Trainee Sonographer - Obstetrics and Gynaecology
The closing date is 23 July 2025
Job summary
We are looking for an appropriately qualified person to come and join the Maternity Ultrasound Department and be trained into a qualified sonographer vacancy that we currently hold. Ideally the applicant will already be qualified as a radiographer or midwife, however a nurse with any other relevant background will be considered.
The work within the department, includes obstetric, general gynaecological, fertility and emergency gynaecological examinations.
We can offer permanent and part time working contracts to suitable applicants and if you have what we are looking for we want to recruit you now and welcome you to our friendly and dynamic team. If we like what we see in your application we will contact you immediately and invite you for interview.
*This post is being offered under Annex 21 of the NHS Terms and Conditions. The successful candidate will be appointed at a percentage of the Band 6 salary while undertaking the required training and development. On completion of the agreed training and once the required competencies are met, the postholder will progress to the Band 7 salary.
Main duties of the job
Sonographer - Trainee (Maternity)
Train to undertake and interpret diagnostic imaging under supervision.
Formulate and issue clinical reports under supervision. To promote and encourage good effective professional practices in the department by example
To participate under supervision in advanced clinical based practicTo have a professional and courteous manner and always uphold the reputation of the ultrasound department.
Observe confidentiality with respect to the trust patient, staff and NHS information at all.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital foundation trusts in the country, and currently touch the lives of half a million patients in the west of Berkshire every year by providing high quality acute medical and surgical services for our local communities. The Trust strives to provide high quality, compassionate care for our patients and their families.
Our values:
- Compassionate
- Aspirational
- Resourceful
- Excellent
The town of Reading sits on the River Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford, and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work, and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.
The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as good.
Details
Date posted
10 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata for part time candidates (Annex 21)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
193-7318001UCG
Job locations
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
Employer's website
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