Job Description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

Obstetric ultrasound imaging training within main department and across the City in other hub and spoke sites.

Train to become competent and qualified in a full range of examinations from very early pregnancy to post natal and gynaecology, including transvaginal and Doppler studies. (Directorate activity approx 110,000 scans per annum across Greater Glasgow and ).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

This is a permanent role with hours flexible from 22.2 to 37

The shift pattern will be Monday-Sunday – Day shift

These posts will be based within Princess Royal Maternity or Queen Elizabeth University Hospital

Key Responsibilities

The post holder will be required to undertake and successfully complete a Postgraduate Certificate in Obstetric and Gynaecology Ultrasound at a CASE‑accredited university. They will learn to evaluate requests for ultrasound examinations, ensuring sufficient clinical information is available to support the correct selection of imaging techniques. The role includes developing the ability to undertake and independently report the full range of obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound examinations, providing direct care and supporting clinical decision‑making by communicating findings and seeking advice when necessary.

The post holder will be expected to learn, and become competent and qualified, in the accurate plotting of fetal growth graphs, and in identifying problem pregnancies and abnormalities, referring to senior sonographers when required. They will actively pursue and maintain a personal record of Continuing Professional Development, participate in audit and quality assurance activity, and develop competence in the accurate entry of patient information into computerised hospital information systems.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• HCPC Registration or equivalent as per Professional background.
• D.C.R. or BSc In Radiography or equivalent as per Professional background.
• Minimum of 4 years clinical experience within current profession

• Familiarity with, and adherence to;
• Hospital and departmental policies and protocols,
• Professional codes of practice.
• Good knowledge of cross sectional anatomy.
• Good keyboard and computer skills.

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Victoria Murray, Lead Sonographer

Telephone: 0141 201 2302

Email: ***email_hidden***

Information for candidates

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

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From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part-time working hours will be reduced on a pro-rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various” , we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community . We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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