Job summary
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Specialist Sonographer to join our established Head and Neck Ultrasound Service at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.

The successful candidate will independently perform, interpret and report specialist Head and Neck ultrasound examinations and undertake ultrasound-guided Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) procedures within a high-volume one-stop diagnostic service. Working as an autonomous practitioner, the post holder will support rapid cancer diagnosis, multidisciplinary decision-making, service development, clinical governance and workforce development.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced sonographer with substantial expertise in Head and Neck ultrasound, advanced clinical reasoning skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care within complex cancer and diagnostic pathways.

The role works closely with ENT Consultants, Radiologists, Pathologists, Clinical Nurse Specialists and wider multidisciplinary teams to provide expert diagnostic services supporting ENT, Maxillofacial and Head and Neck Cancer pathways.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

• Independently perform and report specialist Head and Neck ultrasound examinations.
• Undertake ultrasound-guided Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) procedures.
• Assess and manage complex Head and Neck diagnostic pathways.
• Support rapid access and one-stop neck lump and cancer diagnostic services.
• Review relevant imaging and clinical information to inform patient management.
• Work collaboratively with ENT, Radiology, Pathology and Oncology multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide expert clinical advice to colleagues and contribute to MDT discussions.
• Ensure the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care.
• Support clinical audit, quality improvement projects and service development initiatives.
• Contribute to clinical governance and maintenance of professional standards.
• Supervise, mentor and support trainee and junior sonographers.
• Participate in teaching, training and workforce development activities.
• Monitor service performance and support delivery of cancer pathway targets.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records and reports.
• Contribute to the strategic development of the Head and Neck Ultrasound Service.

About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation. Apply through our website for further details.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details
Date posted: 28 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 8a
Salary: £57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 218-AHP-B8A-8312936-A

Essential qualifications

• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography
• HCPC Registration
• Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (PgDip) or equivalent CASE-accredited qualification
• Substantial specialist training and competency in Head and Neck Ultrasound practice
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) relevant to specialist ultrasound practice
• Qualification and competency to independently report ultrasound examinations

Desirable qualifications

• Master's degree in medical Ultrasound, Advanced Clinical Practice or a related subject
• Qualification in clinical leadership, education or service improvement
• Independent Non-Medical Prescribing qualification
• Teaching, mentorship or clinical assessor qualification

Essential experience

• Experience performing ultrasound guided Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) procedures within Head and Neck services
• Significant experience in Head and Neck ultrasound practice as an autonomous practitioner
• Demonstrable expertise in the assessment and reporting of neck lumps, thyroid pathology, salivary gland disease and cervical lymph node abnormalities
• Experience working within Head and Neck cancer pathways, including urgent suspected cancer referrals and one-stop diagnostic services
• Experience contributing to multidisciplinary team (MDT) decision-making
• Experience providing independent ultrasound reports and communicating complex findings to referrers

Desirable experience

• Experience performing ultrasound-guided core biopsy procedures
• One-stop neck lump clinic experience
• Service development experience
• Research activity
• Teaching and training experience
• Leadership responsibilities within a specialist ultrasound service

Essential knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of Head and Neck anatomy, pathology and ultrasound imaging techniques
• Detailed understanding of Head and Neck cancer pathways and national cancer standards
• Knowledge of ultrasound-guided FNA procedures and associated governance requirements
• Advanced knowledge of PACS, RIS and ultrasound reporting systems
• Understanding of clinical governance, audit and quality assurance within ultrasound services

Desirable knowledge

• Further postgraduate training relevant to Head and Neck/ENT imaging, interventional procedures, or advanced clinical practice
• Additional formal training in areas such as leadership, education, research, or quality improvement

Essential skills

• Advanced communication skills
• Expert Head and Neck ultrasound scanning and reporting skills
• Competence in ultrasound-guided FNA procedures
• Ability to independently manage complex diagnostic pathways
• Ability to prioritise and manage competing clinical demands
• Advanced clinical reasoning and judgement

Desirable skills

• Experience leading clinical service improvement
• Experience supporting specialist training programmes
• Experience presenting at MDT meetings

Essential commitment to Trust values and behaviours

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values (as detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document)
• Applicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

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. Further information is available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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

Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk

For questions about the job, contact:
General and Ultrasound Superintendent Radiographer, Navninder Gill, Navninder.Gill2@uhcw.nhs.uk

The Trust is committed to equality and human rights principles. Privacy notice available on the Trust website.