Trainee Sonographer

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279); Worthing; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in the UK is looking for a Trainee Sonographer. This position offers a post graduate qualification in medical ultrasound over a 2-year period. Responsibilities include performing high-standard ultrasound scans and participating in ongoing training. Candidates must hold a BSC Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent, and will have opportunities for development. The role also offers visa sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route, making it a great fit for aspiring healthcare professionals.

Benefits

Extensive wellbeing programme

Flexible working options

Support for career development

Qualifications

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles, as appropriate to role.
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a post graduate qualification in medical ultrasound over a 2-year period.
• Become competent in Physics of Ultrasound, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Abdominal & Vascular Ultrasound.
• Work in all areas of the Trusts Ultrasound Departments.
• Perform ultrasound scans to a high standard and issue accurate clinical reports.
• Maintain quality patient care in accordance with Trust values.
• Participate in training and support governance, audit, and research.

Education

BSC Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent

Job description

Go back University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Trainee Sonographer

The closing date is 19 December 2025

To undertake a post graduate qualification in medical ultrasound over a 2-year period becoming a competent Ultra sonographer.

In the first year become competent in: Physics of Ultrasound, Obstetrics & Gynaecology Ultrasound.

In the second year become competent in: Abdominal & Vascular Ultrasound.

To work in all areas of the Trusts Ultrasound Departments as required to attend a post graduate ultrasound course at an appropriately recognised university.

Main duties of the job

Once qualified to work as an independent practitioner performing ultrasound scans to a high standard and issuing independent and accurate clinical reports to referring Clinicians.

Maintain the highest quality of patient care in accordance with Trust values.

To participate in providing the day-to-day delivery of an effective high quality and efficient ultrasound service as provided to the Trust by the Radiology Department.

To participate in the training of ultrasound to other staff and to support in governance, audit and research.

About us

At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.

Job responsibilities

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role‑specific criteria.

To undertake a post graduate qualification in medical ultrasound over a 2-year period becoming a competent Ultra sonographer.

In the first year become competent in: Physics of Ultrasound, Obstetrics & Gynaecology Ultrasound.

In the second year become competent in: Abdominal & Vascular Ultrasound.

To work in all areas of the Trusts Ultrasound Departments as required to attend a post graduate ultrasound course at an appropriately recognised university.

Once qualified to work as an independent practitioner performing ultrasound scans to a high standard and issuing independent and accurate clinical reports to referring Clinicians.

Maintain the highest quality of patient care in accordance with Trust values.

To participate in providing the day-to-day delivery of an effective high quality and efficient ultrasound service as provided to the Trust by the Radiology Department.

To participate in the training of ultrasound to other staff and to support in governance, audit and research.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSC Diagnostic radiography or equivalent
• Time spent in our US department

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)