Advanced Practitioner Ultrasound / Sonographer
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Coventry, CV2 2DX
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
10 September 2026
10 days left
Job description
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trustis one of the largest teaching Trusts, managing two major hospitals in Coventry and Rugby, ser...
The Imaging department is seeking an enthusiastic sonographer to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will have opportunity to train, mentor and develop other staff to work to high standards. We are a modern department, fast paced, dynamic and vibrant with an interesting and challenging case load especially our in-patient departments. The service covers general ultrasound departments as well as a variety of sub-specialties including MSK, paediatrics, vascular and interventional. The ultrasound service is provided across 3 sites, University Hospital Coventry , Hospital of St Cross and the Coventry City Centre. The service will be expanding into the Community Diagnostic centre and the development is planned currently for 2026.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values
Qualifications
Essential
- Radiographer post graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound (e.g., MSc, DMU, Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate).
- US Sonographer Qualification Qualifications should be CASE accredited by CASE (or considered deemed to be CASE equivalent to CASE standards.)
- Ensure course learning outcomes are submitted: Provide detailed documentation of course content and learning outcomes to the Trust, enabling effective mapping against required clinical and professional competencies. This supports assurance of training quality and alignment with service needs and regulatory standards.
- Current mandatory registration with HCPC or RCT
Desirable
- Evidence of further CPD
- Desire to further develop in specialities
Experience
Essential
- Ultrasound Scanning Experience: Gynecology and abdominal scanning
- Experience of independent reporting
- Managing and prioritising workloads and staffing within ultrasound
Desirable
- DVT/vascular scanning
- Paediatric scanning
- Previous Sonographer post
- Existing participation in QA programme
Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge of US procedures
- Ability to manage a team
- Ability to work autonomously as a sonographer
Desirable
- Understanding of other modalities
- Teaching Skills
- Evidence of on-going professional development
Skills
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of modifications in imaging technique whilst adhering to H&S legislation.
- Excellent interpersonal skills including being able to communicate effectively across all disciplines
- Flexible, responsive and enthusiastic approach in assisting with the delivery of the radiology service
Desirable
- Evaluation of performance, evidence reflective practice and self -develop
- Evidence of leadership training
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below)
- Applicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience
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First seen
27 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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