Sonographer

NHS; Wirral; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution on the Wirral Peninsula is looking for enthusiastic Sonographers to join their Ultrasound team. Candidates should have a recognized qualification in ultrasound and the ability to perform a variety of scans, including obstetric and abdominal. This role includes working across multiple sites and opportunities for career development. Competitive salary offered with a focus on patient care and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a recognized ultrasound qualification.
• Nuchal Translucency accreditation is desirable.
• Experience in various ultrasound sub-specialties is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Perform obstetric and general abdominal ultrasound scans.
• Conduct pelvis and small parts scanning.
• Ensure compliance with clinical standards and patient care.

Skills

Experience in Obstetric scanning

Experience in General Abdominal scanning

Experience in Pelvis scanning

Experience in MSK scanning

Experience in Paediatric scanning

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Education

BSc in Diagnostic Radiography

Registered with HCPC or equivalent

Post-graduate diploma/certificate in medical ultrasound

Job description

The Sonographer position is open until the closing date of 23 November 2025.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic, passionate, and proactive Sonographers to join our Ultrasound team at Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH).

You will become part of our supportive and dynamic team of sonographers who take pride in delivering excellent patient care and clinical standards. We have recently developed a new preceptorship programme for both our newly qualified students and any newly qualified sonographers joining our trust.

We provide a 7‑day service across four key sites on the Wirral Peninsula. As part of this role, you may be required to work across all four sites – Arrowe Park, St Catherine's, Victoria Central, and our new Clatterbridge Diagnostic Centre. The service covers obstetric and general ultrasound departments as well as a variety of sub‑specialties including head/neck, MSK and paediatrics. We actively encourage career development and have regular training opportunities available.

Applicants must hold a recognised ultrasound qualification (PgCert, PgDip or Direct‑Entry Master’s) and be eligible to work in the United Kingdom with HCPC/NMC or equivalent registration. Nuchal Translucency accreditation is desirable for obstetric sonographers, although training will be provided if required.

Typical full‑time hours are 08:00 – 18:00, four working days (working days to be negotiated over a 7‑day service). However, part‑time roles, weekend‑only and alternative working patterns can be discussed at interview.

Main duties of the job

Applicants will be expected to have experience in one or more of the following: Obstetric, General Abdominal, Pelvis and small parts scanning. Experience in MSK and paediatric scanning is desirable.

If additional clinical training is required, this can be negotiated at interview.

About us

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as “competent and caring staff” by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on the Wirral peninsula, which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high‑quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links, including motorway, train, bus or ferry, and within easy reach of the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester, as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR Equivalent or degree in health‑related subject
• Registered with HCPC or other regulatory body
• Post‑graduate diploma/certificate or equivalent in medical ultrasound, obstetric ultrasound or stand‑alone ultrasound qualification if Direct Entry
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum pro rata. RRP is also offered for this role.