Rotational Diagnostic Radiographer | Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Cambridge seeks motivated Diagnostic Radiographers for their X-ray Imaging team. This role involves performing radiographic procedures, supervising student radiographers, and participating in out-of-hours shifts. Essential qualifications include HCPC registration and a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography. The position offers opportunities for career development within a supportive environment, emphasizing work-life balance and flexible arrangements.

Benefits

On-site leisure facilities

Reduced-cost Stagecoach travel

Subsidised on-site parking

24/7 food options

Support for work-life balance

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography essential.
• Ability to work in various imaging areas after induction.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographic procedures as required.
• Supervise and train student radiographers and assistant staff.
• Participate in the Out Of Hours shift system.

Skills

HCPC registration

BSc in Diagnostic Radiography

Job description

Overview

We are looking for highly motivated and passionate Diagnostic Radiographers to join our X-ray Imaging team at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

As a world-renowned hospital, there are many opportunities to develop your career. CUH is proud to have Radiographers with extended roles in MSK reporting, chest and abdominal reporting, Fluoroscopy, HSGs, and Lithotripsy. After an induction period, you will work within the different areas of imaging with a developmental rotation to help develop your future career. Please note that you will not rotate through cross sectional Imaging. CUH provides an X-ray service to satellite Hospitals in Saffron Walden and Ely. You will be based at CUH but may be required to work offsite at these locations when required.

HCPC registration and a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography are essential. If you are a current undergraduate you will need to apply for HCPC upon qualification.

To perform a range of diagnostic radiographic procedures, as required throughout the department, and maintain associated records.

To supervise, assist and train student radiographers and assistant staff in both the delivery of the service and their individual development needs.

To take part in the Out Of Hours shift system.

As well as state-of-the-art innovative X-ray equipment, CUH is the first in the NHS to revolutionise to a fully integrated Electronic Patient Record (EPR) award-winning service. This accolade puts us among an elite group of leading hospitals and medical centres across the world that use EPR systems to support clinicians in providing high-quality patient care.

The X-ray department provides a 24-hour emergency service and operates an out-of-hours shift system. Radiographers are contracted to work a variety of shifts including evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

About Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust

CUH comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1,100 beds, the priorities are to provide a quality service focused on people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care and rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission, CUH values Together, Safe, Kind, Excellent. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for local, regional, national and international populations.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.

Qualifications and Requirements

• HCPC registration
• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography
• If you are a current undergraduate you will need to apply for HCPC upon qualification

Additional Information

• To supervise, assist and train student radiographers and assistant staff
• To work in a range of imaging areas after induction with a developmental rotation
• Not to rotate through cross sectional Imaging
• Evening, night, weekend, and bank holiday shifts

CUH is committed to good working days, development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site facilities and travel benefits. Flexible work arrangements may be considered.

Important dates: This vacancy will close at midnight on 25 September 2025. Interviews are due to be held on 6 October 2025.

Benefits

• On-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries
• Reduced-cost Stagecoach travel and Park & Ride access
• Subsidised on-site parking for eligible staff
• 24/7 hot food options and staff break spaces
• Support for work-life balance and flexible working arrangements

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.