Diagnostic Radiographer

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK NHS Trust is looking for a Senior Radiographer to join their dynamic Radiology team. Located mainly at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, this role involves undertaking X-ray examinations, ensuring patient care, and participating in training. The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography and at least two years of experience in the NHS. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Hold a BSc (Hon) in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR.
• Registered with the HCPC.
• At least two years of post‑graduate NHS hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Undertake X-ray examinations as an operator under supervision.
• Justify medical exposures using the Department’s protocols.
• Maintain patients’ privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

Diagnostic Radiography

Patient care

X-ray examination

Fluoroscopy

Education

BSc (Hon) in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR

Job description

Job overview

We are delighted to invite applications for a Senior Radiographer to join our welcoming and dynamic Radiology team at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. Based mainly at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, you will also have the opportunity to rotate through our newly established Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at Hollinswood House, giving you exposure to a variety of settings and services.

To be successful, you will hold a BSc (Hon) in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR, be registered with the HCPC, and have at least two years of post‑graduate NHS hospital experience.

In this role, you will be a valued member of our general team, working across areas such as theatre imaging and fluoroscopy. We provide full support for training and development, and you will take part in our busy rotation, including on‑call and seven‑day working rosters.

Our department has a strong teaching culture, with radiographers contributing to the training and mentorship of undergraduate students and preceptees. We are proud to offer an excellent on‑site learning environment and are fully committed to role extension, with radiographers already practicing in areas such as Ultrasound, Barium Swallows, CT Colonoscopies, and plain film reporting.

We are equally dedicated to Advanced Practice, supporting the growth of our teams through close collaboration with our Consultant Radiographer and Consultant Radiologists.

Main duties of the job

• To undertake X-ray examinations as an operator in accordance with IR(ME)R 2017, under indirect supervision of more senior member of staff.
• To justify medical exposures using the Department’s IR(ME)R Examination.
• Protocols to ensure a safe effective x‑ray service to all patients.
• To produce a good quality diagnostic image whilst keeping the radiation dose as low as is reasonably practicable.
• To assess and treat a workload of patients whilst maintaining a high standard of care to all patients and staff.
• To comply with Trust, Departmental, health and safety and Data protection policies.
• To maintain at all times patients’ privacy and confidentiality.

Working for your organisation

All of our General X-ray and Fluoroscopy rooms at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital have been fully refurbished in the last 5 years.

We are looking for a Radiographer who strives to follow our Trust Values and puts patient care at the heart of everything they do:

‘The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is an organisation that strives to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in’

‘We believe that by adhering to our Vision and working with our Values in mind we can behave in a way which will ensure the right results for the people that matter most – our patients and their families.’

Our Vision is to provide excellent care for the communities we serve.’

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is the main provider of acute medical care for half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid-Wales and has been awarded over £300 million to invest in our hospitals. Shropshire is the largest inland county in the UK with Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, World Heritage sites and access to Mid Wales and the Welsh coast. There are good schools, amazingly affordable housing and a wide range of leisure pursuits.