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Job summary

Main area
Imaging, Radiology/Womens Ultrasound services
Grade
Band 7
Contract
Permanent: Recruitment and retention premium 5k per annum
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
37.5 hours per week
Job ref
259-7226177NUH
Employer
Barts Health NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Newham University Hospital
Town
London
Salary
£51,883 - £58,544 per annum inc (Pay award pending)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
24/06/2025 23:59

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Sonographer

Band 7

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

Barts Health supports the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.

Job overview

The Band 7 Sonographer position at Newham University Hospital is a diverse and dynamic role within one of London’s largest ultrasound departments. The post holder should demonstrate an ability to perform a range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations including obstetrics, gynaecology, musculoskeletal, abdominal, paediatrics, head and neck and vascular imaging. The position has a vital role in providing high level patient care and diagnostics, across a 7 day service with 12-hour operating days, which will directly impact patient treatment.

Our Sonographers 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 within departmental protocols as a practitioner in the delivery of all ultrasound imaging, reporting and management of the patient.

The postholder will also be responsible for contributing to ongoing research, teaching and audits. Collaborative working across multi-disciplinary teams and across the wider Imaging department will be fundamental. Professional development and development of additional technical diagnostic skills is highly promoted through our internal Barts Health Trust-wide education and preceptorship programme. Postholders will be encouraged to utilise their regular CPD sessions to promote further learning and development.   

Main duties of the job

  • Communication:
    Effectively communicate with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Provide results, deliver sensitive information, and manage initial complaints professionally.

  • Clinical Practice:
    Independently perform a wide range of ultrasound examinations (e.g. obstetrics, gynaecology, abdominal), assess referrals, and ensure high standards of patient care and safety.

  • Organisational Responsibilities:
    Prioritise and manage daily workload, support service delivery across multiple sites, and ensure smooth operational flow, including lone working where necessary.

  • Training & Supervision:
    Supervise and train students, and healthcare professionals. Contribute to education and development through structured assessments and mentorship.

  • Professional Development:
    Maintain CPD, participate in appraisal and development plans, and attend mandatory and specialist training to uphold clinical standards.

  • Governance & Quality:
    Ensure accurate documentation, equipment care, adherence to infection control and health & safety guidelines. Participate in audits and service improvements.

  • Policy & Compliance:
    Follow Trust policies on equality, confidentiality, data protection, and work flexibly across the Trust to meet service needs.

Working for our organisation

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.  

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.  

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.  

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

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

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Post Graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound
  • Current and up to date state registration through a regulatory body (HCPC; NMC or GMC) or RCT
Desirable criteria
  • DQASS Nuchal Translucency certification

Knowledge / Experience

Essential criteria
  • An up to date knowledge of current and emerging ultrasound techniques and relevant topics / professional issues
Desirable criteria
  • Training in vascular ultrasound

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Green@Barts HealthNHS Pastoral Care Quality AwardApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyLondon Living Wage is a voluntary commitment made by employers, who can become accredited with the Living Wage FoundationPositive about disabled peopleAge positiveInvestors in People: GoldImproving working livesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Pregnancy Loss PledgeDisability confident employerStonewall equality policy. Equality and justice for lesbians, gay men, bisexual and trans people.Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

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.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Leena Choudhury
Job title
Modality Lead Sonographer
Email address
[email protected]
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