Sonographer

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a skilled Sonographer for the Ultrasound department. You will handle a varied caseload, including general, antenatal and community ultrasound, with opportunities to contribute to teaching and CPD.

Enjoy a supportive, multidisciplinary team, funded development, and opportunities to attend national conferences. The role offers relocation support and a work-life balanced pattern in North Devon.

Qualifications

• HCPC or NMC registration is required.
• Postgraduate ultrasound diploma is essential.
• UK driving licence and access to transport to community sites.
• Ability to perform and report ultrasound scans independently.

Responsibilities

• General/inpatient ultrasound examinations.
• Antenatal/early pregnancy imaging.
• Community site scans and governance activities.

Skills

HCPC/NMC registered

Postgrad ultrasound diploma

Driving licence

Independent reporting

Education

Ultrasound Diploma

Job description

Role Summary

Ready to broaden your skills and take your career to the next level?

As a Sonographer within our Northern Service, you'll benefit from a diverse caseload that will enhance your clinical expertise and support your professional development.

We're committed to investing in your future, with funded training, opportunities to attend national conferences, and the chance to collaborate with regional diagnostic networks.

Alongside a rewarding career, you'll enjoy an exceptional quality of life in Devon, with stunning coastlines, breath‑taking national parks, vibrant cities, and welcoming market towns and villages right on your doorstep.

Ready to make Devon your new home? This role attracts a relocation support package, helping you take the next step in both your career and lifestyle.

About the Role

More detail about the role

As a Sonographer in our Ultrasound department, you'll experience a varied caseload of conditions and support patients of all ages, allowing you to increase your skills. You'll be able to practice and develop your teaching skills through our student Sonographer and Registrar training programme.

You'll split your time working between:

• General/inpatient ultrasound.


• antenatal and early pregnancy service


• community sites


• sub speciality scanning where relevant.


• relevant governance/audit activity.

A sonographer with a range of skills is preferred however, candidates with certain ultrasound sub specialities will be considered.

It's an exciting time to join the team as a Sonographer, with new development projects planned, and a focus on developing non‑traditional roles within the team. You'll be encouraged to grow with training, development, mentoring and a nurturing team. You'll have the chance to attend the British Medical Ultrasound Conference, collaborate with colleagues across the Peninsula Diagnostic Network.

We are a small, friendly team of 13 Sonographers, including:

• 1 Trainee Advanced Practitioner


• 2 Vascular Sonographers


• 1 Midwife Sonographer


• 1 Superintendent Sonographer

With a diverse range of professional backgrounds, we learn from each other and continually grow our collective skills and expertise in a supportive, collaborative environment.

We're looking for a qualified Sonographer who is passionate about delivering high‑quality patient care and thrives in a multidisciplinary team setting. NHS experience is desirable but not essential.

You’ll need to be:

• HCPC or NMC registered, or


• Hold a postgraduate diploma covering abdominal, gynaecological and/or obstetric ultrasound


• Confident in independently performing and reporting ultrasound scans


• Hold a UK driving licence and have access to transport for travel to community locations

Training and development opportunities are in high supply here, whether you are interested in clinical or leadership development courses we’ll support you in finding the best way to grow. We actively encourage CPD and you will have an opportunity to spend time with our range of specialists as part of your CPD.

You’ll be involved in clinical audit, clinical governance sessions, dedicated journal clubs, departmental meetings and courses/ seminars relevant to the role.

Innovation is central at the Royal Devon, we were the first trust in the UK to use our electronic record in the community, and we’ve developed non‑traditional roles within Allied Health Professions including a Research and Innovation Lead.

A great place to live and work. A healthy work‑life balance is essential and North Devon is a great place to enjoy it.

North Devon District Hospital is situated close to fantastic beaches and breath‑taking coastline, with Exmoor national park on our doorstep. North Devon, known as England’s adventure coast; the area has an outstanding beauty protection status and has recently become the first place in the UK to be selected as a World surfing reserve.

Don’t just take our word for it, the Telegraph continues to rank Devon as the best county in England, scoring highly for natural wonders, history and culture, in their readers poll.

Thinking of making the move? This role attracts a relocation support package to help you settle into life in North Devon. Contact us to find out more about the support available.

Working Pattern:

37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Interview Date:

To be confirmed

For further information please contact:

Shelley Thompson. Superintendent Sonographer on 01271 355901, or email [e-mail]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and ‘At Risk’ status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state‑of‑the‑art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world‑class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Benefits

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.


• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter


• Car lease schemes.


• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).


• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available - if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.