Sonographer Preceptorship B7

Position: Sonographer with Preceptorship B7 to 8A

Job Title

Sonographer with Preceptorship B7 to 8A – Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Job Summary

Are you a professional sonographer committed to first‑class patient care and driven to work within a high‑performing team? The Ultrasound Service is sonographer‑led, receiving referrals from GP, outpatients, wards and the Emergency Department. It also provides a lithotripsy service, for which full training is provided. This opportunity invites those wishing to develop general ultrasound skills and gain experience across a range of complex cases, including MSK.

Responsibilities

• Independently undertake general ultrasound sessions and provide comprehensive, accurate computerised reports.
• Conduct a wide variety of diagnostic ultrasound examinations, maintaining high professional standards of technical competence.
• Deliver a high‑quality, patient‑focused professional service at all times.
• Adapt techniques for each examination to meet the individual needs of the patient.
• Analyse clinical information and determine the most appropriate scanning method and technique.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff (as appropriate for grade).
• Provide timely issue of diagnostic reports based on ultrasound findings.

Person Specification – Education Essential

• HCPC registered
• DCR or degree in Radiography
• DMU or Post Graduate Diploma in Ultrasound

Desirable

• MSc in Ultrasound
• Evidence of involvement in audit, PGcert or equivalent in appropriate reporting modality

Person Specification – Experience Essential

• Experience across a wide range of ultrasound examinations.
• NHS experience.
• Minimum 1 year post‑Ultrasound Diploma experience.

Desirable

• 1+ year post‑Ultrasound Diploma experience.

Person Specification – Skills

• Sound knowledge of cross‑sectional anatomy and understanding of complex pathologies.
• Strong imaging and reporting skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team under pressure.

Details

• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: 7
• Salary: £47,810 to £62,682 per year (pro‑rata for part‑time)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Reference number: UCGB
  78a-SONOG
• Job location: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading, RG1 5AN

Employer Details

• Name: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading, RG1 5AN
• Website:

Legal Checks

• Disclosure and Barring Service Check – subject to Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
• Certificate of Sponsorship – available for skilled worker applicants.
• UK Registration – applicants must have current UK professional registration.

#J-18808-Ljbffr