Job summary

The post holder will undertake a CASE-accredited Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound while employed within the Ultrasound Department as a Student Sonographer. The qualification must be completed within the timeframe set by the university. This post is offered as a 2-year fixed-term training contract linked to the duration and successful completion of the programme. Progression to a substantive Band 7 Sonographer post will be dependent on achieving the required sonography qualification and demonstrating the competencies expected of the role. Working under the supervision of qualified sonographers, the post holder will develop the knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours required to perform and report diagnostic ultrasound examinations safely and effectively. They will deliver compassionate, patient-centred care in line with NHS values, professional standards and Trust policies, supporting the provision of a high-quality ultrasound service. During training, the post holder will work as a Student Sonographer across designated sites, Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00. Following successful qualification and appointment to a Band 7 role, working patterns will be service-led and support a seven-day service. The post holder will work across designated sites and participate in a flexible rota between 08:00-18:00, including weekends and bank holidays as required.

Main duties of the job

To work at an advanced level of practice providing a high quality ultrasound service with comprehensive independently written reports

Communicate highly complex information regarding diagnosis/treatment directly with Clinicians and patients

To independently prioritise patients and organise workload from a variety of referral pathways to meet the needs of the service

Provide expert opinion/advice and contribute to the management of the Ultrasound Department

To undertake additional responsibilities as identified by the Lead Sonograph

To undertake additional responsibilities as identified by the Lead Sonographer

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Details

Date posted

09 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

272-8316655

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. Certificate of sponsorship Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Minimum 1 year post Radiographic qualification experience
• Basic knowledge of ultrasound procedures
• Demonstration of earlier interest in ultrasound

Desirable

• Previous involvement in quality assurance
• Minimum 2 years post Radiographic qualification experience

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• DCR or BSc Diagnostic Radiography
• Health Care Professions Council Registration or other relevant registration
• Illustrate a commitment to acquire the practical/academic requirements to meet the demands of the course
• Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound to be achieved within an appropriate time from commencement of course
• Documented evidence of CPD
• UK ENIC statement of comparability

Desirable

• Developed IT skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate complex information appropriate to the recipients level of understanding
• Ability to empathise with and reassure patients/carers who may be distressed
• Provide equality of care to patients/carers regardless of medical or social issues.
• Ability to communicate with patients/carers where there are barriers to understanding (language, hearing impaired, learning difficulties)
• Appreciation of responsibilities of the post, in terms of "breaking bad news" etc
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Able to work under pressure
• Follow protocols but able to evaluate the need for consultation with senior colleagues
• Logical & Methodical manner
• Able to accommodate the demands of the post as required with flexible working and good attendance.

Desirable

• Analytical and judgemental skills

Person Specification Knowledge & Experience Essential Minimum 1 year post Radiographic qualification experience Basic knowledge of ultrasound procedures Demonstration of earlier interest in ultrasound Desirable Previous involvement in quality assurance Minimum 2 years post Radiographic qualification experience Qualifications & Training Essential DCR or BSc Diagnostic Radiography Health Care Professions Council Registration or other relevant registration Illustrate a commitment to acquire the practical/academic requirements to meet the demands of the course Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound to be achieved within an appropriate time from commencement of course Documented evidence of CPD UK ENIC statement of comparability Desirable Developed IT skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) Personal Attributes & Skills Essential Ability to communicate complex information appropriate to the recipients level of understanding Ability to empathise with and reassure patients/carers who may be distressed Provide equality of care to patients/carers regardless of medical or social issues. Ability to communicate with patients/carers where there are barriers to understanding (language, hearing impaired, learning difficulties) Appreciation of responsibilities of the post, in terms of "breaking bad news" etc Ability to prioritise workload Able to work under pressure Follow protocols but able to evaluate the need for consultation with senior colleagues Logical & Methodical manner Able to accommodate the demands of the post as required with flexible working and good attendance. Desirable Analytical and judgemental skills

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. 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).

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)