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Senior Sonographer

The closing date is 30 April 2026

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Job summary

About the role:

Were looking for a general Senior Sonographer to support our Diagnostic World ultrasound services across Kent.

You will make healthcare better for our patients by undertaking ultrasound procedures efficiently and effectively for both the public and private sectors; adhering to best practice of ultrasound technique in line with company policy and guidelines.

Main duties of the job

What you will do:

  • Undertake ultrasound procedures in line with existing modality specific clinical guidelines and protocols (aligned with RCR & SOR Standards).
  • Undertake examinations in line with the patient referrals adhering to organisational guidelines.
  • Manage a safe, effective, caring and well led environment responsive to our patients, customer and staff requirements.
  • Support the Clinical Lead and Training Lead when required.
  • Support the Operational Management Team with operational queries and participate in team meetings ensuring effective communication within the service.
  • Support the Clinic HCA as required to ensure the smooth running of the clinic.
  • Assist trainee sonographers and other colleagues in the achievement of their learning outcomes.

About us

Diagnostic World are a leading provider of NHS and Private healthcare with services delivered from Community Diagnostic Centres, Community Health Centres and within our fleet of mobile and relocatable units. Within our service offering, we provide General and Musculoskeletal Ultrasound to patients across the Midlands & South-East on a referred and self-referred basis.

Details

Date posted

27 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£60,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

U0062-26-0006

Job locations

South Eastern

Railway Street

Gillingham

Kent

ME7 1XE


Job description

Job responsibilities

What you will do:

  • To provide general abdominal, pelvic, small parts and vascular/MSK/Early Pregnancy ultrasound scanning services in conjunction with other Sonographers and health care professionals.
  • To independently perform ultrasound scanning duties to the required standards of Diagnostic World and client partners and to produce a clinical report for each ultrasound scan undertaken.
  • To undertake any administrative duties necessary for speedy progression of patients and patient results e.g. Patient Escalations.
  • To actively participate in matters concerning clinical governance, clinical audit and assessment
  • To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
  • To undertake any equipment tests as part of Diagnostic Health quality assurance program and to report any equipment faults to the service manager
  • To adhere to company policy and procedures in terms of health and safety, data protection and confidentiality and SOPs
  • To give full co-operation in any investigations of a complaint or untoward incident and comply with company procedure to that effect.
  • To ensure that professional and technical knowledge/expertise is kept up to date and to maintain a portfolio to show evidence of personal professional development.
  • To participate in individual performance review (appraisal) on an annual basis.
  • To hold, and when required exchange with colleagues, company assets required to carry out service effectively.
  • Advice on a complaint/incident
  • Assist with recruitment when required
  • Join Clinical Advisory Board meetings when requested and assist in the review of reporting guidelines

Job description

Job responsibilities

What you will do:

  • To provide general abdominal, pelvic, small parts and vascular/MSK/Early Pregnancy ultrasound scanning services in conjunction with other Sonographers and health care professionals.
  • To independently perform ultrasound scanning duties to the required standards of Diagnostic World and client partners and to produce a clinical report for each ultrasound scan undertaken.
  • To undertake any administrative duties necessary for speedy progression of patients and patient results e.g. Patient Escalations.
  • To actively participate in matters concerning clinical governance, clinical audit and assessment
  • To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
  • To undertake any equipment tests as part of Diagnostic Health quality assurance program and to report any equipment faults to the service manager
  • To adhere to company policy and procedures in terms of health and safety, data protection and confidentiality and SOPs
  • To give full co-operation in any investigations of a complaint or untoward incident and comply with company procedure to that effect.
  • To ensure that professional and technical knowledge/expertise is kept up to date and to maintain a portfolio to show evidence of personal professional development.
  • To participate in individual performance review (appraisal) on an annual basis.
  • To hold, and when required exchange with colleagues, company assets required to carry out service effectively.
  • Advice on a complaint/incident
  • Assist with recruitment when required
  • Join Clinical Advisory Board meetings when requested and assist in the review of reporting guidelines

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • About you:
  • Hold a minimum of a PGD in Ultrasound (or equivalent) and be a member of an appropriate professional body with valid registration.
  • Have significant clinical experience as a qualified sonographer, undertaking a wide range of NOUS procedures at a minimum, General, Gynaecology and small parts.
  • Hold excellent scanning and reporting skills.
  • Hold a full clean UK driving licence and have access to a car.
  • Demonstrate an appreciation of patient care.
  • Be resident in an area which is reasonably commutable to the location of the role.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • About you:
  • Hold a minimum of a PGD in Ultrasound (or equivalent) and be a member of an appropriate professional body with valid registration.
  • Have significant clinical experience as a qualified sonographer, undertaking a wide range of NOUS procedures at a minimum, General, Gynaecology and small parts.
  • Hold excellent scanning and reporting skills.
  • Hold a full clean UK driving licence and have access to a car.
  • Demonstrate an appreciation of patient care.
  • Be resident in an area which is reasonably commutable to the location of the role.

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

Diagnostic World

Address

South Eastern

Railway Street

Gillingham

Kent

ME7 1XE


Employer's website

http://www.diagnosticworld.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Diagnostic World

Address

South Eastern

Railway Street

Gillingham

Kent

ME7 1XE


Employer's website

http://www.diagnosticworld.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

HR Department

hr@diagnosticworld.co.uk

Details

Date posted

27 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£60,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

U0062-26-0006

Job locations

South Eastern

Railway Street

Gillingham

Kent

ME7 1XE


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