Band 7 Sonographer
At a glance
- Band
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time, Flexible working
- Posted
- 03/09/2026
- Closes
- 17/09/2026
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Role summary
This role involves performing high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations at Heartlands Hospital, critical for patient assessment and diagnosis across various clinical specialties. The Sonographer will utilize advanced sonographic machines to acquire and interpret detailed images, ensuring precision and diagnostic accuracy. Responsibilities include patient preparation, clear procedural explanations, and adherence to hospital protocols. The post holder will work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, contributing to patient care plans through timely and accurate diagnostic reports. This position requires expert knowledge of anatomy, pathology, and sonographic principles, along with a commitment to continuous professional development.
Essential criteria
- \*Educated to degree level or equivalent, have a post graduate accredited qualification in medical ultrasound.
- \*Must be state registered (HCPC or NMC) when eligible or Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT)
- \*Must have relevant NHS work experience in the range of ultrasound techniques which are required.
- \*To possess a full understanding of ethical and moral issues to enable delivery of bad news to patients in an appropriate/empathetic manner.
- \*Highly specialist knowledge of ultrasound procedures.
- \*An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce.
Desirable criteria
- \*IT experience to use the necessary computerised reporting system and image recording system.
- \*Must be prepared to assist with the development of the service and protocols.
- \*Possess knowledge and understanding of the audit process.
- Additional Criteria
- \*Must be able to work independently and be competent to write a concise and accurate report.
- \*Must be prepared to provide practical and theoretical training in medical ultrasound and take responsibility for countersigning reports for Clinicians, Midwives and Radiographers in training.
- \*Must be prepared to continue with professional development to ensure a high standard of ultrasound examinations.
- \*Must be able to work effectively in a potentially high pressured, emotive environment.
- \*Must be committed to providing a high-quality US service.
- \*An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce.
- \*Demonstration of innovation in the healthcare profession.
- \*Courteous conduct in difficult/contentious situations.
- \*Positive application of professional code of conduct
- \*Educated to degree level or equivalent, have a post graduate accredited qualification in medical ultrasound.
- \*Must be state registered (HCPC or NMC) when eligible or Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT)
- \*Must have relevant NHS work experience in the range of ultrasound techniques which are required.
- \*To possess a full understanding of ethical and moral issues to enable delivery of bad news to patients in an appropriate/empathetic manner.
- \*Highly specialist knowledge of ultrasound procedures.
- \*An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce.
- \*IT experience to use the necessary computerised reporting system and image recording system.
- \*Must be prepared to assist with the development of the service and protocols.
- \*Possess knowledge and understanding of the audit process.
- Additional Criteria
- \*Must be able to work independently and be competent to write a concise and accurate report.
- \*Must be prepared to provide practical and theoretical training in medical ultrasound and take responsibility for countersigning reports for Clinicians, Midwives and Radiographers in training.
- \*Must be prepared to continue with professional development to ensure a high standard of ultrasound examinations.
- \*Must be able to work effectively in a potentially high pressured, emotive environment.
- \*Must be committed to providing a high-quality US service.
- \*An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce.
- \*Demonstration of innovation in the healthcare profession.
- \*Courteous conduct in difficult/contentious situations.
- \*Positive application of professional code of conduct
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 7 at £46,148 – £52,809 a year, across England.
This advert: £49,387 – £56,515 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 2d ago · Closes in 13d
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Job summary
Sonographer - Birmingham Heartlands Hospital, UHB NHS TRUST
As a Sonographer at Heartlands Hospital Birmingham, you will perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations critical to the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients across diverse clinical specialties.
Utilizing the latest sonographic machines, you will acquire and interpret detailed images of a variety of ultrasound exams according to your skill set, ensuring precision and diagnostic accuracy.
You will prepare and position patients, provide clear procedural explanations, and maintain strict adherence to hospital protocols and infection control standards. Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to patient care plans by providing timely, accurate diagnostic ultrasound reports. Your role demands expert knowledge of anatomy, pathology, and sonographic principles, alongside professional certification and commitment to continuous professional development.
This position is pivotal in supporting clinical decision-making and enhancing patient outcomes in a fast-paced, tertiary care setting.
You will be part of a department known for using the latest technology, supporting staff development, and providing caring patient services in a positive and innovative environment.
Main duties of the job
The post holder must have relevant NHS experience in ultras
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