Senior Radiographer | Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in London is seeking a qualified individual for a radiology role focused on delivering high-quality patient care. This position includes responsibilities such as supervising junior staff and participating in on-call rotas, with a commitment to maintaining high standards and adherence to safety protocols. The role offers an 18-month fixed-term contract with ample opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills within a diverse team environment.
• Ability to supervise junior staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of a high-quality healthcare service.
• Supervise junior staff and students.
• Participate in out-of-hours work and on-call/stand-by rotas.
• Rotate throughout the radiology department.
• Ensure adherence to Radiation Protection guidelines.

Job description

Overview

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs. The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. The advert notes that some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites and that Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a high quality healthcare service ensuring that all patients receive a high standard of service delivery.
• Supervision of junior staff and students.
• Participate in out of hours work and on-call/stand-by rotas as required.
• Rotate throughout the radiology department (X-ray, A&E x-ray, fluoroscopy, interventional radiology, CT, MRI).
• Actively participate in a periodic professional development review, in accordance with Trust guidelines.
• Work cohesively with all members of the Radiology department to ensure the best services are provided to patients at all times.
• Work effectively within a multi-racial and cultural environment.
• To undertake all radiographic duties efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
• To ensure that all patients receive the best possible standard of care.
• Commitment to ensuring own development by exposure to all necessary modalities.
• To be conversant with procedures in general and screening rooms, ED, mobile and theatre radiography; proficiency in more specialised techniques such as CT, IR and MRI.
• Ensure that Radiation Protection guidelines, IR(ME)R, IRR, and local rules are strictly adhered to.
• Assist with practical training of junior staff and student radiographers, acting as a role model.
• Communicate with other staff members to ensure the smooth running of the directorate.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability with rostering requirements to ensure a robust and safe imaging service across the Trust.
• To offer an initial assessment and interpretation of images produced by themselves or more junior staff in the course of their role.
• Participate in departmental quality assurance programmes as required.

Employment details

* This vacancy is an 18 month fixed term contract. This advert closes on Thursday 18 Sep 2025.