Advanced Practitioner Ultrasound / Sonographer

NHS; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A large NHS Trust in the UK is looking for an Advanced Practitioner Ultrasound / Sonographer to support their 7-day ultrasound service. The role involves performing examinations, preparing reports, and ensuring patient safety. Candidates must hold an international ultrasound qualification or a CASE-accredited BSc in Medical Ultrasound. This is a dynamic position that offers professional growth within a vibrant department.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic working environment

Team mentoring

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Sonographers with international ultrasound qualification required.
• Direct access candidates with CASE-accredited BSc in Medical Ultrasound must be RCT-registered.
• Ability to manage workflow and deliver effective service is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound examinations and capture diagnostic images.
• Prepare clinical reports in accordance with departmental protocols.
• Discuss findings with patients when appropriate.
• Ensure patient safety and welfare at all times.
• Manage operational supervision of allocated clinical area.

Skills

Patient care

Ultrasound examination

Team collaboration

Clinical reporting

Education

International ultrasound qualification

BSc in Medical Ultrasound

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Advanced Practitioner Ultrasound / Sonographer

The closing date is 28 October 2025

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.

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

Key aspects of the role include:

• 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.

Eligibility Criteria

• HCPC - registered Sonographers who hold an international ultrasound qualification.
• Direct access candidates who have completed a CASE-accredited BSc in Medical Ultrasound. These candidates must be RCT-registered or able to demonstrate they are 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.

Main duties of the job

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 our in-patient departments. The service covers general ultrasound departments as well as a variety of sub‑specialties including MSK, paediatrics, vascular and interventional. The ultrasound service is provided across 3 sites, University Hospital Coventry, Rugby St Cross and the Coventry City Centre. The service will be expanding into the Community Diagnostic centre and the development is planned currently for 2026.

Job responsibilities

• To perform Ultrasound examinations and capture high quality diagnostic ultrasound images, in line with national and departmental protocols.
• To carry out Ultrasound procedures/examinations and prepare independent clinical reports, in line with departmental protocols.
• To prioritise patient welfare and safety at all times, adapting and modifying ultrasound imaging techniques in response to individual patient needs and clinical condition.
• To discuss the findings of the ultrasound examinations with patients where appropriate.
• To provide expert clinical and professional advice and support the multidisciplinary team within the UHCW NHS Trust and if appropriate, with teams from other Trusts within the region.
• To be responsible for the operational supervision and management of an allocated clinical area. To be able to assess and manage workflow by utilising available resources and thereby deliver efficient and effective service.
• To participate in request validation, vetting and justification in accordance with departmental protocols.
• To verify patient identification and documentation, ensuring that the appropriate ultrasound examinations are performed in accordance with departmental imaging protocols.
• To assess the quality of ultrasound images, initiate corrective actions when necessary, and promptly elevate any abnormalities to clinicians in line with radiology department protocols.
• To take responsibility for professional conduct, acting as a role model within the department by upholding high standards of patient care and professionalism, and fostering the growth of a resilient and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• To contribute to the development and refinement of ultrasound protocols, promoting best practice through the integration of evidence‑based research.
• To participate in the departmental Quality Assurance program to ensure the efficient operation of the highly technical equipment, and to ensure compliance with best practice.

For further details please see the attached job description.