Job summary
- Main area
- Bank Sonographer
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Bank
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Other
- Job ref
- 251-BANKNSON09-CP
- Employer
- Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Basingstoke/Winchester
- Town
- Basingstoke
- Salary
- £44 ph
- Salary period
- Hourly
- Closing
- 16/06/2026 08:00
Employer heading
Bank Sonographer
Band 7
Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.
Job overview
Join Our Dynamic Radiology Team at Hampshire Hospitals!
Are you a passionate and skilled Bank Sonographer looking for an exciting new opportunity? Look no further! We are thrilled to invite you to become a vital part of our innovative radiology team at Hampshire Hospitals.
Why Join Us?
- Diverse and Engaging Work: You’ll perform a wide range of ultrasound examinations, including General Abdominal, Gynaecological, Small Parts, Musculoskeletal, Vascular, Neonatal Hip, and Inpatient scans. Please note, Obstetric Ultrasound is managed by a separate department.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our recently opened Community Diagnostic Centre in Andover is just one of the cutting-edge facilities where you’ll work.
- Professional Growth: You’ll play a key role in training student Sonographers and supporting the development of our services
What We’re Looking For:
- Qualifications: PgD in Ultrasound or equivalent, HCPC registration or voluntary registration, and the ability to travel between our sites. You will be expected to work across all 4 HHFT sites.
- Experience: A professional and experienced Sonographer committed to excellent patient care and high-quality imaging.
- Enthusiasm: A highly motivated individual ready to join a forward-thinking team of friendly and supportive professionals
Ready to Make a Difference? Join us at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Trust and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in patient care.
Main duties of the job
We undertake a variety of examinations for ED, inpatients, outpatients and GP patients including urology, baby hips, MSK, vascular, gynae and soft tissue. We also offer ultrasound access for ambulatory services such as Stroke and Same Day Urgent Care, please note that this post does not include Obstetric Ultrasound as this is run by a separate Department.
Locations We Offer Our Services:
- Royal Hampshire County Hospital
- Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital
- Andover Community Diagnostic Centre
- Alton Community Hospital
Working for our organisation
Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire.
Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.
We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer.
The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information about this role please see Job Description document attached.
If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential criteria
- PG dip Ultrasound or international equivalent or DMU
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiology or equivalent
- Voluntary register held by RCT or other regulatory body (HCPC, GMC or NMC)
Desirable criteria
- A CASE accredited postgraduate qualification in medical ultrasound
- Additional post graduate qualification e.g. MSc
- Specialist short courses in US practice
Experience & Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Broad experience in ultrasound techniques must be able to scan at least two specialties (general, gynae, vascular, small parts, MSK etc)
- Demonstratable knowledge of a range of abnormalities and pathologies
- Extensive experience within hospital US practice to include reporting of ultrasound examinations and relevant patient management.
- 6 months minimum UK ultrasound experience ideally in an NHS setting
- Experience in teaching and assessing individuals in a range of subjects
- Comprehensive CPD portfolio, including evidence of attending all mandatory courses.
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of the post.
Desirable criteria
- Experience in DVT / gynaecological scanning
- Knowledge of CRIS and PACS
- Knowledge of local NHS targets and initiatives
- Knowledge of current NHS policies/guidelines which may influence service provision
- Previous experience in research projects/publications.
- Direct supervisory responsibility
Skills & Ability
Essential criteria
- Ability to plan and organise a number of complex activities as part of an MDT.
- Be able to reflect on and learn from relevant research evidence, policies and legislation and apply across professional and organisational boundaries.
- Must be able to independently coordinate, manage and monitor own work lists.
- Demonstrates ability to communicate clearly and effectively to both patients and staff and in challenging circumstances
- Awareness of clinical governance
- Range of effective approaches for teaching & development of juniors
- Ability to manoeuvre US equipment and accessories effectively
Desirable criteria
- Experience of audit.
Other Role Specific Requirements
Essential criteria
- Car driver as this role is across all 4 HHFT sites
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of E&D training, Conflict resolution training, communication training
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Naomi Morcumb
- Job title
- NOUS Operational Service Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07392314817
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