CT Radiographer- Band 6

Mcht; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension scheme

Gym membership

Discounts on days out

Job summary

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) in Crewe is seeking a Diagnostic Radiographer to join a dynamic CT team. The role covers a 37.5-hour week with weekend/shifts and Bank Holidays, on a salary of £32,073–£48,117 per year.

You will work in a forward-looking department with four state-of-the-art CT scanners, opportunities for further cross-sectional training in MRI, and a supportive learning culture. Call rotations are included as part of a 24/7 CT service.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required.
• DCR or BSc in Radiography.
• Minimum of 12-24 months NHS clinical experience.
• Previous CT experience.
• Evidence of CPD.

Responsibilities

• Producing high quality diagnostic CT images and providing excellent patient care.
• To participate in the CT shift system.
• Once trained in CT there may be opportunities for MRI cross-sectional training.
• Please see full job description.

Skills

Good communication

Computer Literate

Knowledge of Trust values

CPD evidence

Education

DCR or BSc in Radiography

Job description

Main area CT Radiographer Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (To include weekends/shifts and BH's) Job ref 412-DCSS-8354355

Site Leighton Hospital Town Crewe Salary £32,073 - £48,117 pa, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 11/11/2026 23:59

Job overview

Are you a Diagnostic Radiographer looking to work within a dynamic, supportive, and highly skilled CT team who work together to achieve superb patient-centred care?

Do you want to learn specialist imaging techniques like CT Cardiac, Colonography and Intervention?

Do you want to operate some of the best CT scanners available? Our Canon scanners offer exceptional image quality whilst providing amazingly low doses.

Do you want to work at a “Good” Hospital (CQC rating 2018)?

The Medical Imaging Department has had major investment in CT, MRI, and Projectional Radiography. Our site houses 4 state-of-the‑art CT scanners and a brand new, purpose‑built inpatient CT suite. We pride ourselves on pushing the boundaries; in dose saving techniques and working with Radiologists to achieve diagnostic imaging previously unattainable in CT. We are an innovative department; always looking to optimise patient care by offering role development and job progression for our team.

Main duties of the job

To undertake a broad range of CT examinations independently within scope of practice, producing diagnostic images while optimising radiation exposure and patient experience.

Successful candidates must have current HCPC registration

MCHT was recently named as one of the best hospitals in the country (CHKS Top Hospital for 2019). The Radiology department has been recognised as the Best Training Placement for Radiologist Registrars for the last 3 years.

We provide a 24/7 CT service; successful candidates are expected to participate in the OOH rota.

We offer an attractive benefits package including an excellent pension scheme, gym membership, discounts on days out and many other incentives.

Working for our organisation

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond.

The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its ‘Be Safe Be EquiPPEd’ campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Producing high quality diagnostic images and providing excellent patient care.

To participate in the CT shift system.

Once trained in CT there may be an opportunity for further cross sectional training in MRI.

Please see full job description.

Person specification

Qualifications

• HCPC
• DCR or BSc in Radiography
• Minimum of 12-24 months Clinical NHS experience
• Previous CT experience
• Evidence of CPD

Skills

• Good communication
• Computer Literate
• Key knowlege of current Trust values and behaviours
• CPD evidence

Knowledge

• Understanding of CT principles

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Please let us know if you require an adjustment to our recruitment process and we'll be happy to discuss this with you.

We actively promote flexible working so please discuss any requirements you may have with us.

Secondments will be considered for fixed term positions when both parties agree. Candidates should seek approval from their current line manager before application.

All correspondence will be sent via the email address you have registered as your TRAC account. Selection is based on the Trust's values, and the criteria outlined in the Job Description for the role.

Appointments are subject to a 6‑month probationary period. LED Doctors are subject to a 3‑month probationary period.

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We do not reimburse travel to interview expenses.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Kate Matthias Job title Interim CT Operational Lead Radiographer Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01270 612726