Job summaryDue to increased demand, there is a vacancy for an enthusiastic and highly motivated sonographer at the Denmark Hill site. If you are dynamic and proactive, you would be ideal to join our friendly team.
You must be either HCPC registered or have a relevant professional qualification with a PGDip/MSc in Medical Ultrasound (or equivalent).
We enjoy a close working relationship and are fully supported by our radiology consultant colleagues.
Previously shortlisted candidates need not apply.For further details on the above or to request an informal visit, please contact Jennifer Andrews-Kirkwood, Ultrasound Clinical Specialist Manager, General Ultrasound Department, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS via 0203 2993059.
Main duties of the jobThe work at Denmark Hill is complex and varied, serving a diverse local population while also functioning as a tertiary referral centre for a range of medical and surgical specialties. A significant proportion of the workload involves complex liver imaging, for which full training will be provided. Sonographers are expected to perform ultrasound examinations independently across the ultrasound department, inpatient wards and intensive care units, including bedside scanning of critically ill patients.
The department supports several one-stop liver clinics and maintains a flexible approach to accommodating urgent same-day referrals. Sonographers are also involved in Contrast Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS), while MSK sonographers have extended their scope of practice to include ultrasound-guided injections.
Applicants must have substantial experience in abdominal, gynaecological (transabdominal and transvaginal) and small parts ultrasound. Experience in paediatric ultrasound and/or MSK injections is desirable but not essential. Recent NHS ultrasound experience is required.
The department is committed to education and regularly trains radiology registrars, student sonographers and radiographers. Proven teaching and mentoring experience, excellent communication skills, adaptability and a collaborative approach are essential. The successful candidate will contribute to research, audit, service development and ongoing quality improvement.
About usThe Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.DetailsDate posted: 08 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 8a
Salary: £66,274 to £73,496 a year
Per annum, including HCA, R&R Premia of 5K (Pro Rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Compressed hours
Reference number: 213-Division-A-8092579
Job locations: Denmark Hill, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities- To provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of ultrasound services to the agreed standards in the general ultrasound department.
- To take responsibility for own case load and report independently on the images at the time of the examination and to discuss results, give reassurance when appropriate to patients
- To be accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelines
- To communicate complex information relating to conditions and procedures to staff, patients and carers, and ensure informed consent for examinations.
- To position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patients needs.
- Deputise for the Clinical Specialist Manager in their absence.
- Provide input into the overall staffing strategy for the Ultrasound Department, to enable smooth running of the service. This will include the re-allocation of workload and/or resources as necessary.
- To undertake specific roles in the day-to-day management of the department and will have specific duties within the service for which they will be expected to be responsible.
- To supervise, train and appraise student sonographer and Radiology registrars.
- Assess Radiology Registrar competency prior to them starting their own ultrasound lists and doing on call.
- Have a recognised professional qualification either as a Diagnostic Radiographer with the Healthcare Profession Council (HCPC) or other professional body.
- Hold recognised Post graduate medical ultrasound qualification from an accredited higher educational institution (HEI).
- Responsible for own continued profession development (CPD) undertaking various evidenced activities.
- Develop working partnerships and encourage effective communication between stakeholders.
- Anticipate barriers to effective communication and take steps to improve them.
- Communicate effectively with staff within and outside of the department to ensure the smooth operation of services.
Job responsibilities- To provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of ultrasound services to the agreed standards in the general ultrasound department.
- To take responsibility for own case load and report independently on the images at the time of the examination and to discuss results, give reassurance when appropriate to patients
- To be accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelines
- To communicate complex information relating to conditions and procedures to staff, patients and carers, and ensure informed consent for examinations.
- To position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patients needs.
- Deputise for the Clinical Specialist Manager in their absence.
- Provide input into the overall staffing strategy for the Ultrasound Department, to enable smooth running of the service. This will include the re-allocation of workload and/or resources as necessary.
- To undertake specific roles in the day-to-day management of the department and will have specific duties within the service for which they will be expected to be responsible.
- To supervise, train and appraise student sonographer and Radiology registrars.
- Assess Radiology Registrar competency prior to them starting their own ultrasound lists and doing on call.
- Have a recognised professional qualification either as a Diagnostic Radiographer with the Healthcare Profession Council (HCPC) or other professional body.
- Hold recognised Post graduate medical ultrasound qualification from an accredited higher educational institution (HEI).
- Responsible for own continued profession development (CPD) undertaking various evidenced activities.
- Develop working partnerships and encourage effective communication between stakeholders.
- Anticipate barriers to effective communication and take steps to improve them.
- Communicate effectively with staff within and outside of the department to ensure the smooth operation of services.
Person SpecificationClinical Specialist SonographerEssential- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Proven post graduate experience in general medical scanning essentially upper abdominal, pelvic (including transvaginal), small parts including testes, thyroid.
- Health Professions Council (HCPC) Registration.
- Recent NHS experience
- Pg Dip in medical ultrasound or equivalent professional qualification
- Proven teaching experience
Desirable- MSK injection experience
- Paediatric ultrasound experience
- Evidence of relevant continuous professional development (CPD)
- Evidence of participation in departmental research and audit
- Experience in contrast enhanced ultrasound (CEUS)
Person SpecificationClinical Specialist SonographerEssential- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Proven post graduate experience in general medical scanning essentially upper abdominal, pelvic (including transvaginal), small parts including testes, thyroid.
- Health Professions Council (HCPC) Registration.
- Recent NHS experience
- Pg Dip in medical ultrasound or equivalent professional qualification
- Proven teaching experience
Desirable- MSK injection experience
- Paediatric ultrasound experience
- Evidence of relevant continuous professional development (CPD)
- Evidence of participation in departmental research and audit
- Experience in contrast enhanced ultrasound (CEUS)
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Denmark Hill, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer detailsEmployer name: King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Denmark Hill, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Ultrasound Superintendent
Jennifer Andrews-Kirkwood
jennifer.andrews1@nhs.net
02032999000
DetailsDate posted: 08 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 8a
Salary: £66,274 to £73,496 a year
Per annum, including HCA, R&R Premia of 5K (Pro Rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Compressed hours
Reference number: 213-Division-A-8092579
Job locations: Denmark Hill, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS, United Kingdom
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