Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Trainee Reporting Sonographer
The closing date is 23 November 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the Ultrasound department to recruit a Trainee Sonographer, to be supported in undertaking an accredited post graduate training programme in Medical Ultrasound. The successful applicant will undertake a Post Graduate Certificate (PG Cert) in Medical Ultrasound, to include a combination of the sub-specialties including Obstetrics, Gynaecology, General Medical Ultrasound. The successful candidate will be based at the City and Weston Operating Unit (C&WOU), working on all sites as required.

The successful applicant will be expected to have a good honours degree in a relevant health care subject from a recognised institution of higher education, so as to meet the entrance requirements for post-graduate education.

The applicant should also be able to demonstrate an interest in the ultrasound modality, experience working in, and knowledge of, NHS standards and practices, and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to CPD in a relevant healthcare setting.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 1st December

Main duties of the job

• To complete post graduate training in Medical Ultrasound to support Ultrasound services at C&WOU
• Work under supervision from qualified sonographers and Radiologists to learn to effectively perform ultrasound examinations to a high standard
• Learn to provide free text reports to support ultrasound findings
• Take responsibility for the academic demands of the post graduate course with clinical aspects of the role
• Participate in regular feedback with sonographers and/ or a named clinical mentor to address any issues and put support in place where needed
• Actively engage with CPD and be proactive and responsible for self-directed learning
• Develop proficient IT skills in relation to Radiology Information Systems and patient data management

About us
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £56,515 a year pa pro rata (Band 7 after training & completion of preceptorship)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 387-DT0059-DY

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: BSc (Hons) Radiography or equivalent
• Desirable: BSc in Radiography from CASE accredited university (or equivalent health care qualification)
• Desirable: Registration with the HCPC (Or equivalent statutory regulator)

Knowledge and Experience

• Essential: Basic knowledge and some experience in ultrasound modality
• Essential: Proven ability to act independently and manage own workload on a day to day basis
• Essential: Can evidence appropriate ongoing work-related development (maintained portfolio)
• Desirable: Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology relevant to diagnostic imaging
• Desirable: Awareness of current professional standards and guidance relating to ultrasound practice
• Desirable: Previous experience working within a diagnostic imaging department
• Desirable: Experience of managing competing priorities in a busy clinical environment

Skills and Abilities

• Essential: Organisational skills - workload planning, time management, prioritisation
• Essential: Ability to work independently and take responsibility for own learning and development
• Essential: Ability to communicate complex information clearly and sensitively to patients and colleagues
• Desirable: Research and Development 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Bristol Royal Infirmary, Upper Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS23 4TQ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply via the company portal

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Ultrasound Modality lead, Tina Stoyles, tina.stoyles1@nhs.net, 0193429367

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