Trainee Sonographer - Imaging Birmingham

Closing date 09 August 2026 Job summary Join Our Team as a B6 Trainee Sonographer University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust - QE Are you ready to take the next step in your healthcare career? UHB NHS Trust is offering an exciting opportunity to train as a Sonographer through a fully supported development programme. As one of the UKs largest and innovative NHS Trusts, UHB is committed to delivering world‑class patient care and investing in the professional growth of our staff. Our comprehensive training pathway combines academic study with hands‑on clinical experience, enabling you to gain the skills and qualifications needed to become a highly competent, independent practitioner in ultrasound imaging. You will work alongside experienced sonographers across a range of ultrasound specialties depending on site base. With access to state‑of‑the‑art equipment, youll be supported by a friendly, knowledgeable team dedicated to mentoring and helping you succeed. Main duties of the job Your daily duties will include observing, assisting, and eventually performing a range of ultrasound examinations. You will learn to produce high‑quality images, make accurate observations, and communicate findings effectively to clinical colleagues. Person Specification Qualifications Essential * Educated to degree level or equivalent, have a post graduate accredited qualification in medical ultrasound * Must be state registered (HCPC or NMC) when eligible or Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT) Experience Essential * Must have relevant skills/knowledge/experience in the range of ultrasound techniques which are required * To possess a full understanding of ethical and moral issues to enable delivery of bad news to patients in an appropriate/empathetic manner * An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce. Desirable * IT experience to use the necessary computerised reporting system and image recording system * Must be prepared to assist with the development of the service and protocols * Possess knowledge and understanding of the audit process Additional Criteria Essential * Demonstration of innovation in the healthcare profession. * Courteous conduct in difficult/contentious situations. * Positive application of professional code of conduct About us University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role. Details Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: Band 6 Salary: £39,959 to £56,515 a year Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working Reference number: 304-1102977 Job locations: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TH, United Kingdom Job description Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description 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: University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TH, United Kingdom Employers website: https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm Employer contact details For questions about the job, contact: Hiring Manager Ezinne Nwaomu Ezinne.Nwaomu@uhb.nhs.uk 01213712305 J-18808-Ljbffr