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Head and Neck Sonographer

The closing date is 30 December 2025

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Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Head and Neck Sonographer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing high-quality ultrasound examinations of the head and neck region, including thyroid, salivary glands, lymph nodes, and other soft tissue structures. You will play a key role in supporting early diagnosis and patient management in community settings.

Main duties of the job

  • Perform diagnostic ultrasound scans of the head and neck region in accordance with HealthHarmonie protocols and national guidelines.
  • Produce accurate, high-quality reports to support clinical decision-making.
  • Work collaboratively with referring clinicians and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Maintain accurate patient records and ensure data protection compliance.
  • Participate in clinical audit, peer review, and quality assurance activities.
  • Support training and mentoring of junior sonographers or trainees if required.
  • Uphold professional standards and contribute to continuous service improvement.

About us

HealthHarmonie is a leading provider of community-based healthcare services, committed to delivering high-quality patient care through innovative and accessible solutions. We work in partnership with NHS Trusts and ICBs to provide diagnostic and outpatient services closer to home.

Details

Date posted

27 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£60 an hour

Contract

Locum

Duration

4 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

U0024-25-0051

Job locations

Aspen Medical Practice

Horton Road

Gloucester

GL1 3PX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform diagnostic ultrasound scans of the head and neck region in accordance with HealthHarmonie protocols and national guidelines.
  • Produce accurate, high-quality reports to support clinical decision-making.
  • Work collaboratively with referring clinicians and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Maintain accurate patient records and ensure data protection compliance.
  • Participate in clinical audit, peer review, and quality assurance activities.
  • Support training and mentoring of junior sonographers or trainees if required.
  • Uphold professional standards and contribute to continuous service improvement.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform diagnostic ultrasound scans of the head and neck region in accordance with HealthHarmonie protocols and national guidelines.
  • Produce accurate, high-quality reports to support clinical decision-making.
  • Work collaboratively with referring clinicians and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Maintain accurate patient records and ensure data protection compliance.
  • Participate in clinical audit, peer review, and quality assurance activities.
  • Support training and mentoring of junior sonographers or trainees if required.
  • Uphold professional standards and contribute to continuous service improvement.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Qualified Sonographer with MSc, DMU, Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate in Medical Ultrasound from a CASE-accredited institution.
  • HCPC or RCT registration.
  • Minimum of five years post-qualification experience, with demonstrable expertise in head and neck ultrasound.
  • Own professional indemnity insurance.
  • Up-to-date CPD portfolio.
  • Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., BMUS, SoR).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.

Desirable

  • Experience working in community or outpatient settings.
  • Familiarity with NHS referral pathways and reporting systems.
  • Teaching or mentoring experience.
  • Additional competencies in other ultrasound areas (e.g., MSK, vascular) are advantageous.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Qualified Sonographer with MSc, DMU, Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate in Medical Ultrasound from a CASE-accredited institution.
  • HCPC or RCT registration.
  • Minimum of five years post-qualification experience, with demonstrable expertise in head and neck ultrasound.
  • Own professional indemnity insurance.
  • Up-to-date CPD portfolio.
  • Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., BMUS, SoR).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.

Desirable

  • Experience working in community or outpatient settings.
  • Familiarity with NHS referral pathways and reporting systems.
  • Teaching or mentoring experience.
  • Additional competencies in other ultrasound areas (e.g., MSK, vascular) are advantageous.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

HealthHarmonie

Address

Aspen Medical Practice

Horton Road

Gloucester

GL1 3PX


Employer's website

https://www.healthharmonie.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HealthHarmonie

Address

Aspen Medical Practice

Horton Road

Gloucester

GL1 3PX


Employer's website

https://www.healthharmonie.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Consultant

Tuba Munawar

Tuba.munawar@healthharmonie.co.uk

01213082333

Details

Date posted

27 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£60 an hour

Contract

Locum

Duration

4 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

U0024-25-0051

Job locations

Aspen Medical Practice

Horton Road

Gloucester

GL1 3PX


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