Sonographer

Are you looking to broaden your skills and take your career to the next level? As a Sonographer in our Northern service, you’ll enjoy a varied caseload that will enhance your clinical expertise. We’ll invest in you with funded training, opportunities to attend national conferences and help you grow with the chance to collaborate with regional diagnostic networks.

Be part of an innovative NHS trust that truly values and cares for its team. Plus, enjoy a great work-life balance surrounded by Devon's stunning coastlines, breath taking National Parks, and lively cities.

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

As a sonographer in our Ultrasound department, you'll experience a varied caseload of conditions and support patients of all ages, allowing you to increase your skills. You'll be able to practice and develop your teaching skills through our student sonographer and registrar training programme.

You will split your time working between; general/inpatient ultrasound, antenatal and early pregnancy service. Community sites. Sub speciality training where relevant. Relevant governance/audit activity.

A sonographer with a range of skills is preferred however, candidates with certain ultrasound sub-specialities will be considered.

It is an exciting time to join the team as a Sonographer, with new development projects planned, and a focus on developing non - traditional roles within the team. You will be encouraged to grow with training, development, mentoring and a nurturing team. You will have the chance to attend the British Medical Ultrasound Conference, collaborate with colleagues across the Peninsula Diagnostic Network.

About our Ultrasound department

We are a small, friendly team of 13 sonographers, including

1 trainee advanced practitioner, 2 vascular sonographers, 1 midwife sonographer, and 1 superintendent sonographer.

Working Pattern:37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Interview Date:To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Shelley Thompson. Superintendent Sonographer on  or email

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust
and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do,  to…