Job requirements
Essential
6 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Qualifications
Qualification in Medical Ultrasound. BSc Hons degree or equivalent experience
- Qualifications
HCPC or equivalent professional registration.
- Communication Skills
Please give a short example (less than 200 words) describing your ability to communicate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, including Consultants ,Sonographers, Midwives, GP’s , Nurses and other Health care workers when discussing patient management
- Communication Skills
Describe your understanding of ethical and moral issues surrounding the delivery of highly sensitive and at times distressing information to the patients.
- Flexibility and Professionalism
Ability to work across Trust sites and participate in 7‑day service delivery.
- Flexibility and Professionalism
Commitment to ongoing CPD and maintaining professional registration.
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Qualifications
Management experience in an NHS Hospital setting
- Qualifications
Participation in research and development activity
- Communication Skills
Mentor and Assessor certification from a recognized University
- Communication Skills
Experience developing patient information materials (leaflets, guidancedocuments or digital resources) to support clear, accessible communication or patients undergoing ultrasound examinations
- Flexibility and Professionalism
Experience presenting at national or international conferences
- Flexibility and Professionalism
Experience supporting governance, vetting, 3D ultrasound, PACS/Soliton super‑user responsibilities or screening pathways
Job overview
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Consultant Sonographer (Band 8B) to lead and advance our Ultrasound service. You will provide expert clinical practice across a wide range of ultrasound modalities, including general abdominal, gynaecology, obstetrics, vascular (e.g., carotid and DVT), and at least one specialist area such as paediatrics, neonatal, MSK, head & neck or interventional ultrasound . This senior role combines advanced autonomous clinical practice with strategic leadership responsibilities. You will shape service development, lead clinical governance and audit activity, support research delivery, and provide high‑level training and mentorship to sonographers, medical colleagues and external learners. Working across Trust sites, you will collaborate closely with Radiology Consultants and multidisciplinary teams to ensure harmonized, safe and effective ultrasound services. We are looking for a dynamic leader committed to excellence in patient care ,innovation, and continuous improvement. Sonographers not yet trained in all modalities will be supported with further development where possible .
Main duties of the job
Deliver highly specialised diagnostic and interventional ultrasound examinations, independently performing and reporting a wide range of scans in line with national and local guidelines. Provide expert clinical leadership, ensuring safe and effective practice, supporting quality assurance programs and contributing to equipment evaluation and procurement. Lead and develop the Ultrasound service, supporting strategic planning, demand and capacity review and harmonization across Trust sites. Manage and support the sonography workforce, including recruitment, performance management, appraisal and competency assessment. Lead ultrasound research and audit activity, supporting clinical trials and presenting findings at professional forums. Develop and implement clinical protocols, guidelines and care pathways aligned with national recommendations. Deliver specialist teaching and mentorship to internal and external learners. Communicate complex and sensitive information clearly and empathetically to patients, relatives and multidisciplinary teams. Ensure accurate information governance and effective use of IT systems including PACS/RIS/PAS. Work flexibly across Trust sites, supporting 7‑day working, fast‑track pathways and one-stop clinic models.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification document attached for full details of the role.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Consultant Clinical Sonographer with The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust in Wolverhampton, England; Cannock, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £66,582 - £77,368 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Nov 2026.
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