Job summary SONOGRAPHER + £7,500 RRP Exciting Opportunity for Skilled Sonographers to Join an Outstanding Healthcare Team! We welcome sonographers of all skill levels, offering competitive Band 7 - 8a pay scales + Recruitment and Retention Premia (RRP), based on qualifications, skill mix, and years of experience. This role includes a RRP, subject to terms and conditions and annual review. When you join us, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team that leverages the latest in ultrasound technology and clinical practices. We pride ourselves on our collaborative, inclusive culture and our commitment to patient-centered care. Main duties of the job In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a team of highly skilled professionals, collaborating to deliver exceptional patient care. We value proactive and flexible individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment, working across our various sites, including Kingston Hospital, Teddington Memorial Hospital, Raynes Park Health Centre, and Surbiton Health Centre. Our department offers a wide range of examinations, including abdominal, gynae, MSK, vascular, paediatric, small parts, and obstetrics, allowing you to expand your expertise and grow professionally. To be eligible for a Band 8a role, you must be an advanced clinical practitioner with more than three years of post-qualification independent scanning experience, demonstrating a high degree of autonomy and clinical decision-making responsibility. Additionally, you should possess the ability to manage a complex caseload and perform an variety of scans with proficiency. Managerial or leadership experience is ideal for this role. We currently have an essential need for sonographers who are able to scan paediatrics and vascular (DVT and carotids) ultrasounds. About us Our Trustvalues These words are important reminders, but it's our behaviours that tell people who we are. We expect all colleagues to bring our values to life in their work. Compassionate : We provide care with kindness, understanding, and empathy for all. Inclusive : We embrace diversity and respect the unique contributions of every individual. Collaborative : We foster teamwork across all levels, working together and with our partners to deliver the best outcomes. Inspiring : We are committed to continuous improvement and excellence in patient care, staff development, and innovation. Details Date posted 21 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £51,883 to £66,239 a year per annum inclusive of outer London HCAS and £7,500 RRP* Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 396-779-NN-7043508-DE-AL-Z Job locations Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Galsworthy Rd Kingston upon Thames KT2 7QB Job description Job responsibilities ***Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in job description and person specification*** Job description Job responsibilities ***Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in job description and person specification*** Person Specification Education/Qualification Essential Degree level qualification or equivalent Post graduate specialist diploma in medical ultrasound Desirable HCPC or other appropriate professional registration Experience Essential Post-graduate experience Desirable CPD/Audit/QA experience Ultrasound training or mentoring experience 3 years post-graduate experience Management/leadership experience Knowledge Essential Sound knowledge of clinical ultrasound Desirable Advanced ultrasound skill mix Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good time management and prioritisation skills Person Specification Education/Qualification Essential Degree level qualification or equivalent Post graduate specialist diploma in medical ultrasound Desirable HCPC or other appropriate professional registration Experience Essential Post-graduate experience Desirable CPD/Audit/QA experience Ultrasound training or mentoring experience 3 years post-graduate experience Management/leadership experience Knowledge Essential Sound knowledge of clinical ultrasound Desirable Advanced ultrasound skill mix Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good time management and prioritisation 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. Employer details Employer name Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Address Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Galsworthy Rd Kingston upon Thames KT2 7QB Employer's website https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Address Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Galsworthy Rd Kingston upon Thames KT2 7QB Employer's website https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust, Galsworthy Rd, KT2 7QB Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom