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We currently looking for someone to take up a full-time position including weekends. There is also the opportunity for you to undertake overtime should you wish to do so on weekends through the Trust’s Staff Bank Agency. Special rates have been negotiated for sonographers.
The department consists of 5 scan rooms which use modern GE ultrasound machines. The obstetric services include first, second and third trimester scans, fetal medicine, day assessment and routine screening. This all takes place all within the same unit ensuring dynamic cohesive partnership working alongside highly experienced colleagues. The position offers a rotation in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Further rotation can be considered into Abdominal & Small Parts ultrasound scanning to retain and develop skills.
£5,000 short term RRP (pro-rata) which is reviewed annually.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team in maternity and Emergency Gynaecology unit (EGU), liaising with those involved to ensure the appropriate imaging, reporting and management of patients is provided as necessary. They will maintain a high professional and technical standard of ultrasound imaging. The Sonographer will undertake clinical work within established quality standards of practice, adhering to Ultrasound Guidelines such as those published by BMUS, RCOG, RCR and NICE. The post-holder will work as a practitioner in the delivery of all ultrasound imaging, reporting and management of the patient within the department protocols. The post- holder will liaise with key Lead Midwives, Nurses, Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in the directorate of Women and Children’s. In the absence of a Site Lead Sonographer, the post-holder will oversee the day-to-day workload to ensure staff and resources are allocated to the area and managed effectively. They will promote patient advocacy and communicate effectively with other health care professionals together with outside agencies regarding patient care and progress.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
Other
Essential
- • Sufficient ability to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations.
- • Be of smart personal appearance.
- • Lead by example, promoting the highest standards of personal and professional conduct and integrity.
- • Commitment to the continuous development of self and other staff.
- • Commitment to developing culture of openness and partnership.
Skills
Essential
- • High level inter-personal and communications skills.
- • Able to work collaboratively with other disciplines
- • Ability to deal with conflict and stressful situations.
- • Ability to deal with patients in an empathic and considerate fashion.
- • Experience of communicating unexpected findings to parents/patients
- • Ability to work under pressure.
- • Computer literate.
- • High level of work organisation, self-motivation, drive for performance and improvement plus flexibility in approach and attitude.
- • Able to prioritise, organise and delegate.
- • Decisive, use of sound judgement in decision making and delivering work in a timely and confident manner.
Desirable
- • Presentation skills
Qualifications
Essential
- • Post Graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound (PgCert/Dip) that includes a relevant obstetrics module and has been accredited by CASE (or equivalent)
- • Current and up to date state registration through a regulatory body (such as the HCPC; NMC or GMC) or through the RCT (when statutory registration cannot be achieved)
Desirable
- • To hold a BSc Hons degree or DCR in Diagnostic Radiography.
- • MSc in Medical Ultrasound.
- • DQASS Nuchal Translucency certification.
Knowledge/ Experience
Essential
- • An up to date knowledge of current and emerging ultrasound techniques and relevant topics / professional issues.
- • Able to demonstrate the ability to carry out and report on a full range of examinations in Obstetrics, Early Pregnancy and Gynaecology ultrasound.
- • Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Experience of post graduate teaching.
- Attendance of a clinical supervisor course.
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This advert is for Sonographer with Barts Health NHS Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £53,751 - £60,651 per annum inc (£5000 RRP per annum pro rata). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 27 Jul 2026.
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