Band 6 Specialist Cross Sectional Radiographer

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS healthcare provider is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Cross Sectional Radiographer to join its imaging team at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham. The successful candidate will provide specialized CT and MRI imaging, contribute to service development, and engage in continued professional development. Qualifications include HCPC registration and experience in CT/MRI imaging. This role offers opportunities for career advancement, including training in advanced clinical practice, within a supportive environment that values inclusion.

Benefits

Allocated mentor

Induction program

CPD opportunities with protected study time

Qualifications

• Qualified radiographer with relevant post-graduate experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge in CT and MRI modalities.
• Ability to participate in audits and reflective practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized CT and MRI imaging for patients.
• Engage in professional development and audits.
• Participate in out-of-hours service including weekends and nights.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

HCPC registration

D.C.R. (R) or BSc Radiography S.R.R.

Evidence of continued professional development

Job description

Band 6 Specialist Cross Sectional Radiographer

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 03 February 2026

Band 6 Cross sectional Radiographer CT/MRI at UHB QEH site.

UHB is one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in England, serving a regional, national, and international population. Comprised of multiple sites, successful candidates will be based at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham.

The Imaging Directorate provides 24/7 service delivery and has an established track record of service re‑design and transformation. The current focus has seen a financial investment of over 3 million to upgrade and modernise the equipment and facilities at the 4 hospital sites.

The MRI Imaging Department at the QEH has 6 Siemens and 1 GE scanner including 1.5 and 3T systems. The QEH has recently seen the installation of a brand new 3T Siemens high specification scanner, with high level Neuro/MSK scanning capability. The trust has recently installed a 1.5T Siemens Sola within the Radiotherapy unit, with a view to improving efficiency of pathways for patients undergoing radiotherapy treatment. There is a second 3T Siemens scanner within the research facility at the ITM.

The CT Imaging Department at the QEH has 5 Siemens, 1 Cannon and 1 portable CT scanner.

We will provide an allocated mentor, induction program, CPD opportunities with protected study time and opportunities to progress career development. There will be development opportunities to develop Advanced Clinical Practice and Management.

Main duties of the job

Successful candidates will be trained to provide highly skilled and specialised CT and MRI imaging for all patients. You will be expected to contribute to the development, growth and success of the facility as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You must be a qualified radiographer relevant post‑graduated experience and be able to demonstrate knowledge of these two modalities and hold current HCPC registration. Previous MRI experience is desirable.

The post-holder will ensure that a gold standard service is delivered to all stakeholders through ongoing engagement with continued professional development (CPD). You are encouraged to participate in audits and reflective practice CPD.

Duties will include participation in out‑of‑hours rota including nights, on‑calls for the MRI service, weekends and bank holidays. The service does operate an extended working day with some flexibility in shift patterns.

This vacancy offers an excellent opportunity to join a professional and dedicated imaging team committed to providing a first class service.

If you are looking to work with like‑minded, experienced professionals and wish to join a team with opportunities to advance your career then look no further.

For more information, please contact Damian Jones (CT Modality Lead QEHB)- 01213714923/[e-mail]

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job responsibilities

Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description

Person Specification

Qualifications

• HCPC registration
• D.C.R. (R) or BSc Radiography S.R.R.
• Documented experience in diagnostic imaging. Evidence of CPD and reflective practice, link grade competencies
• Evidence of short specialist/leadership courses/education.

Experience

• Relevant clinical experience in general radiography
• Experience in the specialised CT imaging modality Experience in general radiography
• Advanced knowledge and experience of CT/MRI scanning techniques

Additional Criteria

• Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manipulate patients precisely Leadership skill and ability to promote teamwork Ability to supply accurate, precise information Effective organisational skills
• Demonstrates initiative, team working, motivation, flexibility and individual responsibility
• Empathy and patient focused approach Demonstration of best practice
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Shows initiative, energy, drive and enthusiasm Special interest in CT/MRI as an imaging modality
• Participation in 24 hour emergency CT/MRI service including overnight shifts, weekends, on- call and bank holidays
• Participate in cross site working when required Understanding of relevant legislation and Radiation Regulations
• Awareness of Radiographers Code of Conduct
• Analytical and problem solving skills Leadership and desire to promote Trust values
• Evidence of up to date technical CT/MRI knowledge
• Knowledge and awareness of current NHS issues

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.

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust