# Band 7 Sonographer > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/band-7-sonographer/6b23c317-43dd-41b9-8e08-e53b3038308b - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/band-7-sonographer/6b23c317-43dd-41b9-8e08-e53b3038308b.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** London - **Region:** London - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Radiographer - **Grade:** Band 7 - **Salary:** £55,524 - £62,652 per annum inclusive of HCAS - **Contract type:** Band 7 Sonographer permanent position - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-07-15T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-01T14:01:17.278Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/London/Herts/Royal_Free_London_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Sonographer/Sonographer-v8124931 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8124931?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.royalfree.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview The Band 7 Sonographer position at the Barnet, Chase Farm Hospital and peripheral sites is a dynamic and multifaceted role within the Imaging Department. This role requires a skilled professional capable of performing a diverse range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations across various specialties including obstetrics, gynaecology, abdominal, paediatrics, and small parts imaging. The position is key to providing accurate diagnostics, thereby directly impacting patient care and treatment outcomes. The role calls for a balance of technical proficiency, patient interaction, and an ongoing commitment to professional development. Please note if high volumes of applications are received the vacancy will close earlier than stated, you are advised to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment ### Main duties of the job The post-holder will be regarded as Reporting Sonographers in the Imaging Department and as such will fulfil the requirements of their role within the ultrasound team, being able to demonstrate highly specialised knowledge and expertise in all aspects of the diagnostic ultrasound service. Perform a wide range of diagnostic ultrasound scans that include obstetrics, gynaecology, general abdominal, paediatrics, and small parts. Produce a high standard of accuracy and quality of diagnostic ultrasound imaging with application of a high level of theoretical, practical and technical knowledge while demonstrating high standards of care for best patient management to clinicians. Independently report on all performed ultrasound examinations without clinical input. The responsibilities will include training and teaching trainee Sonographers and assistant staff in both the delivery of the service and their individual development needs in a motivational manner. Assist in and manage the day to day workflow, ensuring all data inputs are recorded for both patient record integrity and statistical evaluation purposes following departmental protocol. Encourage the highest professional and technical standards in all staff, using personal example and constructive supervision. Demonstrate partnership in professional development issues, maintaining a high level of technical and theoretical skills through personal CPD. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. ## Job Details The Band 7 Sonographer position at the Barnet, Chase Farm Hospital and peripheral sites is a dynamic and multifaceted role within the Imaging Department. This role requires a skilled professional capable of performing a diverse range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations across various specialties including obstetrics, gynaecology, abdominal, paediatrics, and small parts imaging. The position is key to providing accurate diagnostics, thereby directly impacting patient care and treatment outcomes. The role calls for a balance of technical proficiency, patient interaction, and an ongoing commitment to professional development. Please note if high volumes of applications are received the vacancy will close earlier than stated, you are advised to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment ## Job Description The post-holder will be regarded as Reporting Sonographers in the Imaging Department and as such will fulfil the requirements of their role within the ultrasound team, being able to demonstrate highly specialised knowledge and expertise in all aspects of the diagnostic ultrasound service. Perform a wide range of diagnostic ultrasound scans that include obstetrics, gynaecology, general abdominal, paediatrics, and small parts. Produce a high standard of accuracy and quality of diagnostic ultrasound imaging with application of a high level of theoretical, practical and technical knowledge while demonstrating high standards of care for best patient management to clinicians. Independently report on all performed ultrasound examinations without clinical input. The responsibilities will include training and teaching trainee Sonographers and assistant staff in both the delivery of the service and their individual development needs in a motivational manner. Assist in and manage the day to day workflow, ensuring all data inputs are recorded for both patient record integrity and statistical evaluation purposes following departmental protocol. Encourage the highest professional and technical standards in all staff, using personal example and constructive supervision. Demonstrate partnership in professional development issues, maintaining a high level of technical and theoretical skills through personal CPD. ## Responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. ## Person Specification ### Others **Essential** - Supportive to the department & management procedures & policies agreed by senior staff - Understanding of CPD with in Ultrasound with the CPD Portfolio and track record - Commitment to further own knowledge and responsibility. - Understanding of Clinical Audit and Governance within Radiolog ### Experience **Essential** - post-qualification experience in a wide variety of ultrasound techniques - Record keeping and the use of administrative systems in supporting management of the service **Desirable** - Experience in managing own workload, junior staff and change ### Skills and aptitudes **Essential** - A comprehensive knowledge of a range of current ultrasound techniques and future developments applied to a wide range of patients. - Experience of information systems( RIS & PACS) - Ability to organize and delegate work accordingly - Ability to prioritise and organize demands for services in the ultrasound rooms on a day-to-day basis. - Ability to teach **Desirable** - Introduction and the management of change processes. - Evidence of audit and research activities ### Personal Qualities & attributes **Essential** - Ability to work with and have tolerance of a wide range of patients and colleagues. - Clear and appropriate oral and written communication skills with all disciplines within and outside of Radiology. - Proven team player - Presentable appearance - High standard of time keeping - Commitment to patient care **Desirable** - Ability to develop and lead a team ### Education & professional Qualification **Essential** - DCR (R) or BSc Radiography Professional status or Medical/Paramedical 1st Degree - Post graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound at Masters level (PgDip) or DMU - HPC Registration ### Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values **Essential** - Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values ## Documents - [job description (pdf, 274.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10421583) - [person specification (pdf, 200.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10421584) - [functional requirements (pdf, 98.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10421585) - [allied health professional - benefits, about rfl, shared commitments and governing objectives (pdf, 649.2kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2752) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.