Job overview
The post holder will work at an enhanced level of practice utilising highly developed post graduate ultrasound experience, knowledge and skills in sonographic imaging and diagnostic reporting.
The post holder will assist in the day-to-day operational management of the sonography team, department, providing effective leadership.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be part of the ultrasound team in providing an effective and efficient ultrasound service.
The post holder will be required to carry out a wide range of complex clinical duties, acting on their own initiative, and using a wide range of professional, analytical and reasoning skills.
The post holder is an autonomous practitioner carrying out a wide range of complex general scans. They report these examinations without routine input from any other professional discipline. They are required to make decisions regarding follow-up scans to monitor conditions and also referral to the appropriate clinicians when necessary. These actions will be based on the findings of the ultrasound examinations.
The Sonographer is required to communicate highly sensitive information to patients and clinicians.
The post holder will be required to travel across sites to cover lists and managerial support.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.
Applicant requirements
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.
Person specification
Governance
Essential
- Flexibility in working patterns to meet the needs of the service
- Commitment to equity and diversity
- Self-motivated, positive, adaptable and flexible approach
- Upholds and role models the Trust values
Desirable
- Experience of implementing and evaluating improvements in care
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Post graduate UK accredited qualification in General Medical Ultrasound from UK university or comparable qualification
- Minimum of 2 years, up to date and recent general medical ultrasound experience
- Relevant first level qualification
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- MSc in Medical Ultrasound
- State registration
Knowledge, skills and experience
Essential
- Evidence of wide range of general medical scanning. Ability to demonstrate existing ultrasound skills e.g abdominal/gynae/small parts/neck MSK etc
- Evidence of active and continued professional development
- Excellent sonographic skills
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate existing ultrasound knowledge
- Previous senior experience
Personal/ professional attributes
Essential
- Good inter-personal skills
- The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English
- Decision making skills Leadership, management and supervisory skills
- Effective communication skills
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This advert is for Sonographer with East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust in Kent and Canterbury Hospital. It is listed as a Band 7 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 24 Aug 2026.
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