Ultrasound Practitioner (Sonographer)
At a glance
- Band
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 02/09/2026
- Closes
- 20/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
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Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a radiographer to join the Ultrasound team as an Ultrasound Practitioner (Sonographer). The role involves daily clinical duties, delivering ultrasound services across the trust, and ensuring compliance with national standards. The post holder will manage their own workload, undertake examinations, provide high-quality reports, and support the department's overall function. They will also work closely with the Principal Sonographer to uphold the Trust's values and improve service quality.
Essential criteria
- Post graduate diploma in Medical Ultrasound
- Professional registration
- HCPC registration
- CASE accredited Ultrasound qualifications
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of relevant post graduate study
- Previous Ultrasound qualification
- Experience of NHS Ultrasound models of care
- Participation in Trust/clinical meetings
- Experience in Audit
- Knowledge of IT systems required to be used in the areas of work
- Post graduate diploma in Medical Ultrasound
- Professional registration
- HCPC registration
- CASE accredited Ultrasound qualifications
- Evidence of relevant post graduate study
- Previous Ultrasound qualification
- Experience of NHS Ultrasound models of care
- Participation in Trust/clinical meetings
- Experience in Audit
- Knowledge of IT systems required to be used in the areas of work
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 3d ago · Closes in 16d
Plenty of time to prepare a strong application.
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Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and self-motivated radiographer to join our Ultrasound team.
The post holder will be responsible for the daily supervision of an integrated, responsive and effective imaging service; coordinate resources to ensure continuity of service; be an integral member of the ultrasound team and ensure compliance with national standards. Being primarily responsible for delivering an ultrasound service where required across the trust, in keeping with agenda for change terms and conditions.
This is a sonographer role that includes clinical duties on a daily basis; contributing towards the day-to-day operation of a high quality, flexible and efficient ultrasound department and the clinical caseload.
The post holder will provide support to the other radiology and trust staff on a daily basis, ensuring best clinical practice and full utilisation of the resources available. They will be on hand to discuss scan findings and any relevant adjustments to patient pathways to enhance patient experience and ensure we give the best service possible to all our patients.
They will work closely with the Principal Sonographer to ensure the department objectives are being translated into daily practice. They must ensure the activity of the department reflects the values of the Trust with the aim of improving the quality of the service deli
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