East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Sonographer

The closing date is 22 December 2025

Job summary

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 deputise for the Principal Sonographer when required and will assist in the day to day operational management of the sonography team, department, providing effective management and 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.

About us

Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people' - if you are great at what you do and want to work in an environment where you can give your best, come and be part of us!

In return, we promise to give you all the opportunities and development we can, so you can enjoy a great career with us.

We have high ambitions for our Trust, the patients it serves and the people who work here. We prize involving all our staff in what we do, and together been on a fantastic improvement journey which has led to widespread improvements to our services and praise from the CQC for our caring staff. We are proud of what we have achieved to date and are excited about what's to come.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Details

Date posted

15 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

344-4078DCB

Job locations

QEQM Hospital

Margate

CT9 4AN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum 2 years post graduate qualification

Desirable

  • Previous senior experience.

Skills

Essential

  • Leadership, management and supervisory skills.
  • Effective communication skills.

Desirable

  • Ability to demonstrate existing ultrasound skills

Knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of active and continued professional development.

Desirable

  • Able to demonstrate existing ultrasound knowledge

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant first level qualification (Imaging/Nursing)

Desirable

  • MSc in Medical Ultrasound.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum 2 years post graduate qualification

Desirable

  • Previous senior experience.

Skills

Essential

  • Leadership, management and supervisory skills.
  • Effective communication skills.

Desirable

  • Ability to demonstrate existing ultrasound skills

Knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of active and continued professional development.

Desirable

  • Able to demonstrate existing ultrasound knowledge

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant first level qualification (Imaging/Nursing)

Desirable

  • MSc in Medical Ultrasound.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

QEQM Hospital

Margate

CT9 4AN


Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

QEQM Hospital

Margate

CT9 4AN


Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Principal General Sonographer

Rebecca. Bristow

rebecca.bristow@nhs.net

01233633331

Details

Date posted

15 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

344-4078DCB

Job locations

QEQM Hospital

Margate

CT9 4AN


Supporting documents

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