University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Sonographer
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Sonographer
Band 7 Sonographer (Medical Ultrasound) – Flexible Working Available
Working Pattern
Flexible shifts available, including full-time, part-time, weekend, and flexible hours.
Essential Requirements
- Must hold a qualification in Medical Ultrasound with competence to perform and independently report ultrasound scans.
- Minimum PgCert in Medical Ultrasound, accredited by the Consortium for the Accreditation of Sonographic Education (CASE) or assessed as equivalent by the ultrasound management team.
- Essential to hold HCPC, NMC, or RCT registration.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
- Ability to mentor trainee sonographers and specialist registrars as part of a large teaching organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver a wide range of ultrasound examinations, including:
- General abdominal
- Small parts (breast, scrotum, etc.)
- Gynaecological
- MSK (musculoskeletal)
- Head & neck (H&N)
- DVT & vascular
- Paediatrics
- Obstetrics (including early pregnancy scanning)
- Work across three acute hospital sites (Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital, Glenfield Hospital) and five community hospital sites.
- Manage inpatients, outpatients, and GP referrals.
- Operate high-specification scanning equipment across over 30 scan rooms, with a monthly volume of over 6,000 outpatient scans.
- Demonstrate autonomous practice, promoting best practice and high standards.
- Participate in patient-centred care, ensuring ‘Caring at its best’ through optimal experience and treatment.
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Development Opportunities
- Role development for DVT, MSK, H&N, and paediatric training.
- Potential progression into interventional ultrasound roles.
- Personal and professional development support aligned with your career goals.
About University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
UHL is one of the largest providers for Ultrasound in the UK, known for: ✔ Collaboration with Sheffield Hallam University for world-class teaching and training. ✔ A forward-thinking, friendly team committed to innovation and excellence.
Our strategy (2023–2030) focuses on:
Four Primary Goals
- Delivering high-quality care for all.
- Being a great place to work.
- Strengthening partnerships for impact.
- Driving research and education excellence.
Core Values
We are:
- Compassionate
- Pride in our work
- Inclusive of all backgrounds
- One team
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DiversiTy of Opportunity
- Equal opportunities employer—we value all backgrounds and applications.
- Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants with disabilities who meet requirements.
- Support for reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment.
Priority Application:
BAME representation is underreviewed at band 7+, so eligible candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Contact Details
Service Manager: Hannah Tucker Email: hannah.tucker15@nhs.net Phone: 07957 473425
Clinical Leads: Claudius Masakure (claudius.masakure1@nhs.net) Hilary Brooke-Clarke (hilary.brooke-clarke@nhs.net)
Lead Training Sonographer: Amanda Parry (amanda.parry18@nhs.net)
Ultrasound Practice Educator: Faye Morrissey (faye.morrissey1@nhs.net)
Website: leicestershospitals.nhs.uk
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