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Sonographer (+£7,500 RRP)

Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Location
Salary
£55,524 - £70,887 per annum inc outer HCAS + £7,500 RRP (pro-rata)
Profession
Radiographer
Grade
Band 7
Deadline
10 May 2026
Contract Type
Permanent: Sonographer + £7,500 RRP
Posted Date
20 Apr 2026

Job overview

  • Sonographer + £7,500 RRP
  • Exciting Opportunity for Skilled Sonographers to Join an Outstanding Healthcare Team
  • We welcome sonographers of all skill levels, offering competitive Band 7 – 8a pay scales + Recruitment and Retention Premia (RRP), based on qualifications, skill mix, and years of experience. This role includes a RRP, subject to terms and conditions and annual review
  • When you join us, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that leverages the latest in ultrasound technology and clinical practices. We pride ourselves on our collaborative, inclusive culture and our commitment to patient-centered care.
  • 'Do not email the Ultrasound Lead with applications. Please apply directly through the job link'.
  • Please note: The advert is for band 7-8a. The banding offered will be dependant on skill mix and experience.

Main duties of the job

  • In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a team of highly skilled professionals, collaborating to deliver exceptional patient care
  • We value proactive and flexible individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment, working across our various sites, including Kingston Hospital, Teddington Memorial Hospital, Raynes Park Health Centre, and Surbiton Health Centre
  • Our department offers a wide range of examinations, including abdominal, gynae, MSK, vascular, paediatric, small parts, and obstetrics, allowing you to expand your expertise and grow professionally
  • To be eligible for a Band 8a role, you must be an advanced clinical practitioner with more than three years of post-qualification independent scanning experience, demonstrating a high degree of autonomy and clinical decision-making responsibility. Additionally, you should possess the ability to manage a complex caseload and perform a variety of scans with proficiency
  • Managerial or leadership experience is ideal for this role
  • We currently have an essential need for multi-skilled sonographers who are able to scan a variety of paediatrics, MSK and vascular ultrasounds.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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