<div><p>Go back Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust</p><h3>Sonographer (+£7,500 RRP)</h3><p><b>The closing date is 28 June 2026</b></p><ul><li>Exciting Opportunity for Skilled Sonographers to Join an Outstanding Healthcare Team</li><li>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</li><li>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.</li><li>Do not email the Ultrasound Lead with applications. Please apply directly through the job link.</li><li>Please note: The advert is for band 7‑8a. The banding offered will be dependant on skill mix and experience.</li></ul><h3>Main duties of the job</h3><ul><li>In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside a team of highly skilled professionals, collaborating to deliver exceptional patient care</li><li>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</li><li>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</li><li>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 a variety of scans with proficiency</li><li>Managerial or leadership experience is ideal for this role</li><li>We currently have an essential need for multi‑skilled sonographers who are able to scan a variety of paediatrics, MSK and vascular ultrasounds.</li></ul><h3>About us</h3><p>Our Trustvalues</p><p>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.</p><ul><li><b>Compassionate</b>: We provide care with kindness, understanding, and empathy for all.</li><li><b>Inclusive</b>: We embrace diversity and respect the unique contributions of every individual.</li><li><b>Collaborative</b>: We foster teamwork across all levels, working together and with our partners to deliver the best outcomes.</li><li><b>Inspiring</b>: We are committed to continuous improvement and excellence in patient care, staff development, and innovation.</li></ul><h3>Job responsibilities</h3><p>Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in job description and person specification</p><h3>Person Specification</h3><h3>Education/Qualification</h3><ul><li>Degree level qualification or equivalent</li><li>Post graduate specialist diploma in medical ultrasound</li><li>HCPC or other appropriate professional registration</li></ul><h3>Experience</h3><ul><li>CPD/Audit/QA experience</li><li>Ultrasound training or mentoring experience</li><li>3 years post‑graduate experience</li></ul><h3>Knowledge</h3><ul><li>Sound knowledge of clinical ultrasound</li><li>Advanced ultrasound skill mix</li></ul><h3>Skills</h3><ul><li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Good time management and prioritisation skills</li></ul><h3>Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3><p>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.</p><h3>Employer name</h3><p>Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust</p><h3>Address</h3><p>Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust</p><p>£55,524 to £70,887 a yearper annum inc outer HCAS + £7,500 RRP (pro‑rata)</p><h3>Contract</h3><p>Permanent</p><h3>Working pattern</h3><p>Full‑time,Part‑time</p><h3>Reference number</h3><p>396-7737915-GO-LP-B</p><h3>Job locations</h3><p>Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust</p></div>