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General Sonographer


Location
Walsall station
Salary
Negotiable
Profession
Radiographer
Deadline
02 Oct 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
21 Aug 2026
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Job summary

We are looking for a General Sonographer to support our Diagnostic World ultrasound services across Walsall.

Main duties of the job

To provide NOUS diagnostics to patients on behalf of the company whilst adhering to the highest quality standards of ultrasound Practice patient care, in accordance with company standards, procedures and protocols.

About us

Diagnostic World are a leading provider of NHS and Private healthcare with services delivered from Community Diagnostic Centres and Community Health Centres. Within our service offering, we provide Non-Obstetric Ultrasound and Echocardiography services to patients across England on a referred and self-referred basis.

Details

  • Date posted: 21 August 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: Depending on experience On target Earnings £60,000
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
  • Reference number: U0062-26-0015
  • Job locations: Walsall station, Saddlers Centre, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 9JS, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

What you are responsible for:

  • Undertake ultrasound procedures in line with existing modality specific clinical guidelines and protocols (aligned with RCR & SOR Standards).
  • Ability to perform patient scans within a 15-minute appointment slot.
  • Undertake examinations in line with the patient referrals adhering to organisational guidelines.
  • Manage a safe, effective, caring and well led environment responsive to our patients, customer and staff requirements.
  • Support the Clinical Lead and Training Lead when required.
  • Support the Operational Management Team with operational queries and participate in team meetings ensuring effective communication within the service.
  • Support the Clinic HCA as required to ensure the smooth running of the clinic.
  • Assist trainee sonographers and other colleagues in the achievement of their learning outcomes.
  • To participate in individual performance review (appraisal) on an annual basis.
  • To hold, and when required exchange with colleagues, company assets required to carry out service effectively.

Additional/ad-hoc responsibilities:

  • Second opinion on discrepancy cases and involvement in peer-to-peer audit
  • Advice on a complaint/incident
  • Assist with recruitment when required
  • Join Clinical Advisory Board meetings when requested and assist in the review of reporting guidelines

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Person specification

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum 12 months NHS experience

Qualifications

Essential

  • Hold a minimum of a PGD in Ultrasound (or equivalent) and be a member of an appropriate professional body with valid registration.
  • Have significant clinical experience as a qualified sonographer, undertaking a wide range of NOUS procedures at a minimum, General, Gynaecology and small parts.
  • Hold excellent scanning and reporting skills.
  • Hold a full clean UK driving licence and have access to a car.
  • Demonstrate an appreciation of patient care.
  • Be resident in an area which is reasonably commutable to the location of the role.
  • To apply, please send your CV to hr@diagnosticworld.co.uk

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