The Government subsequently announced that, given the changes to the Omicron variant, they believe it is no longer proportionate to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for NHS staff. The Government's decision is subject to Parliamentary process. This will require further consultation and a Parliamentary vote to be passed into legislation.
As this role is within scope of the current legislation COVID19 vaccination status will remain part of our routine Occupational Health check.
Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and your patients from the virus. If you're still unsure, you can find lots of information on COVID-19 vaccines and the booking process on the NHS Website.
Job responsibilities
The post is subject to full GMC registration at the time of application
The appointments will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.If you have not received correspondence inviting you for interview within 28 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCOG part 1, 2
Desirable
- Certificate / experience in early pregnancy and gynaecology ultrasound
Eligibilty
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at the time of appointment.
- Evidence of completion of competencies or equivalent relevant to general surgery at time of application, and projected completion of ST7/8 competencies or equivalent relevant to general surgery by time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Organisational and time management
- Excellent communication and counselling skills
- Ultrasound skills and ability to use ultrasound systems
- Ability to make and implement management plans and clinical protocols
- Ability to maintain high quality clinical records.
- Personal management skills, including time management and paperwork satisfactorily.
Personal Skills
Essential
- Team working: demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professional in the team.
- Managing others and team involvement: capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to work effectively in multi-professional teams.
- Coping with pressure: capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with the setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances.
Academic/Research
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of clinical research principles, methodology and ethics with a potential to contribute to research
- Clinical Audit experience
- IT Skills
Desirable
- Participation in research projects, evidence of publications, posters and abstracts.
- Governance experience.
Experience
Essential
- Postgraduate training in obstetrics and gynaecology
- Experience in EPC scanning, taking ATSM etc
- Acting independently and managing own workload on a day to day basis
- Experience of working as part of a multi- disciplinary team
Desirable
- Entry into a specialist training or equivalent programme in obstetrics and gynaecology
- Independent reporting at Advanced practice level
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
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
Lewsey Road
Luton
LU4 0DZ
Employer's website
https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)
