Student Sonographer

Job summary

To undertake ultrasound examinations of patients under direct supervision of sonographers in the areas of both general and obstetric ultrasound.

To attend university as scheduled and complete all theory and practical assessments on time.

To liaise with ultrasound clinical lead for the purposes of scheduling training lists and progress checks.

This role requires HCPC Registration.

This post will include rotation to Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch Hospitals and HSU CDC site.

Interview - Monday, 7th September, 2026

Main duties of the job

The post holder will undertake training in the specialist areas of Obstetric and General Ultrasound. This will involve studying towards a postgraduate qualification on a day or block release system at a university of the Departments choice.

Participation in the extended day rota will be required.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process. Applicants who provide personal evidence of the attributes required for the post will score more highly.

Job responsibilities

The post holder will undertake training in the specialist areas of Obstetric and General Ultrasound. This will involve studying towards a postgraduate qualification on a day or block release system at a university of the Departments choice.

Participation in the extended day rota will be required.

This post will include occasional rotation to Christchurch Hospital and HSU CDC site

Please see attached job descriptions and person specifications for further details.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Radiography or equivalent
• HCPC registered or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience working within radiology/modalities

Desirable

• Recent NHS experience
• Evidence of CPD

Knowledge

Essential

• High level of knowledge of anatomy and pathology
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work flexibly based on thneeds of the service

Desirable

• Understanding of local and national guidance relevant to US
• Ability to cope with work pressures and manage time effctively