Diagnostic Radiographer (General)

NHS; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A national health service in Shrewsbury seeks a Senior Radiographer to join their Radiology team. Applicants should have a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography, HCPC registration, and at least two years of post-graduate NHS experience. The role includes conducting X-ray examinations, ensuring patient safety, and mentoring students, all within a supportive environment. Salary ranges from £38,682 to £46,580 per annum based on experience.

Qualifications

• Broad spectrum of experience in general radiography.
• Evidence of leading a team.
• Previous NHS hospital training experience.
• Fluoroscopy and theatre experience.
• Experience performing clinical audits.

Responsibilities

• Undertake X-ray examinations as per regulations.
• Justify medical exposures and ensure safety.
• Produce quality diagnostic images with minimized radiation.
• Assess and treat patients while maintaining high care standards.
• Comply with policies and maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Student mentorship/training

Fault reporting

Multidisciplinary teamwork

RPS training

Education

Diploma/BSc in Radiography

Current HCPC registration

Job description

Diagnostic Radiographer (General)

The closing date is 10 December 2025

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.

About us

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.

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Candidate Job Pack.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Diploma/BSc in Radiography
• Current HCPC registration

Experience

• A broad spectrum of experience working in general radiography
• Evidence of leading a team
• Previous experience of working/training in an NHS hospital
• Fluoroscopy and theatre experience
• Experience performing clinical audit

Skills

• Evidence of student mentorship/training
• Evidence of fault reporting
• Evidence of working in a multidisciplinary team
• RPS trained

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.

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum / pro rata