Sonographer - Imaging Departments

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

Are you an experienced Sonographer looking to advance your career within a progressive and supportive healthcare environment? NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a skilled and motivated Sonographer to join our Imaging Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to work autonomously, providing high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations and expert clinical reports that directly influence patient care and treatment pathways. As part of one of the UK's largest NHS organisations, you will work alongside multidisciplinary colleagues, contribute to service development and support the education of future Sonographers. NHSGGC is committed to professional development, innovation and delivering outstanding patient-centred care, making this an excellent opportunity for an ambitious imaging professional.

All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Full Time, Permanent
• You will be based at The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• Working Pattern: TBC
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of diagnostic ultrasound examinations independently across diverse patient groups
• Produce accurate autonomous reports and provide expert clinical guidance to support patient management
• Assess and justify referrals ensuring examinations are appropriate and clinically effective
• Prioritise workloads and respond effectively to urgent and emergency referrals
• Support, supervise and mentor trainee Sonographers, Radiographers and other healthcare professionals
• Participate in quality assurance activities, audit, clinical governance and service improvement initiatives
• Contribute to workforce planning, policy development and the effective use of departmental resources
  
  

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• HCPC registration and a recognised qualification in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent professional qualification
• Postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound such as PgCert, PgDip, MSc or equivalent
• Advanced ultrasound scanning and interpretation skills across general medical ultrasound practice
• Experience of independent reporting and autonomous clinical decision making
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to support patients through sensitive and complex situations
• Leadership, organisational and supervisory skills with experience supporting the development of students and trainees
• Commitment to continuing professional development and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of ultrasound practice, governance and healthcare legislation
  
  

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
  
  

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Jayne McElroy, Lead Sonographer on jayne.mcelroy3@nhs.scot

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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