Band 7 Sonographer - Radiology
At a glance
- Band
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
- Posted
- 01/09/2026
- Closes
- 22/09/2026
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Role summary
Join the Radiology team at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust as an enthusiastic and experienced Band 7 Sonographer. This role involves performing a broad range of ultrasound examinations and contributing to service development. Flexible working patterns are available, including the option for permanent weekend working. The department operates between 8:00am and 8:00pm.
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 skills/knowledge/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 skills/knowledge/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 1d ago · Closes in 21d
Plenty of time to prepare a strong application.
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Job summary
Join our growing Radiology team and help deliver exceptional patient care.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Band 7 Sonographer to join our friendly and supportive department.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic imaging service, performing a broad range of ultrasound examinations while contributing to service development and innovation.
Flexible working patterns are available, with service hours operating between 8:00am and 8:00pm. We also offer the option of permanent weekend working for candidates seeking a dedicated weekend role.
If you are passionate about ultrasound and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
\*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 have relevant skills/knowledge/experience in the range of ultrasound techniques which are required
\*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 proto
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