Job requirements
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Essential
14 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Highly specialist MSK ultrasound knowledge must be up to date and underpinned by evidenced theoretical and practical experience.
- Knowledge
Experience of work as an MSK sonographer within an NHS radiology setting
- Knowledge
Demonstrate an understanding of current issues in radiography and MSK ultrasound
- Knowledge
Ability to effectively train other members of staff including all medical & clinical staff at undergraduate & postgraduate levels.
- Knowledge
Evidence of enhanced computer skills.
- Knowledge
Demonstrate an understanding and experience of working with performance objectives and organizational targets
- Knowledge
Demonstrate an understanding of working under PGDs and experience in OGD documentation
- Knowledge
Member of relevant professional body
- Qualifications
Hold a first degree in Physiotherapy or Radiography (BSc or DCR)
- Qualifications
Post Graduate qualification at Masters level – achieving the following or equivalent : MSc / PG Cert MSK Ultrasound (CASE accredited
- Qualifications
Postgraduate management qualification or equivalent evidenced experience at senior level.
- Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years as a Band 8a Ultra sonographer or equivalent evidenced experience at this level
- Qualifications
HCPC registered as a Physiotherapist or Radiographer.
- Qualifications
Documented evidence of CPD
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
Evidence of first author publications in peer reviewed publications
- Knowledge
Experience at teaching in university /postgraduate setting
Job overview
MSK consultant Sonographer Band 8b Part time 2 days per week Permanent
Are you an expert Musculoskeletal (MSK) Sonographer looking for your next exciting challenge? Join our friendly, highly skilled team and play a leading role in delivering exceptional patient care while helping to shape the future of our innovative MSK ultrasound service.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practitioner who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about clinical excellence, education, and service development. You'll work alongside Consultant MSK Radiologists, Orthopaedic Consultants, and multidisciplinary teams, providing a comprehensive range of advanced MSK ultrasound examinations and image-guided interventions across both our Royal Surrey Hospital and community sites.
Main duties of the job
As an autonomous advanced practitioner, you'll have the opportunity to influence the direction of our service by developing new pathways, supporting one-stop orthopaedic clinics, and contributing to research, audit, and evidence-based practice. You'll also inspire the next generation of sonographers by leading education, mentoring colleagues, and helping to deliver high-quality MSK ultrasound training programmes.
Our department is equipped with state-of-the-art GE logic 10 systems in spacious, ergonomically designed scanning rooms, providing an excellent environment to deliver outstanding care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Act as an autonomous practitioner whilst maintaining a close working relationship with MSK Consultant Radiologists and key referring Clinicians to develop an innovative and leading edge MSK Ultrasound service To support the effective planning, development, organisation and delivery of MSK and specific, well defined sub-specialty ultrasound training for sonographers and medical staff working collaboratively with the MSK Consultant Radiologists.
The post holder will work flexibly across four Trust sites and participate in a 7-day shift-based service, including weekends and extended hours as required. They will work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to deliver an efficient, responsive service and contribute to service development, clinical governance, education and continuous quality improvement while maintaining the highest standards of professional practice.
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 MSK consultant sonographer with Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust in Guildford, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £68,852 - £79,638 per annum pro rata including High Cost Area Supplement. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 10 Sep 2026.
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