Overview
Advanced Practitioner Sonographer - (Full time, Part Time, Flexi Time, Part Qualified considered)
Band 7
We are looking for a dedicated Sonographer, with excellent clinical skills to join our friendly and progressive team. Whether you are a new sonographer looking for that first step into an acute environment or an experienced sonographer looking to broaden your skill set, Tameside Hospital has a wealth of opportunities to offer you. The Ultrasound department is forward thinking with investment in equipment and in clinical and managerial support. We have a Consultant Sonographer heading the department and mentorship, with two Trainee Consultant Sonographers joining the team in May. The Trust supports continued professional development, attendance at relevant study days and national conferences, and has regular ultrasound case meetings and Radiology Audit meetings. Flexible working is available with options for evening and weekend work.
Main duties
To act as an independent ultrasound practitioner performing and reporting own ultrasound examinations. To assist the Consultant Radiographer with the day to day running of the department. To provide training and supervision for relevant qualified staff groups and students deployed to the ultrasound department.
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
* Compassion
* Accountability
* Respect
* Excellence
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ and Disabled people.
Benefits
* Flexible working
* 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Sick pay
* NHS Pension Scheme
* Free eye tests and health checks
* Gym discount
* Free bicycle loan scheme
* Salary sacrifice car scheme
* Support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finances and more
Details
* Date posted: 10 September 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
* Band: Band 7
* Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year Per Annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 245-AHP7USR-03-25-E
* Job locations: Tameside Hospital, Fountain Street, Ashton Under Lyne, OL6 9RW
Qualifications and experience
Essential
* BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR
* Recognised Ultrasound qualification to a minimum level of Post Graduate / Certificate Diploma (CASE approved)
* DQASS Accreditation
* HCPC Registered
* Up-to-date professional development portfolio
Desirable
* Membership of Public Voluntary Sonographer Register SoR
* Professional Membership
* Experience in audit and quality; cranial ultrasound in neonates; 3D scanning in gynaecology imaging
Disclosure and registration
This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks and UK Registration requirements. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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