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Swansea Bay University Health Board Sonographer
The closing date is 09 September 2026
Job summary
Come and join us at Swansea Bay UHB Radiology A Great Place to Work.
Caring for each other, working together, always improving.
Are you an experienced Sonographer who is looking for a new challenge near the beautiful Gower coastline? If so we would like to hear from you!
This post will be based at Singleton Hospital which is a large, acute unit in the North of Swansea. However, you may be required to work on any of the three sites within Swansea Bay Health Board.
Our service offers Sonographers the experience of a wide variety of Ultrasound scanning, including early pregnancy, obstetric, general, gynaecological, small part and vascular US.
You would be working within a dynamic, enthusiastic and hardworking team of Sonographers and alongside a team of supportive radiologists.
A structured induction program will be provided for the successful applicant. The health board is committed to the development of radiographers employed within the service.
A good work life balance is important to us at Swansea Bay UHB however, the opportunity to work additional overtime hours is a possibility.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to expand our dynamic and motivated Ultrasound team and are inviting hard working and enthusiastic Sonographers to apply for a job with us at Swansea Bay University Health Board.
The multidisciplinary ultrasound team at Swansea have an outstanding reputation for the services provided, where the Sonographer team undertakes a comprehensive range of ultrasound examinations that includes Abdominal, Gynaecological, Obstetric, Vascular, MSK, small parts, head and neck, paediatric and sonographer led acute imaging.
The post available would suit experienced hard working sonographers who are interested in developing both clinical and leadership skills. We are looking for professional individuals who are forward thinking with great patient and team working skills. All candidates must have a suitable graduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound (PgC, PgD, MSc) and have current professional registration (HCPC/NMC).
If you have the skills we are looking for or would like to broaden those you already have, then we look forward to hearing from you.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialize in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Details
Date posted
02 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£50,129 to £57,365 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
130-AHP088-0826
Job locations
Singleton Hospital
Sketty Lane
Swansea
SA2 8QA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- Postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound
- BSc in Radiography
- Supervisory and/or Management qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant Experience working in NHS
- Has up to date CPD portfolio.
- Experience supplemented by postgraduate course(s).
- Knowledge of clinical governance and its application in Radiology departments
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team, possess Counselling Skills
- Work on own initiative and unsupervised.
- Undertake and report on a range of ultrasound scans including - obstetrics, general abdominal, vascular work.
- Manage a clinical workload and meet deadlines
- Deal with patients presenting with a range of conditions.
- Communicate learned skills to all grades of staff.
- Adapt to different work settings within the department.
- Recognise and respond sensitively and appropriately to individual patient's needs.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
- Good IT Skills
- Good interpersonal skills
Other Essential Criteria
Essential
- Physically capable of moving and positioning various types of patients and equipment.
- Enthusiastic/Motivated.
Qualification
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- Postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound
- BSc in Radiography
- Supervisory and/or Management qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant Experience working in NHS
- Has up to date CPD portfolio.
- Experience supplemented by postgraduate course(s).
- Knowledge of clinical governance and its application in Radiology departments
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team, possess Counselling Skills
- Work on own initiative and unsupervised.
- Undertake and report on a range of ultrasound scans including - obstetrics, general abdominal, vascular work.
- Manage a clinical workload and meet deadlines
- Deal with patients presenting with a range of conditions.
- Communicate learned skills to all grades of staff.
- Adapt to different work settings within the department.
- Recognise and respond sensitively and appropriately to individual patient's needs.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
- Good IT Skills
- Good interpersonal skills
Other Essential Criteria
Essential
- Physically capable of moving and positioning various types of patients and equipment.
- Enthusiastic/Motivated.
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).
Additional information
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
Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address
Singleton Hospital
Sketty Lane
Swansea
SA2 8QA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address
Singleton Hospital
Sketty Lane
Swansea
SA2 8QA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Superintendent Sonographer
Delyth Pirotte
01792285466
Details
Date posted
02 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£50,129 to £57,365 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
130-AHP088-0826
Job locations
Singleton Hospital
Sketty Lane
Swansea
SA2 8QA
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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