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Band 7
Full-time, Part-time

Ultrasonographer

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS TrustTunbridge Wells Hospital, Tonbridge Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4QJ, United Kingdom£49,387 - £64,750Closes 23/09/2026

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Band
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Posted
09/09/2026
Closes
23/09/2026

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Role summary

Join the Ultrasound Department at Tunbridge Wells Hospital as an Obstetric and Gynaecology Sonographer. This role involves a varied caseload including gynaecology, obstetrics, cancer pathways, and early pregnancy scanning, working closely with Consultant Leads. The department performs a comprehensive range of ultrasound examinations and offers excellent opportunities for professional development, including involvement in research, audit, and service improvement. Both experienced and newly qualified sonographers are welcome, with structured support available for career progression. The team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care for women and their families.

Essential criteria

  • BSc Radiology (or equivalent)
  • Current post graduate nuchal certificate
  • Health Professions Council (HPC) Registration
  • Pg Dip in Medical Ultrasound (or equivalent)
  • MSc or post graduate qualification and relevant experience

Desirable criteria

  • Completed Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) Level two training
  • Experience/Knowledge
  • Post graduate experience in obstetric and gynaecology scanning
  • Experience of supervising staff
  • Evidence of investigative and analytical skills to meet the needs of the service in a changing health care environment
  • Knowledge of Windows and Office computer software
  • Experience of Obstetric and Gynaecology reporting packages
  • Knowledge of data analysis and statistics
  • Experience with Clinical Audit
  • Teaching experience with members of other professions
  • Able to present information effectively both written and orally
  • Able to report independently at the time of examination
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • BSc Radiology (or equivalent)
  • Current post graduate nuchal certificate
  • Health Professions Council (HPC) Registration
  • Pg Dip in Medical Ultrasound (or equivalent)
  • MSc or post graduate qualification and relevant experience
  • Completed Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) Level two training
  • Experience/Knowledge
  • Post graduate experience in obstetric and gynaecology scanning
  • Experience of supervising staff
  • Evidence of investigative and analytical skills to meet the needs of the service in a changing health care environment
  • Knowledge of Windows and Office computer software
  • Experience of Obstetric and Gynaecology reporting packages
  • Knowledge of data analysis and statistics
  • Experience with Clinical Audit
  • Teaching experience with members of other professions
  • Able to present information effectively both written and orally
  • Able to report independently at the time of examination
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Useful to know

Band 7 pay context

Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 7 at £46,148 – £52,809 a year, across England.

This advert: £49,387 – £64,750 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.

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Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Ultrasonographer

The closing date is 23 September 2026

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Ultrasound Department at Tunbridge Wells Hospital . Our modern department comprises five dedicated scanning rooms within the main department, alongside additional scan rooms in Triage and the Early Pregnancy Unit.

We are a progressive organisation committed to delivering outstanding patient care and prioritising staff wellbeing. We are seeking two enthusiastic and highly motivated Obstetric and Gynaecology Sonographers who are passionate about women's healthcare and providing high-quality patient-centred care.

As part of a specialised Women's Health Ultrasound service, you will undertake a varied caseload including gynaecology, obstetrics, cancer pathways and early pregnancy scanning. You will work closely with our Consultant Leads and have opportunities to support specialist clinics, including scanning alongside our Fetal Medicine Consultant.

This role offers excellent opportunities to further develop your clinical and organisational skills within a supportive and collaborative team. We actively support Continuing Professional Development, clinical governance activities, audit and service improvement initiatives.

Applications are welcome from both experienced sonographers and newly qualified practitioners, with s

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