Band 7 - CT Lead Radiographer, Hemel Hempstead

NHS; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has emerged at a leading NHS trust for a full-time CT Lead Radiographer based in Hemel Hempstead. This role involves leading the CT service, providing high-quality imaging, and mentoring junior staff. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative environment, contributing to the ongoing development of the radiology services and ensuring patient care excellence.

Qualifications

• CT experience within the NHS required.
• Experience in managerial and leadership positions within an NHS Radiology department.
• Training and mentorship experience within CT.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational duties of the CT service at Hemel Hempstead Hospital.
• Ensure effective service delivery across multiple locations.
• Supervise junior staff and students.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

CT techniques knowledge

Education

DCR(R) or BSc Radiography

Registration with the Health Care Professions Council

PgC or PgD in a CT related programme

Tools

CRIS

Clinicom

EPR

CERNER

Job description

Mynd nôl West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Band 7 - CT Lead Radiographer, Hemel Hempstead

The closing date is 29 June 2025

A full-time opportunity has become available to lead our CT Service in Hemel Hempstead.

This role will be based at Hemel Hempstead Hospital, with close collaboration with our neighbouring trusts and imaging network.

The successful candidate will also be expected to work at other sites when clinically required.

The role involves ensuring the efficient delivery of outpatient CT imaging services across multiple locations.

Main duties of the job

The duties and responsibilities of the post holder include:

• To lead the operational duties of the CT service at Hemel Hempstead Hospital, West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals Trust, whilst also supporting the other site leads.
• To be an effective member of the Radiology senior team, promoting the trust values through our workforce.
• Provide a high standard service to patients and colleagues.
• Complete CT examinations to a high standard.
• Supervision of junior staff and students.

This post is ideal for strong communicators looking to broaden their leadership practice.

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 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:

• DCR(R) or BSc Radiography.
• Registration with the Health Care Professions Council.
• PgC or PgD in a CT related programme.

Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of CT techniques.
• Aware of current trends relevant to the profession.
• Health & Safety.
• Clinical Governance.
• Knowledge of Patient Administration Systems, e.g., CRIS, Clinicom, EPR, CERNER.
• Understanding the Trust's policy on equality/diversity and Health & Safety policies.
• Knowledge of Radiology systems of work.
• DMO1, 6-week wait targets.

Experience:

• CT experience within the NHS.
• Training and mentorship within CT.
• Experience in managerial and leadership positions within an NHS Radiology department.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a Disclosure check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

£48,270 to £54,931 per year, pro-rata.