Interventional Radiographer

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) seeks a radiographer to join its interventional radiology team. No prior IR experience is required as full training will be provided; a passion for IR is essential.

The post spans Wythenshawe and Oxford Road sites, with five interventional rooms and three hybrid theatres, supporting vascular, non-vascular and paediatric work. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team providing high quality imaging and patient care, participate in 24/7 on-call

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Diagnostic Radiography with HCPC registration.
• NHS experience or training within the NHS is required.
• Demonstrated commitment to Interventional Radiology.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality imaging and exceptional patient care during complex Interventional Radiology procedures.
• Position, acquire, manipulate and archive images using highly specialised equipment.
• Minimise radiation dose to patient and staff and maintain radiation safety.
• Respond rapidly to equipment requests and advise on alternative equipment when needed.
• Participate in 24/7 on-call service and lead service improvement audits.

Skills

Passion for IR

Education

Degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography

Job description

Are you looking for a role within interventional radiology that is fast paced and challenging with a wide variety of procedures performed? Do you enjoy working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team? Do you strive to provide patients with the best possible experience of care and professionalism? If this is you we are seeking a radiographer to join our growing team of IR radiographers working across Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. No previous experience of Interventional Radiology is needed as full training will be provided, but we are keen to recruit Radiographers who can demonstrate a passion for Interventional Radiology.

There are many reasons why MFT is a fantastic place to work as an IR radiographer:

• One of the country's largest Trusts with a single vascular hub covering a population of 1.8m.
• Specialist centre for endovascular, renal and hepato-biliary services.
• Wide range of specialist procedures including endovascular aortic repair, embolisation, urological and gastro-intestinal interventions.
• Excellent reputation for research, education and innovation.
• Excellent career progression opportunities with several B7 radiographers undertaking Advanced Practice with IR.

Applicants must possess a degree or a diploma in Diagnostic Radiography; have worked (or trained) within the NHS; be HCPC registered. In exeptional cases, link-grading from B5-B6 may be considered for applicants with less than two years experience.

Recently rejected applicants need not apply.

The posts are cross site, involving work at the Wythenshawe and Oxford Road sites (including Royal Manchester Children's Hospital). Across the sites we have five interventional rooms, used for a mixture of vascular, non-vascular and paediatric intervention, as well as three hybrid theatres that are used for vascular intervention and endovascular surgery.

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing high quality imaging and exceptional patient care during complex Interventional Radiology procedures. Working with highly sophisticated, specialised equipment you will be responsible for patient and equipment positioning, acquisition, manipulation and archiving of images. The procedures also involve the use of a wide range of expensive, sterile consumables and a detailed knowledge of these is required. The radiographer must be able to respond rapidly to any request for equipment and advise radiology trainees and consultants of alternative equipment if necessary.

Many interventional procedures result in a high radiation dose and minimising radiation to the patient, operator and other staff present during the procedure is a critical responsibility of the post.

There will be opportunities to be involved with research and to lead audit projects that result in service improvement.

The successful candidate would be expected to participate in the 24/7 out of hours, non- residential on-call service and must be prepared to work flexible shifts.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Richard Hoddes Job title: Lead IR Radiographer (MRI) Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 0161 276 8588

Eleanor Mort

Lead IR Radiographer (Wythenshawe)

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