Band 6 - Cross Sectional Radiographer, Radiology

NHS; St Albans; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking an experienced Cross Sectional Radiographer to join their team. The role involves delivering high-quality imaging services and mentoring staff while working within a flexible 7-day framework. Candidates with CT/MRI experience and HCPC registration are preferred. This position supports further skill expansion in a dynamic hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Post qualification experience across a range of modalities.
• Wide range of experience in CT/MRI.
• Evidence of up-to-date CPD.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality imaging services to patients.
• Mentor radiology staff and students.
• Complete QA testing records.

Skills

CT/MRI experience

Good knowledge of adaptive techniques

Understanding of clinical governance

Education

DCR(R) or BSc Diagnostic Radiography

HCPC registration

Job description

Overview

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust - Band 6 - Cross Sectional Radiographer, Radiology. The closing date is 22 September 2025.

We are seeking an experienced Radiographer in CT and/or MRI to join our dedicated team at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Our Radiology Service is expanding and the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) will offer enhanced services to patients. The post holder will participate in our 7-day working rota, featuring long shifts that provide ample time off during the week. You will primarily be based at St Albans City Hospital, with the flexibility to work at Hemel Hempstead Hospital and Watford General Hospital. The development of the CDC, equipped with modern CT and MRI scanners, will enhance service quality by increasing scanning capacity and reducing referral-to-treatment times. This position is ideal for current Band 5 and 6 Radiographers with CT and/or MRI experience who want to expand their skills and become part of our established team.

Main duties of the job

• Act as an effective member of the Radiology team, delivering high-quality imaging services to patients.
• Mentor radiology staff and students.
• Complete and maintain records for QA testing.
• Adhere to IRMER17 regulations while performing radiology examinations to the highest standards.

About us

With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact [e-mail] If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications:

• Either DCR(R) or BSc Diagnostic Radiography.
• Evidence of up-to-date CPD.
• HCPC registration.

Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of adaptive techniques.
• Aware of current trends relevant to the profession.
• Knowledge of clinical governance process and policy related to clinical area.

Experience:

• Post qualification experience across a range of modalities.
• Wide range of experience in CT/MRI.
• NHS experience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust