Sonographer - Training Post

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and wellbeing support

NHS Car Lease schemes

Discounts on restaurants, getaways,购物

Job summary

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT is offering a 2-year fixed-term Training Post for a Student Sonographer in the Ultrasound Department. You will complete a CASE-accredited Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound while employed, with progression dependent on qualification and demonstrated competencies.

Working hours start at 08:00–16:00, Monday to Friday, across designated sites. On qualification, a seven-day service pattern may apply, including weekends and bank holidays as

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year post Radiographic qualification experience.
• Basic knowledge of ultrasound procedures.
• Demonstration of earlier interest in ultrasound.
• Previous involvement in quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality ultrasound service with independently written reports.
• Communicate complex information to clinicians and patients.
• Prioritise workload across diverse referral pathways to meet service needs.
• Contribute to management and development of the Ultrasound Department.
• Follow lead from senior colleagues and maintain professional standards.

Skills

Ultrasound knowledge

Communication

Prioritising workload

Quality assurance

Team collaboration

Education

DCR or BSc Diagnostic Radiography

HCPC registration

Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound

Job description

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Sonographer - Training Post

The closing date is 23 November 2026

The post holder will undertake a CASE-accredited Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound while employed within the Ultrasound Department as a Student Sonographer. The qualification must be completed within the timeframe set by the university. This post is offered as a 2-year fixed-term training contract linked to the duration and successful completion of the programme. Progression to a substantive Band 7 Sonographer post will be dependent on achieving the required sonography qualification and demonstrating the competencies expected of the role. Working under the supervision of qualified sonographers, the post holder will develop the knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours required to perform and report diagnostic ultrasound examinations safely and effectively. They will deliver compassionate, patient-centred care in line with NHS values, professional standards and Trust policies, supporting the provision of a high-quality ultrasound service. During training, the post holder will work as a Student Sonographer across designated sites, Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00. Following successful qualification and appointment to a Band 7 role, working patterns will be service-led and support a seven-day service. The post holder will work across designated sites and participate in a flexible rota between 08:00-18:00, including weekends and bank holidays as required.

Main duties of the job

To work at an advanced level of practice providing a high quality ultrasound service with comprehensive independently written reports

Communicate highly complex information regarding diagnosis/treatment directly with Clinicians and patients

To independently prioritise patients and organise workload from a variety of referral pathways to meet the needs of the service

Provide expert opinion/advice and contribute to the management of the Ultrasound Department

To undertake additional responsibilities as identified by the Lead Sonograph

To undertake additional responsibilities as identified by the Lead Sonographer

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities. We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:

• Extensive range of learning opportunities
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditions
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
• NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice scheme
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully. Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

• Minimum 1 year post Radiographic qualification experience
• Basic knowledge of ultrasound procedures
• Demonstration of earlier interest in ultrasound
• Previous involvement in quality assurance
• Minimum 2 years post Radiographic qualification experience

Qualifications & Training

• DCR or BSc Diagnostic Radiography
• Health Care Professions Council Registration or other relevant registration
• Illustrate a commitment to acquire the practical/academic requirements to meet the demands of the course
• Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound to be achieved within an appropriate time from commencement of course
• Documented evidence of CPD
• UK ENIC statement of comparability

Personal Attributes & Skills

• Ability to communicate complex information appropriate to the recipients level of understanding
• Ability to empathise with and reassure patients/carers who may be distressed
• Provide equality of care to patients/carers regardless of medical or social issues.
• Ability to communicate with patients/carers where there are barriers to understanding (language, hearing impaired, learning difficulties)
• Appreciation of responsibilities of the post, in terms of "breaking bad news" etc
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Able to work under pressure
• Follow protocols but able to evaluate the need for consultation with senior colleagues
• Logical & Methodical manner
• Able to accommodate the demands of the post as required with flexible working and good attendance.
• Analytical and judgemental skills

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.

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

£39,959 to £48,117 a yearPro Rata Per Annum