Bank Sonographer

Bank Sonographer
The closing date is 17 August 2026

Job summary
Please note, this is a Bank / 0 hour contract.

We are delighted to offer this exciting exciting opportunity for a qualified Reporting Sonographer to join our forward-thinking Ultrasound team at Wrexham Maelor Hospital, with opportunities to work across our Community Hospitals in Chirk and Deeside, providing a varied and rewarding caseload.

As a Bank Band 7 Reporting Sonographer, you will play a key role in the development of the Ultrasound service, working collaboratively with senior colleagues to ensure care is high quality, patient-centred, safe and responsive to the needs of our communities.

You will join a dedicated team of Sonographers and Radiographic Assistants, known for strong professional standards, peer support and a commitment to continuous improvement. We support professional development and offer flexibility, including extended days to support service delivery and work-life balance.

The department benefits from a modern ultrasound fleet, with most equipment purchased within the last two years and managed in line with Canadian Equipment Lifecycle standards. We use the Trophon 2 system for probe decontamination and provide chaperone support for all examinations.

Main duties of the job
As a Reporting Sonographer, you will be professionally and independently responsible for performing and reporting a wide range of specialised ultrasound examinations to a high clinical standard. You will work in accordance with departmental policies and professional guidelines, remaining fully accountable for your own clinical practice and decisions.

The role requires excellent diagnostic and reporting skills, underpinned by significant postgraduate ultrasound experience and a recognised postgraduate qualification. You will be expected to demonstrate expertise across a broad clinical caseload, including general abdominal, gynaecological, obstetric and DVT examinations. Experience in small parts and/or musculoskeletal ultrasound would be advantageous.

You will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality, patient-focused ultrasound service, maintaining professionalism, accuracy and patient dignity at all times, while working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Applicants must hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (or equivalent) awarded by a CASE-accredited UK university. Registration with the HCPC is essential. Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an on-site, face-to-face interview.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; however, Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details
Date posted: 03 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £50,129 to £57,365 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract: Bank
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 050-AHP147-0826
Job locations: Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Croesnewydd Road, Wrexham, LL13 7TD, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
A full Job Description and Person Specification can be found within the supporting documents, or by clicking Apply now to view the details on TRAC.

Applicants must hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound (or equivalent) awarded by a CASE-accredited UK university. Registration with the HCPC is essential.

Please note that shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an onsite assessment session. This face-to-face session will include practical elements such as scanning, reporting and vetting, alongside structured interview-style scenarios, allowing you to fully demonstrate your clinical expertise and professional judgement.

Person Specification
Qualifications
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Experience
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Skills
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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: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address: Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Croesnewydd Road, Wrexham, LL13 7TD, United Kingdom
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Principal Sonographer
Angela Jones
angela.jones21@wales.nhs.uk
03000847897