Sonographer
The closing date is 27 July 2026

Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Radiology team at Southend Hospital as a Sonographer.

As a member of our busy and dynamic department you would be encouraged to be involved in performing a wide range of ultrasound examinations, including: Obstetric, Gynecological, General Abdominal, Small Parts, Vascular, and neonatal hip ultrasound examinations.

Mid and South Essex NHS Trust offers flexible working patterns, such as full time hours over a 4 day working week including weekends plus part time hours will be considered.

Main duties of the job

• This role requires the post holder to have advanced clinical judgement to enable independent effective decision-making.
• To undertake, interpret and take responsibility for ultrasound examinations performed.
• To formulate, issue and be accountable for accurate clinical reports ensuring the findings are reported and acted upon.
• Proactively support and participate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure an effective, efficient delivery of service in order to maintain departmental standards.
• To plan, assess, deliver and evaluate personal workload in liaison with line manager and clinical lead.
• The post holder will assist with and encourage service development and innovation.
• To maintain good and effective professional practices.
• Ensure consistent application and compliance of policies and standards.
• The post holder is required to maintain accurate, contemporaneous records in line with Trust guidelines and policies.

About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Details
Date posted: 14 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 a year Per Annum Pro Rata for Part Time
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Flexible working
Reference number: 390-CSS-SO-3909
Job locations: Southend, Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff on Sea, SS0 0RY, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities? Then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Person Specification
Suitability
Essential

• NHS Experience
• At least three years post qualification
• UK trained

Desirable

• evidence of post-graduate training

Experience
Essential

• Independent reporting and direct liaison with referrers

Desirable

• Ability to work in a high pressure environment

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.

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).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Southend, Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff on Sea, SS0 0RY, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical Ultrasound Manager
Peter Gettings
peter.gettings@nhs.net
01702435555