Advanced Practitioner Sonographer

Job summary

Main duties of the job

To ensure professional and technical standards are maintained at all times using a high level of specialist knowledge in line with local, regional and national guidelines where appropriate. Under the supervision of a qualified sonographer, perform a range of ultrasound examinations and prepare a report on the clinical findings of the scan in accordance with departmental protocols. To interpret obstetric ultrasound images in order to establish a diagnosis, influencing patient management and treatment including accurate dating based on foetal ultrasound measurements. To contribute to the provision of a screening service to detect foetal anomalies, monitor growth in the at risk foetus and to liaise directly with the obstetric clinician or midwife where appropriate. To ensure imaging procedures are carried out in accordance with mandatory departmental systems of work and protocols. To adapt technique to the condition of the patient and level of co-operation. To actively maintain and develop high standards of patient care, maintaining patient dignity during examinations of an intimate nature. To audit and evaluate own practice with peers, work within and contribute to the multi-disciplinary team. To play an active role in the implementation and development of quality assurance programmes including departmental audit and clinical governance activities, collecting data when required.

Job responsibilities

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, car lease and home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.