Advanced Practitioner Obstetric Sonographer

Transformation Unit; Stafford; Remote; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

UHNM NHS Trust in Staffordshire is recruiting an Advanced Practitioner Obstetric Sonographer (Band 7) for 22.5 hours per week in a six-day service across Royal Stoke and Stafford County Hospitals.

The post requires CASE-accredited PgCert/PGDip in Obstetric/Gynaecological Ultrasound and HCPC/NMC registration; evidence of CPD and NHS experience is desirable. You will be part of a dynamic team delivering high-quality prenatal imaging.

Qualifications

• CASE-accredited postgrad ultrasound qualification required.
• HCPC or NMC registration required.
• Evidence of CPD and NHS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Autonomously scan and report obstetric ultrasound exams.
• Work across Royal Stoke and Stafford sites.
• Provide high-quality patient-centred care within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Driving license

Own car

Education

CASE-accredited PgCert/PGDip

HCPC/NMC registration

GCSEs English & Maths

Job description

Main area Imaging - Obstetric Ultrasound Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 22.5 hours per week (7.5 hour days out of a 7 day service) Job ref 205-8262680

Employer University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Stoke University Hospital/ Stafford County Hospital Town Stoke-on-Trent Salary £49,387 - £56,515 Per Annum, Pro Rata Salary period Yearly Closing 03/11/2026 23:59

Advanced Practitioner Obstetric Sonographer

Band 7

Job overview

We are seeking to recruit highly motivated, dynamic, innovative and professional individuals to join our established team of Obstetric/ Gynaecological and Midwife sonographers. The successful candidates will have a flexible approach to service delivery and a commitment to supporting the ongoing development and improvement of our obstetric ultrasound service.

Applicants must hold a CASE-accredited Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) or Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) in Obstetric and/or Gynaecological Ultrasound qualification, together with the appropriate professional registration (e.g. HCPC or NMC).

The successful candidates will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be enthusiastic, patient-focused professionals who are committed to providing a safe, efficient and high-quality service. They will be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating professionalism, adaptability and a positive approach to service delivery.

Main duties of the job

The Ultrasound Department provides comprehensive Obstetric and Gynaecology ultrasound services across UHNM. Operational management and support are co-ordinated from the Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital sites; however, clinical services are delivered across both hospitals and a number of community-based locations.

UHNM Maternity Services supports approximately 6,500 births each year. The ultrasound service plays a key role in delivering routine antenatal screening in accordance with national screening programme standards and guidelines. In addition, our sonographers support a wide range of specialist services, including the Early Pregnancy Unit, Maternity Assessment Unit, and dedicated antenatal and gynaecology clinics, ensuring women receive timely access to high-quality diagnostic imaging throughout their care pathway.

We are a modern, forward-thinking department equipped with a diverse range of ultrasound technology to support both routine and complex examinations. The service offers a varied and challenging caseload, providing excellent opportunities for professional development and the enhancement of clinical skills.

As a fast-paced, dynamic and supportive team, we are committed to delivering high-quality patient-centred care while fostering a positive working environment. The department currently operates a six-day service, with staff participating in a rotational weekend and bank holiday service to ensure continuity of care for our patients.

Working for our organisation

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.

At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

An autonomous practitioner who can independently scan and report a range of diagnostic obstetric ultrasound scans in line with National , Trust and department protocols

Please see the job description and person specification for full details of the role.

Person specification

Experience

• Independently scan and report in relevant field
• Evidence of continuous CPD
• NHS experience

Skills

• Driving license
• Has own car to drive to community locations

Education

• Case accredited post graduate ultrasound qualification
• HCPC / NMC registration
• 5 GCSE's - English and Maths

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from everyone regardless of ethnicity, disability, gender, age, faith or sexual orientation. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

Flexible working will be considered in line with Trust policies

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