Reporting Ultrasonographer

NHS; Chester; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS healthcare provider in Chester is seeking a full-time sonographer to join their ultrasound team. The successful candidate will perform diagnostic examinations and support mentor trainees. Applicants need a recognized ultrasound qualification and should demonstrate high level clinical knowledge. This role offers a salary range between £47,810 to £54,710 per year, with opportunities for continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Possess high level, specialist anatomical and clinical knowledge.
• Adaptable and safe in operating various ultrasound equipment.
• Flexibility to prioritize workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations.
• Communicate findings to clinicians and patients.
• Supervise and technically train staff in ultrasound.

Skills

High level anatomical and clinical knowledge

Competent in ultrasound procedures

Analytical and judgmental skills

Education

Diploma in Medical Ultrasound, Pg Dip, Pg Certificate or equivalent

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Overview

Working Full Time: 37.5 hours per week

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and professional sonographer to join our friendly hard working ultrasound team. We welcome applications from both experienced and newly qualified individuals who will be given every support to gain experience within their role. We act as a clinical placement site for the University of Cumbria's Direct Access MSc Ultrasound programme and there are opportunities to engage in the training and mentorship of student sonographers. Applicants must hold a recognised ultrasound qualification (PgCert, PgDip or Direct-Entry Masters) and be eligible to work in the United Kingdom with HCPC/NMC/ equivalent registration.

Responsibilities

• Work autonomously within guidelines and reporting protocols, performing high quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations in order to aid appropriate / necessary patient management.
• Effectively communicate information regarding diagnosis from scan findings either verbally or in writing directly to clinicians and patients.
• Use analytical and judgmental skills to interpret ultrasound images, accurately differentiating between normal and pathological findings.
• Supervise, educate and technically train multidisciplinary undergraduate and postgraduate staff in all aspects of ultrasound.

About us

The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides services to West Cheshire and to Welsh patients covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership. Its services are provided from three locations:

• The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 438 general and acute beds
• Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 56 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient facility
• Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services which serve the local rural population

The Trust employs over 5916 staff (headcount) and provides acute emergency and elective services, primary care direct access services and obstetric services to a population of approximately 411,000. This includes 361,000 residents in Chester and West Cheshire, Ellesmere Port and Neston, and the Deeside area of Flintshire with about 50,000 residents.

Details

Date posted: 23 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 210-2025-659

Job location: Countess of Chester Hospital, Liverpool Road, Chester, CH2 1UL

Job description

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs will be deducted from salary over the first three months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early; if a large number of applications are received, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.

Person Specification

Qualification – Essential

• Diploma in Medical Ultrasound, Pg Dip, Pg Certificate or equivalent (masters level)

Experience – Essential

• Possess high level, specialist anatomical and clinical knowledge over a wide range of ultrasound procedures.
• Be adaptable, fully competent and safe in the operation of a variety of technical equipment specific to ultrasound.
• Remain flexible to altered workload and prioritise accordingly using sound clinical judgment.

Desirable

• Desire for self-development and motivation to embrace change and learn new techniques outside the current scope of practice.
• Demonstrate the ability to provide guidance, support and mentorship to less experienced ultrasound practitioners and clinical staff.

Regulatory and eligibility

• Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary to submit a DBS disclosure.
• Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
• UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer: Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Countess of Chester Hospital, Liverpool Road, Chester, CH2 1UL

Employer's website: https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx

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