Diagnostic Radiographer (General) | The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Shrewsbury is seeking a Senior Radiographer to join their Radiology team. The role involves undertaking X-ray examinations, ensuring patient care and compliance with protocols. Ideal candidates will hold a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or it equivalent and have at least two years of NHS experience. The position offers a supportive environment for professional development and involvement in a busy rotation, including on-call duties. The advert closes on December 10, 2025.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the HCPC.
• At least two years post‑graduate NHS hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Undertake X‑ray examinations under supervision.
• Justify medical exposures using protocols.
• Produce quality diagnostic images while minimizing radiation.
• Assess and treat a workload of patients.
• Comply with health and safety policies.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

Diagnostic Radiography

Patient care

Education

BSc (Hon) in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

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.

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.

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

This advert closes on Wednesday 10 Dec 2025