Senior Diagnostic Radiographer

NHS; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated healthcare provider is looking for a Senior Diagnostic Radiographer in Watford. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality radiographic services, managing junior staff, and ensuring departmental standards. The ideal candidate has relevant qualifications and is experienced in various imaging modalities, including CT. This role offers professional development opportunities and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Learning & Development opportunities

Flexible shifts

Wellbeing resources

Paid annual leave

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC and holds a relevant degree.
• Minimum experience in CT and NHS work.
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging procedures across multiple modalities.
• Assist in daily management of the X-ray Department.
• Conduct regular checks and monitor imaging equipment.
• Maintain accurate departmental records and manage equipment issues.
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards in the department.

Skills

Experience across modalities

Patient care

Quality assurance

Team leadership

Education

DCR(R) or BSc Radiography

HCPC registration

PgD in cross-sectional imaging

Tools

CRIS

PACS

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a SeniorDiagnostic Radiographer in West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust,working at one of our three sites: Watford General, Hemel Hempstead, or StAlbans. You will be an effective and proactive member of the Radiography team,delivering a high standard of radiographic services to Radiologists andpatients while supervising junior staff and students. The role includesparticipation in our 24/7 shift system and additional rotas across all threesites.

Main duties of the job

As aSenior Diagnostic Radiographer, you willbe responsible in the establishment and ongoing maintenance of qualityassurance programmes, as well as actively participate in and, where required,lead clinical audit projects. Engagement in the Radiology Clinical Governanceprogramme is essential. This role also involves training staff and students inthe safe and effective use of X-ray department equipment, supervising juniorteam members, and providing support and guidance as needed. You will be expectedto stay updated with professional developments in Radiology, attend relevantseminars and courses, and maintain accurate, up-to-date records of ContinuingProfessional Development (CPD) in line with HCPC requirements. A core aspect ofthe role is to prioritise patient welfare and comfort at all times.

We will also consider Band 5 Radiographerfor this role.

About us

Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.

Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges

Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave

Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want

Job responsibilities

• To perform imaging procedures across multiple modalities, including CT,MRI, Fluoroscopy, and General Imaging, ensuring accuracy and adherence todepartmental protocols.
• To assist in the daily management of the X-ray Department, supporting LeadRadiographers to maintain operational efficiency and high service standards.
• To act as a deputy for Superintendent or Lead Radiographers when required,taking responsibility for departmental oversight in their absence.
• To conduct regular checks and monitoring of imaging equipment, promptlyreporting any faults or malfunctions to the relevant management.
• To maintain accurate departmental records, including logging equipmentissues and managing computer systems in line with data protection regulations.
• To ensure the X-ray Department is well-stocked, organized, and maintainedto a safe and hygienic standard, including checking supplies and keeping workareas tidy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• DCR(R) or BSc Radiography
• HCPC registration
• Experience across modalities, especially CT
• NHS work experience and up-to-date CPD
• PgD in cross-sectional imaging & familiarity with CRIS and PACS (desirable)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.