Job Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Sonographer to join our Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Imaging team at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. The posts are based at Hammersmith Hospital and St Mary's Hospital, with no requirement to rotate between sites. As a Senior Sonographer (Band 7), you will join the Imaging Department within the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Operating as an independent practitioner, you will perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound scans, formulate comprehensive clinical reports, and communicate critical results directly to clinicians.

Main Duties

• Perform and report on a wide range of general and complex ultrasound examinations autonomously, maintaining a high diagnostic standard and professional accountability.
• Act as a source of expertise for other clinicians, providing advice on future patient management, including further imaging and referrals.
• Maintain exceptional standards of patient welfare and privacy, using tact and diplomacy to communicate distressing or unwelcome news.
• Responsible for the training and mentoring of Radiology registrars, student sonographers, and other staff members at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Take responsibility for the assigned area and deputise for the Modality Lead Sonographer when required, ensuring equipment is maintained and troubleshooting faults.
• Clinically justify ultrasound requests and prioritise workloads based on clinical urgency and unpredictable patient demands.
• Actively assist with departmental audits, research projects, and clinical governance programmes to ensure the service meets Trust and statutory regulations.
• Maintain an up-to-date CPD portfolio and participate in annual IPR and PDP objectives.

About Us

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

Person Specification

Education

• BSc Radiography or Diploma of the College of Radiographers (DCR).
• Health Professions Council Registration if applicable.
• PgDip Medical Ultrasound.
• Evidence of CPD.

Experience

• Experience of training staff and students.
• Experience of working unsupervised.
• Awareness of clinical governance issues in relation to patient care.
• Knowledge of developments within the profession.

Skills

• Ability to cope with work pressures and manage time effectively.
• Ability to make prompt decisions based on knowledge, experience and circumstances.
• Ability to work using own initiative but also to know when to seek assistance and guidance.
• Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis.

Additional Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome. For further information visit UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer Details

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Address: Trust Wide, London, W2 1NY
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Contact

For questions about the job, contact: Ultrasound Modality Lead Cindy Santarin, [contact hidden], [contact hidden]