Job Title: Ultrasonographer – Advanced Practitioner
Employer: Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Truro, United Kingdom
Salary/Rate: 49,387 to 56,515 £ / Year
UK Visa Sponsorship: Available
Join an established and progressive Ultrasound Department performing approximately 40,000 scans annually.
Provide high-quality ultrasound services across the main hospital and six community sites.
Perform general abdominal and gynaecological ultrasound examinations and independently report findings.
Work alongside Consultant Radiologists and contribute to radiology training and trainee sonographer development.
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, with flexible evening and weekend shifts; part-time applications are welcome.
Closing date: 8 November 2026.
Responsibilities
- Perform abdominal and gynaecological ultrasound examinations and produce independent reports.
- Deliver safe, accurate and compassionate ultrasound services.
- Work autonomously while maintaining high clinical and professional standards.
- Rotate between the main hospital and community locations as required.
- Collaborate with Consultant Radiologists and other healthcare professionals.
- Support radiology training and the development of trainee sonographers.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and use ultrasound imaging systems effectively.
- Participate in service delivery across a seven-day working week.
- Prioritise workload effectively and maintain attention to detail under pressure.
Requirements
- Postgraduate qualification in general medical and gynaecological ultrasound, such as DMU, PgCert, PgDip or equivalent.
- Qualifications must be CASE-accredited; applicants with non-CASE-accredited qualifications cannot be considered.
- Current HCPC registration or registration with the relevant professional governing body.
- Proven competence in performing ultrasound examinations.
- Ability to report ultrasound findings independently.
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
- Ability to work autonomously, prioritise tasks and manage pressure.
- Excellent communication skills and a caring, professional attitude.
- Valid driving licence and ability to travel independently between sites.
- Access to a vehicle insured for business use.
- Desirable: MSc in Clinical Ultrasound or currently working towards one.
- Desirable: Degree in Diagnostic Radiography.
- Desirable: Specialist experience in musculoskeletal (MSK), small-parts or neck sonography.
- Desirable: Experience with PACS, CRIS and voice-recognition software.
- Desirable: Staff management, leadership, teaching and presentation skills.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in an established NHS ultrasound department with modern imaging equipment.
- Access to GE E10 ultrasound machines at the main hospital and Fortis machines at community sites.
- Experience across a broad range of clinical settings and ultrasound services.
- Opportunities for continuing professional development and specialist skill development.
- Exposure to clinical collaboration with Consultant Radiologists.
- Opportunities to contribute to trainee sonographer education and professional development.
- Full-time or part-time working options.
- Opportunity to live and work in Cornwall, with access to coastal scenery and outdoor activities.