Speciality Lead Sonographer – General & Gynaecology (Band 8a)
We are looking to recruit an experienced, highly motivated, dynamic, innovative and pr ofessional individual to join a n established team of Speciality Lead Sonographers as a lead for G eneral and G ynaecological ultrasound
You must have a flexible approach to working and a desire to further de velop and progress the ultraso und service. You will support the operational management of the service ensuring appropriate workflows are maintained. A key component of the role is the management of in-patient flow and Rapid Access pathways to ensure optimum service delivery and effective utilisation of resource.
You will work collaboratively with in the team of Speciality Lead Sonographers supporting the management team in achieving departmental goals.
You will provide leadership and support the education of Sonographers, Trainees and Support Workers.
You should hold a Post Graduate qualification in ultrasound and have extensive clinical experience within both acute and outpatient settings. Leadership and demand management experience is essential .
P rovide and facilitate an expert level of knowledge
E xercise the highest degree of professional autonomy in the decision-making process that will improve overall patient outcomes and optimu m servi ce delivery
Participate in team leadership, education, audit and develop innovative practice, identify ing where service improvements can be made.
Quality and Governance processes, Datix, Quality Assurance and Protocol review
Training and student mentorship
Support ing the management team in achieving departmental goals
Supporting compliance with Turnaround Targets and Statutory requirements
The Imaging Departme nt provides a range of General Medical Ultrasound services which are managed and supported operationally from the Royal Stoke site. Clinical services are provided from Royal Stoke, County Stafford and multiple smaller community units. From April 2026 we will also provide services from the new Clinical Diagnostic Centre in Hanley.
The department provides out-patient services and supports our busy acute in-patient portals, plus offer s a variety of sub speciality s canning including, vascular, paediatric, MSK a nd Head & Neck.
We are a large modern department with a variety of equipment. We are a fast paced, dynamic and vibrant department with an interesting and challenging case load. We provide a 7-day service including bank holidays on a rotational basis.
Please see the attached job description and person specification, or contact the hiring manager on the details provided.