Band 8a - Clinical Specialist Sonographer | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 13 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £61,631 - £68,623 per annum inclusive of HCAS |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 March 2026 |
| Location: | Herts, EN5 3DJ |
| Company: | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7793280/391-RFL-7793280 |
Summary
The role of Clinical Specialist Sonographer at the Royal Free Hospital is a vital one, encompassing a wide range of responsibilities within the Group Clinical Services division. Positioned at the 8a salary band, this role requires a high level of expertise in sonography, offering an opportunity to work across multiple sites including Royal Free, Barnet, and Chase Farm and peripheral sites. The position is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high-quality diagnostic imaging services, contributing significantly to patient care and clinical outcomes.
The main duties of a Clinical Specialist Sonographer include performing a diverse range of sonographic procedures with a high degree of proficiency and autonomy. This involves maintaining the highest standards of patient care, implementing best practices in sonography, and contributing to the development of protocols and guidelines. The role demands active participation in multidisciplinary teams, offering expert advice and support in sonographic matters. Additionally, the sonographer plays a key role in education and training, both for team members and in the broader professional community, ensuring continuous advancement in clinical practice.
Support for consultant sonographers and managers are part of this advanced Band 8a role.
Cross site rotation through Barnet, Chase Farm, Edgware, satellite hospitals may be required depending on service needs.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
For a detailed job description and personal specification of the role, please see documents attached to this advertisement.
This advert closes on Friday 27 Feb 2026