Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual to take on a fixed term training post with us, based at Charing Cross hospital. With the support of the local multidisciplinary ultrasound team and the North West London Ultrasound academy you will be complete a postgraduate diploma over a maximum 18-month period. You will be enrolling on the King's college medical ultrasound programme from September 2026. Applicants should ensure they meet the minimum academic requirements expected. The service at Charing cross is extensive and varied, you will be developing your general ultrasound skills in abdominal and pelvic imaging, alongside some vascular work during the training period.It is expected that our trainee will then join the ultrasound team after qualification when a substantive post is available. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced radiographer, nurse or other allied health professional to progress their career and develop new and highly sought after knowledge and skills in a supportive environment within North West London. For further information, please contact: Vishal Pratap Vishal.pratap@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

• Perform General and Specialised Ultrasound procedures according to Trust,Departmental (under supervision) and statutory regulations.
• To perform a wide range of general and complex ultrasound examinations (under supervision). To mark suitable sites to aid localisation for interventional procedures.
• To clinically justify ultrasound requests and plan work load by prioritising requests in accordance with clinical urgency.
• Assist in the day to day running of the ultrasound unit and to deal effectively with unpredictable patient demands.
• To use the equipment and accessories safely and effectively, reporting any faults through the appropriate channels.
• To be conversant with the department computer systems and ensure that accurate records are maintained.
• To participate in database housekeeping as required.
• To participate in audit, research and quality control programmes.
• Provision of clinical information to the patient whilst interpreting, negotiating and adapting the procedure as applicable to that patient.
• To ensure that all standard operating procedures, protocols and guidelines are adhered to by all members of staff.

About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.

Details
Date posted: 02 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £47,951 to £56,863 a year pa inclusive
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 2 years
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 290-WCCS-2579
Job locations: Charing Cross Hospital, London, W6 8RF, United Kingdom

Job description
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification
Education
Essential

• Bsc in Midwifery / Radiography

Desirable

• HPC (Health Professions Council), NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council), GMC (General Medical Council)

Experience
Essential

• Midwifery / Radiography

Skills
Essential

• Team work
• Leadership

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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff.