Post Graduate Trainee Sonographer | Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 04 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £37,338 - £52,809 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 August 2025 |
| Location: | Norwich, NR4 7UY |
| Company: | Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7328453/234-25-CS0329 |
Summary
This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic Radiographer or other healthcare professional to join our team.
The new NNUH Diagnostic Assessment Centre (DAC) is opened in early 2025. To support the additional Sonographers required for this we need to grow our current Sonographer team by training a new Sonographers (a B7 role fully trained). The medical ultrasound qualification is a Postgraduate Diploma and will involve full time clinical work (paid at B6 from training commencement) alongside online academic learning as part of a two year course.
The NNUH Ultrasound Department currently consists of five general ultrasound rooms and five obstetric ultrasound rooms and a Vascular Lab. In addition, we provide a general ultrasound service in Cromer.
The Imaging Department at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has recently undergoing a significant asset replacement programme, boasting several state of the art new ultrasound machines.
Continuous Professional Development is actively supported through an established appraisal system, in-service training and opportunities for further post graduate study in line with operational needs and strategic vision.
Ultrasound/Radiology is committed to offering the best possible care to our patients and this requires dedication from all our staff and this role will be no exception. We will expect you to share our passion for achieving excellence in the care of our patients.
We are looking for one candidate to take on the role of Trainee Sonographer; the training required to be considered a fully qualified Sonographer will encompass all of the module requirements in General Ultrasound as well as Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound.
As a Trainee Sonographer you will work with our Sonographer Teamto obtain practical and academic skills leading to a Post Graduate Diploma (PgD) or MSc in Medical Ultrasound.
This is a busy role with varying learning demands, so building an effective rapport and effective communication with colleagues and patients, as well as being ready to learn and to take guidance will be really important.
Work undertaking different shift patterns at NNUH, and at other locations, as required in the provision of a7 day ultrasoundservice.
Full time: 37.5 hours per week
Interview date: 25th July 2025
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
You will be registered on the appropriate part of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) register or relevant professional body.
Hold a relevant first degree or diploma i.e. DCR, BSc Radiography/ Midwifery or equivalent.
This post will include both clinical training within the Ultrasound Department and academic training on the Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound course hosted by the University of Hertfordshire from September 2023.
Essential criteria for the role and entry requirements for the training course include:
• A relevant University degree or diploma (or equivalent) in health care and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or relevant professional body
• Employment in, or access to an appropriate clinical site whilst enrolled on the program. This is provided by NNUH
• Candidates normally will have 12 months relevant clinical practice experience subsequent to qualification.
The Postgraduate Diploma course while very rewarding is hard work and at times intensive, therefore candidates need to have good levels of self-motivation and be highly committed.
The following skills and experience will be required and are essential for the successful candidates:
Clinical
• To learn to undertake ultrasound examinations, improving the physical aspects of scanning with adaptation of scanning techniques as required for physical, anatomical and pathological variations. Developing in-depth knowledge of the technical aspects of machine optimisation, about safety and image clarity. With guidance be able to use analytical and judgemental skills to provide interpretation of the ultrasound images in order to provide independent clinical reports.
• To learn of the importance and details of other diagnostic tests and symptoms that may influence ultrasound findings and to ensure the most appropriate examination is performed through knowledge and communication with senior clinicians.
Professional Development:
• Develop and maintain the skills necessary to qualify as a sonographer.
• Hold a relevant degree or diploma, (i.e. BSc Radiography/ Midwifery. Etc). and to have held a clinical position for 12 months. Must be State Registered with the Health Professions Council (HCPC ) or relevant professional body.
• Work within the Code of Professional Conduct of the College of Radiographers and the Health Professions Council (HCPC)/relevant professional body, and work within limits of competence. Maintain professional registration.
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH’s ‘PRIDE’ values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence.
Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
This advert closes on Tuesday 15 Jul 2025