The Band 7 Vascular Sonographer will be an experienced and highly skilled autonomous practitioner working within the Vascular Science and Non-Invasive Diagnostics Service at Southampton General Hospital. The post-holder will provide expert diagnostic vascular ultrasound services to support the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients with a wide range of arterial, venous, and cerebrovascular conditions.

As a key member of a large, ultrasound department the Band 7 Sonographer will independently perform and interpret a comprehensive portfolio of vascular examinations, including carotid duplex, lower- and upper-limb arterial and venous studies, aneurysm surveillance, bypass graft assessment, mesenteric, arterial studies and emergency/rapid-access scans in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role requires high-level clinical judgement, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary vascular team consisting of vascular surgeons, radiologists, vascular scientists, nurses, and specialist practitioners. The post-holder will contribute to service development, quality assurance, audit, and training of junior staff, trainees, and students, helping to maintain the department’s reputation as a centre of excellence.

This position offers the opportunity to work within a modern, well-equipped, ultrasound department, with a strong focus on innovation, research, and patient-centred care. The Band 7 Sonographer will be expected to demonstrate leadership, deliver safe and high-quality diagnostic services, and support ongoing improvements in clinical pathways across the regional vascular network.