1722 - Specialist Radiographer - Reporting Sonographer
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly Ultrasound team at BDGH NHS foundation trust.
This friendly team provides ultrasound services across two sites, one at the main hospital site and also the brand-new community diagnostic centre in Barnsley town centre. This high-profile centre is the first of its kind in this area, within a shopping centre and provides ultrasound and other radiology services within the heart of the community. With easy parking and being surrounded by retail units this centre is the ideal place to work. Barnsley town centre has undergone a multi-million-pound regeneration scheme and is a vibrant, bustling town offering good quality retail outlets and leisure facilities. The nearby Peak district offers beautiful scenery, walking and outdoor activities. There is easy access to the M1 at both sites and the train and bus station is a five-minute walk from the community diagnostic centre. A slightly longer walk or very short bus journey will bring you to the main hospital site.
You will be actively encouraged to widen your scope of practise as we provide a paediatric, musculoskeletal, head and neck service and an expanding vascular service as well as more routine work in both general and obstetric ultrasound. The sonographers here have a wide range of experience and are always happy to share their knowledge. Particular areas of interest will also be actively encouraged and we are hoping to expand our sonographer led neck FNA service.
Main duties of the job
The purpose of this role is to provide an independent, cost effective, accurate ultrasound service.
The successful candidate will have a high level of clinical competence in a wide range of ultrasound techniques. A Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent and current state registration is essential as is excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
The successful candidate will demonstrate good team work and be compliant with all mandatory training including clinical governance and protection.
Experience of working in an NHS setting is desirable.
So, if you are dynamic, hardworking and enthusiastic and want to further your experience, working part of the time in a state-of-the-art centre then Barnsley is the place for you!
For an informal visit or more information please contact Sara Finnerty, (sarafinnerty@nhs.net).
Please note interviews are scheduled for 26/11/25.
About us
We reserve the right to close positions early
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work
We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction
Details
Date posted
04 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £57,410 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9163-1722E-11-25
Job locations
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Community Diagnostic Centre
8 The Glass Works
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S70 1GW
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- To have general radiographic experience
Desirable
- Experience of clinical teaching in ultrasound
- First line management experience
- Experience of clinical audit and statistical analysis
Values based questions
Essential
- In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
- In around 100 words describe how you work as part of a team to optimise patient care in your current role.
Qualifications
Essential
- High level of clinical competence in a wide range of ultrasound techniques
- DCR or BSc Radiography
- Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent
- Current state registration
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Health and safety procedures (ADD)
- Data protection and patient confidentiality (ADD)
Experience
Essential
- To have general radiographic experience
Desirable
- Experience of clinical teaching in ultrasound
- First line management experience
- Experience of clinical audit and statistical analysis
Values based questions
Essential
- In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
- In around 100 words describe how you work as part of a team to optimise patient care in your current role.
Qualifications
Essential
- High level of clinical competence in a wide range of ultrasound techniques
- DCR or BSc Radiography
- Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent
- Current state registration
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Health and safety procedures (ADD)
- Data protection and patient confidentiality (ADD)
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional informationDisclosure 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.
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
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Employer's website
https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Employer's website
Salary range
- £47,810 - £57,410 per year