Senior Radiographer

NHS; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Band 6 Senior Radiographer for a 12-month fixed-term contract in a supportive environment. The role involves working across multiple imaging modalities and participating in a teamwork-focused, patient-centered care setting with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Friendly and supportive work environment

Participation in staff wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Current HCPC registration required.
• Recent clinical experience in an NHS environment.
• Experience with CT scanning and radiographic equipment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work in all areas of Imaging at the Princess Royal Hospital.
• Participate in the out of hours rota.
• Maintain expert clinical practice and support colleagues.

Skills

Communication Skills

Clinical Practice

Teamwork

Education

HCPC Registration

Job description

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a Band 6 Senior Radiographer, for a 12 month fixed term contract, to work in our friendly radiology department in Haywards Heath.

There has never been a better time to join our team, as the department has recently undergone significant redevelopment works. These include the purchase of brand new, fully integrated, digital x-ray rooms and a new CT scanner, as well as purpose built patient facilities.

As a Band 6 Radiographer, you will have the opportunity to rotate through several modalities including plain film, CT, fluoroscopy, mobiles and theatres. The job role will involve participation in the out of hour's rota.

The Trust's specialised and tertiary services include arterial vascular surgery, neonatal, paediatrics, cardiac, cancer, renal, infectious diseases and HIV medicine.

In return for your commitment to us, we will provide on-going support for your professional development, as well as a friendly, challenging and stimulating work environment

Applicants must have current HCPC registration and have recent clinical experience in an NHS environment.

Previous applicants need not apply.

INTERVIEWS FOR THIS VACANCY WILL BE HELD IN PERSON AT THE PRINCESS ROYAL HOSPITAL IN HAYWARDS HEATH.

Main duties of the job

• The radiographer will be expected to work in all areas of Imaging on the Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) site
• Undertake a wide range of clinical duties to the highest standard, utilising a range of complex radiographic equipment
• Ensure departmental adherence to x-ray regulations (IR(ME)R, IRR) and UHSx policy/guidelines/protocol
• Actively participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team
• Support the Superintendent radiographer to ensure that the day to day running of the imaging department is smoothly co-ordinate

The post-holder will be expected to participate on the out of hours (OOH) and extended working day rotas providing 24 hour cover for the PRH site

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate information pack - University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Details Date posted

04 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

279-7184211-MAY25

Job locations

Princess Royal Hospital

Lewes Road

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX

Job description Job responsibilities

Be able to use the full range of radiographic equipment within the department, including general, mobile, theatre work, fluoroscopy and CT

To achieve and maintain a high standard of CT scanning, and to support the out of hours CT service by supporting the current and future on call arrangements

Maintain expert clinical practice and support colleagues to do the same, providing and teaching high standards in all of imaging techniques undertaken

To have the knowledge to be able to adapt technique, to know when further imaging or change of protocol is required and provide appropriate advice to colleagues as necessary

Liaise with the appropriate radiologist if clinical input is required and ensure any change of practice is adequately documented and communicated

Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to local department policies

To ensure that the local rules, associated codes of practice, guidance notes, and the Health and Safety at Work Act are understood and adhered to in respect of staff, patients and members of the public

Mobile radiography will include being able to take a range of radiographic equipment of patients that are too ill or seriously injured to attend the Imaging department. The radiographer will have the knowledge to be able to adapt and change examinations and techniques within the capability of the patient and equipment.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Job description Job responsibilities

Be able to use the full range of radiographic equipment within the department, including general, mobile, theatre work, fluoroscopy and CT

To achieve and maintain a high standard of CT scanning, and to support the out of hours CT service by supporting the current and future on call arrangements

Maintain expert clinical practice and support colleagues to do the same, providing and teaching high standards in all of imaging techniques undertaken

To have the knowledge to be able to adapt technique, to know when further imaging or change of protocol is required and provide appropriate advice to colleagues as necessary

Liaise with the appropriate radiologist if clinical input is required and ensure any change of practice is adequately documented and communicated

Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to local department policies

To ensure that the local rules, associated codes of practice, guidance notes, and the Health and Safety at Work Act are understood and adhered to in respect of staff, patients and members of the public

Mobile radiography will include being able to take a range of radiographic equipment of patients that are too ill or seriously injured to attend the Imaging department. The radiographer will have the knowledge to be able to adapt and change examinations and techniques within the capability of the patient and equipment.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Person Specification Job shortlisting criteria Essential

• Recent NHS experience
• Mentions the trust as a place to work
• Mentions communication skills

Desirable

• CT Experience
• Mentions patient care
• Mentions organisational skills
• Mentions something to do with radiation saftey/optimisation
• Able to operate the fluoroscopy equipment at PRH

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Person Specification Job shortlisting criteria Essential

• Recent NHS experience
• Mentions the trust as a place to work
• Mentions communication skills

Desirable

• CT Experience
• Mentions patient care
• Mentions organisational skills
• Mentions something to do with radiation saftey/optimisation
• Able to operate the fluoroscopy equipment at PRH

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Princess Royal Hospital

Lewes Road

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Princess Royal Hospital

Lewes Road

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)