Radiographer - General

The Methodist Church in Britain; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days leave

Pension scheme

Spire for you discounts

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Health assessments

Employee Assistance Programme

Free DBS check

Free parking

Job summary

Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital is seeking a permanent, full-time General Radiographer to join the imaging team. The role covers X-ray, CT, MRI, mammography and theatre cases, with the postholder providing clinical leadership and deciding which imaging is required.

You will work five 7.5-hour shifts across Monday to Saturday with an on-call rota. HCPC registration and current UK radiography experience are essential; overseas sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in radiography is required.
• HCPC registration is required.
• Current UK radiography experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality radiographic service as part of a team.
• Provide specialised imaging and decide which diagnostic imaging is required.
• Carry out general imaging including X-ray, CT, MRI, mammography, theatres, MSK, breast, GI, gynae, MRCP and neuro.
• Provide clinical leadership and educational input to keep imaging effective.
• Be responsible for the standard of own work and that of supervised radiographers and students.
• Embed clinical governance and risk management in daily practice.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Safe working standards

Flexible working

Education

Diploma or degree in radiography

Job description

A permanent, full-time General Radiographer post within the imaging team at Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital. The work covers a broad range of procedures, from X-ray and CT to MRI, mammography and theatre cases, with the postholder deciding which imaging is needed and giving clinical leadership to the team. The role is distinct for its five 7.5-hour shifts across Monday to Saturday plus an on-call rota, and it suits experienced radiographers. Fit depends on HCPC registration and current UK experience, as overseas sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Deliver a high-quality, efficient radiographic service as part of a team
• Provide specialised imaging for patients and decide which diagnostic imaging is required
• Carry out general imaging including X-ray, CT, MRI, mammography, theatre cases, MSK, breast, GI, gynae, MRCP and neuro
• Give clinical leadership and educational and development input to keep imaging effective
• Be responsible for the standard of own work and that of supervised radiographers and students
• Embed clinical governance and risk management in daily practice

What’s required

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in radiography

Registration & licences

• HCPC registration

Experience

• Previous experience as a radiographer in an imaging department
• Experience across all general imaging, including theatres

Skills & knowledge

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a commercial environment while keeping safe standards
• Flexible approach to work and working patterns

Checks & eligibility

• Current UK experience, as overseas sponsorship is not available

What’s offered

• 35 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• Spire for you reward platform with discounts and cashback at over 1000 retailers
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Health assessments every 2 years
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free DBS check and free car parking