Sonographer

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Nursery

Beach Hut

Wellness Centre

Staff networks

Job summary

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Band 7 Sonographer to join our ultrasound team. You will independently perform and report obstetric, gynecological, abdominal and small parts exams across hospital and community settings, delivering patient‑centred care.

We offer a structured development path, opportunities to teach, flexible working options, and a range of staff benefits including an on‑site gym, Beach Hut and nursery.

Qualifications

• PgD/MSc in Medical Ultrasound or Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (Obstetrics, Gynaecology +/- general ultrasound).
• Current state registration certificate (HCPC, NMC) is required.
• Portfolio evidence must be provided.
• Willingness to travel to Fareham, Gosport and Petersfield community sites.
• Nuchal Translucency accredited (Fetal Medicine Foundation & DQASS).

Responsibilities

• Independently perform and report obstetric, gynae, abdominal and small parts ultrasound examinations.
• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across hospital and community settings.
• Provide specialist advice to clinicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in service improvement, audit, and evaluation of new equipment.
• Support the training and development of future sonographers and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Dexterity

Ultrasound knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamworking

Education

PgD/MSc in Medical Ultrasound

HCPC/NMC registration

Tools

Ultrasound equipment knowledge

Job description

Company Description

Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.

Company Description

Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.

Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.

Job Description

NHS Band 7 Salary: £49,387 - £56,515 per annum

Hours per Week: full time 37.5

Contract Type: Permanent

Join Our Friendly and Innovative Ultrasound Team

Are you an experienced Sonographer looking for a role where you can develop your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance?

At Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to offer a welcoming, supportive, and forward-thinking ultrasound service where your expertise is valued, your wellbeing matters, and your development is encouraged.

Whether you are looking for part‑time flexibility, opportunities to expand your clinical practice, or the chance to contribute to teaching and service development, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

Flexible Working

• Part‑time working opportunities designed to fit around your lifestyle and commitments.
• Supportive approach to achieving a healthy work‑life balance.

Varied and Rewarding Clinical Practice

• Work across a diverse range of ultrasound examinations including obstetric, gynaecological, abdominal and acute presentations.
• Opportunity to contribute to specialist one‑stop clinics and satellite services.

Excellent Learning and Development Opportunities

• Dedicated teaching department with a structured three‑tier support system.
• Bespoke induction programme tailored to your experience, interests, and learning needs.
• Ongoing mentorship from experienced colleagues.
• Opportunities to participate in audit, research, service development, and multidisciplinary team meetings.

Career Progression

• Encouragement and support to pursue further education, specialist training, and professional qualifications.
• Access to Trust Leadership and Management programmes.
• Opportunities to supervise and support trainee sonographers, registrars, radiographers, and other healthcare professionals.

Comprehensive Staff Benefits

• Cycle to work scheme.
• On‑site gym and swimming pool.
• Childcare support.
• Access to our free Beach Hut.
• Staff accommodation (subject to availability).
• A wide range of additional NHS staff benefits.

About The Role

As a Band 7 Sonographer, you will work as an autonomous practitioner, independently performing and reporting a broad range of ultrasound examinations. You will have the opportunity to utilise your advanced clinical skills to support patient diagnosis, treatment planning, and management across a variety of clinical pathways.

Key Responsibility’s:

• Independently perform and report obstetric, gynaecological, abdominal and small parts ultrasound examinations.
• Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centred care across hospital and community settings.
• Provide specialist advice to clinicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in service improvement, audit, and evaluation of new equipment.
• Support the training and development of future sonographers and healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

Essential

• PgD/MSc in Medical Ultrasound or Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (Obstetrics, Gynaecology +/- general ultrasound)
• Hold a current state registration certificate (HCPC, NMC)
• Have portfolio evidence.
• Ability to travel to and work in our community sites located in Fareham, Gosport and Petersfield.
• Sonographer Experience in a NHS setting.
• Nuchal Translucency accredited (Fetal Medicine Foundation & DQASS)

Desirable

• MSK
• Small parts (Testes/Thyroid etc.)
• Paediatrics

Experience

Essential

• Experience as a sonographer in an NHS Trust.

Desirable

• Post graduate radiography/midwifery experience.

Skills And Knowledge

• Highly developed physical skills (dexterity, co‑ordination & sensory skills)
• Sound technical knowledge of equipment and ultrasound techniques
• Sound clinical knowledge
• Ability to communicate effectively up to consultant level
• Competent in all aspects of obstetric, gynae, abdominal and trans‑vaginal scanning
• Good communication and patient care skills
• Ability to work alone or as part of team
• Enthusiastic and self‑motivated
• Good organisational skills
• Keen to develop and take on new roles
• A willingness to be flexible
• Ability to juggle many priorities at one time, whilst remaining calm

Additional Information

The health and wellbeing of our staff is at the forefront of everything we do. We are proud to be able to offer our staff some fantastic benefits including our on-site Nursery, access to our free Beach Hut for those long summer days, our on-site Wellness Centre including a gym and a swimming pool, access to our fantastic staff networks including LGBTQ, Race Equality and DisAbility, and awards ceremonies to recognise your achievements. We believe we can offer support to all of our staff when they need it the most.

We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.

For more information, please see our People and OD Strategy 2026