Radiographer - Radiology - UK Residents Only

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider is seeking a Radiographer to join their team at Furness General Hospital. The role involves conducting a variety of imaging examinations, such as plain film and fluoroscopy, while ensuring high standards of patient care and safety. Candidates must have relevant qualifications in Radiography, and applications from final year students are encouraged. The position offers excellent opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Support for CPD and role development

Access to modern imaging technology

Qualifications

• Professionally accountable for all clinical work.
• Ability to assess patient needs and adjust techniques.
• Provide clear information and obtain valid informed consent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct various imaging examinations efficiently.
• Maintain accuracy in data entry within the Radiology system.
• Provide written comments on x-ray appearances.

Skills

Ability to adapt protocols

Effective communication

Professional accountability

Education

Relevant qualification in Radiography

Tools

Radiology Information System

Siemens DR equipment

Phillips DR equipment

Job description

A vacancy at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.

This post is open to UK Residents Only. For international applicants, please apply on the Non-UK Residents vacancy.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Radiographer to join our friendly team, to undertake a variety of plain film, dental, fluoroscopy, mobile and theatre examinations efficiently and effectively for our patients, adhering to best practice of radiographic technique.

Working within the Radiology department at FGH provides excellent opportunities to gain experience in a wide range of imaging procedures including trauma, MSK, paediatrics and oncology. The department is equipped with a Siemens DR room and a Phillips DR room as well as 2 Phillips DR mobiles, two GE image intensifiers and a brand new GE fluoroscopy suite.

The department carries out a full range of investigations, including MR, CT, US and SPECT Imaging. PACS was installed in April 2007 and updated in 2017.

Applications from final year students would also be welcome.

This is a progressive directorate that supports CPD and role development.

Responsibilities

• To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of their professional and clinical work.
• To assess the physical, mental emotional or spiritual needs of the patient, and adjust technique accordingly.
• Must be able to adapt protocols, procedures and techniques according to the patient’s clinical condition.
• To ensure patients understand what examination they are having and gain valid informed consent. This must include patients who have difficulties in understanding or communicating (deaf, blind etc).
• To input data accurately into the Radiology Information System.
• To ensure the information held on the hospital Information system is correct and amend as required.
• Ensure all examinations and work practices are carried out in a professional and appropriate manner.
• To provide a written comment on the appearances seen on an x-ray, as an aid to the requesting casualty officer - not to be responsible for diagnosis.

About the Hospital and Department

Furness General Hospital is on the doorstep to the Lake District, set in remarkable surroundings. The Trust operates from Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, with additional community facilities including Millom Hospital, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre. The department at FGH and RLI offers general hospital services with ED, Critical Care and other consultant-led services; WGH provides general services and an Urgent Treatment Centre; and a range of diagnostics and outpatient services are provided across Morecambe Bay.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay. Our community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.

Additional Information

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

This advert closes on Tuesday 30 Sep 2025