Advanced Practitioner Ultrasound​/Sonographer

Advanced Practitioner Ultrasound / Sonographer

Closing date: 21 June 2026.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts, managing two major hospitals in Coventry and Rugby, serving a population of over one million people. As the principal teaching hospital for Warwick Medical School, we work in close partnership to develop innovative programmes in clinical research.

We are seeking highly motivated and professional individuals with a flexible approach to working and a desire to further develop the ultrasound service.

• Supporting a 7‑day ultrasound service, including weekends and bank/public holidays, in line with service requirements.
• Working within a dynamic and forward‑thinking team committed to excellence in patient care and service development.

• HCPC‑registered Sonographers who hold an international ultrasound qualification.
• Direct access candidates who have completed a CASE‑accredited BSc in Medical Ultrasound and are either RCT‑registered or actively working towards registration.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

The Imaging department is seeking an enthusiastic sonographer to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will have opportunity to train, mentor and develop other staff to work to high standards. We are a modern department, fast paced, dynamic and vibrant with an interesting and challenging case load, especially in the in‑patient departments. The service covers general ultrasound and a variety of sub‑specialties including MSK, paediatrics, vascular and interventional.

The ultrasound service is provided across 3 sites – University Hospital Coventry, Hospital of St Cross and the Coventry City Centre – and will expand into the Community Diagnostic Centre in 2026.

• Perform ultrasound examinations and capture high quality diagnostic images, in line with national and departmental protocols.
• Carry out ultrasound procedures/examinations and prepare independent clinical reports, following departmental protocols.
• Prioritise patient welfare and safety, adapting techniques to individual patient needs.
• Discuss findings with patients where appropriate.
• Provide expert clinical advice and support the multidisciplinary team within UHCW NHS Trust and regional Trusts.
• Be responsible for operational supervision and management of an allocated clinical area, assessing and managing workflow efficiently.
• Participate in request validation, vetting and justification as per departmental protocols.
• Verify patient identification and documentation, ensuring examinations follow imaging protocols.
• Assess image quality, initiate corrective actions and escale abnormalities to clinicians per radiology protocols.
• Take responsibility for professional conduct, acting as a role model and fostering team growth.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of ultrasound protocols, promoting best practice through evidence‑based research.
• Participate in the departmental Quality Assurance program to ensure efficient operation of equipment and compliance with best practice.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and, therefore, a Disclosure and Barring Service submission is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Contract:

Permanent

Working pattern:
Full‑time

£49,387 to £56,515 a year pro rata

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University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire