Senior Sonographer
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
£57,528 – £64,750 / year
Salary
Above P75 for SOC 2254
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Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2254 (93% match) is an eligible occupation, and THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST assigned 9 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2254 jobs, according to the Home Office.
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2254 Medical radiographers Most likely code | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Job description
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.
This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.
We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.
Job overview
As a Senior Sonographer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality diagnostic ultrasound services across a range of specialties including obstetrics, gynaecology, abdominal, small parts, vascular, and musculoskeletal imaging (if qualified). You will be responsible for independently managing and reporting on your own patient caseload, synthesising clinical history and scan findings to produce accurate diagnostic reports, and seeking second opinions when clinically appropriate.
You will uphold and advance professional standards through active participation in Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and contribute to the development of the ultrasound service by leading audits, supervising students, and teaching junior doctors and allied health professionals. As an advocate for the ultrasound department, you will ensure excellent patient care, communicate findings effectively to patients and referrers, and support the implementation of departmental protocols and clinical governance initiatives.
Main duties of the job
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DMU or Pg Certificate or Diploma in medical ultrasound or equivalent.
- HCPC registered or equivalent
Desirable
- Masters level qualification
- Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Full range of ultrasound experience, to include Obstetrics & Gynaecology, General Medical Ultrasound.
- Independently reporting above scan areas
- Experience of teaching and assessing student Sonographers.
- Recent NHS Experience.
- Vascular /MSK/EPU/FASP ultrasound
About the employer
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST, so check their own site for the current details.
This role appears to be based at this CQC-rated location:
- Requires improvement
Rated Jul 2026
Matched from the job description. Source: Care Quality Commission.
Where this offer sits in the market
Medical radiographers (SOC 2254) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~39k in sample- Offer £57,528–64,750
- Middle half £37,232–52,416
- Median £44,824
Even the bottom of this range, £57,528, beats the market's 75th percentile. THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST pays in the top quarter for this occupation.
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL NHS TRUST assigned 9 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2254 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
Skilled Worker roles must clear both the general salary threshold and the occupation-specific going rate. See our occupation eligibility guide for the current figures.