Veterinary Ultrasonographer

About the Role

You’ll join Pride Veterinary Referral Centre as a Veterinary Ultrasonographer, taking a central role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging within one of the East Midlands’ most respected multidisciplinary referral hospitals. This full-time position offers a 4-day working week (8:30am–6:00pm) with a manageable 1:4 on-call rota, allowing you to maintain work-life balance whilst contributing to complex case management across multiple specialisms.

Pride is the hub hospital for Scarsdale Veterinary Group’s 11-practice network, serving a team of over 300 staff across the region. You’ll work alongside ECVDI Diplomates, radiographers, and imaging nurses in a department equipped with state-of-the-art facilities: digital radiography, C-arm fluoroscopy, dual GE ultrasound machines, 16-slice CT, and 1.5T MRI. The hospital’s 24/7 operations and close partnership with the University of Nottingham mean you’ll encounter diverse, intellectually stimulating cases every shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret high-quality ultrasound examinations, with a focus on abdominal imaging
• Contribute to advanced imaging areas including musculoskeletal, cervical, and ocular ultrasound
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (internal medicine, surgery, neurology, cardiology, oncology, and others) to guide complex case diagnostics and management
• Providing clinical advice and support to referring veterinary surgeons
• Participate in clinical governance, case discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives within the imaging service
• Support and mentor colleagues within the established imaging department where appropriate

Requirements

• RCVS registration with proven experience in diagnostic imaging, specifically ultrasonography
• Experience managing or contributing to imaging cases within a referral or busy first opinion practice with significant imaging caseload
• Advanced Practitioner status, residency training, or working towards a certificate in diagnostic imaging (advantageous but not essential)
• Confidence performing and interpreting ultrasound cases; further skill development supported by the team
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment
• Commitment to clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, and continuous professional development

Benefits

• Time Off: 7.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays; 10 days paid CPD leave annually
• Professional Development: £3,000 annual CPD budget; access to IVC Academy training centres and programmes; opportunities to collaborate and share best practice across the IVC Evidensia referral network; support to develop clinical interests and expand capabilities
• Financial Support: £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet; BVA membership, VDS cover, and RCVS fees covered
• Healthcare & Wellbeing: Private medical insurance; enhanced family leave and pay (maternity, paternity, adoption, surrogacy)
• Additional Perks: Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies); retail discounts and cashback offers; reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
• Career Pathways: Clear progression opportunities across referral, leadership, and specialist roles; values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

About the Practice

Pride Veterinary Referral Centre is a large, multidisciplinary small animal referral hospital serving as the clinical hub for Scarsdale Veterinary Group—a network of 11 first opinion practices across the East Midlands. With over 100 veterinary professionals and a commitment to 24/7 care, Pride delivers comprehensive specialist services including anaesthesia, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, oncology, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, neurology, ophthalmology, cardiology, hydrotherapy, and physiotherapy. The hospital maintains strong clinical partnerships with the University of Nottingham, regularly hosting veterinary students rotating through both first opinion and referral environments. Located in Derby on Riverside Road with excellent transport links and proximity to the Peak District, Pride combines accessibility with a vibrant, clinically ambitious workplace culture.

Pride is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group comprising over 900 practices and referral hospitals. The group is built on a shared purpose of happier animals and happier owners, supporting careers without limits and investing in learning, innovation, and genuine wellbeing for all team members.