Senior Radiographer CT/General (Maternity Cover) | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

ESHT; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in East Sussex is seeking a committed Band 6 radiographer to join their expanding Department of Radiology. The role requires training in CT scanning and relevant experience in General Radiography. This position necessitates the ability to work various shifts, including night duties, to ensure a continuous service. Responsibilities include operating sophisticated imaging equipment and supervising junior staff. The role offers competitive benefits, including development opportunities and NHS pension enrollment.

Benefits

Staff development and training opportunities

Enrolment in the NHS pension scheme

Onsite nursery

Free psychological support

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Training in CT scanning.
• Relevant experience in General Radiography, AE, theatre/mobile work.
• Previous experience as a radiographer within the UK is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive 24-hour service in General Radiography and CT scanning.
• Operate and maintain a range of x-ray and CT equipment.
• Support internal training and clinical auditing.

Skills

CT scanning

General Radiography

Theatre/mobile work

Supervision of junior staff

Clinical audit

Education

Band 6 radiographer training

Tools

GE CT Scanners

General X-ray equipment

Job description

Join us in beautiful East Sussex at Eastbourne District General hospital. Home to some of Sussex's finest coast and countryside. We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 6 radiographer to join our expanding Department of Radiology at Eastbourne Hospital who is trained in CT.

Position Overview

This is a clinical role with an emphasis on General, AE and theatre/mobile work and CT Scanning. A suitable candidate will require relevant experience and be able to work a variety of shifts—including night duties—to support our 24‑hour, 365‑day service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive 24‑hour, 365‑day a year service in General Radiography and CT scanning.
• Work a variety of shifts and out‑of‑hours, including ongoing night duties, to meet the service commitment.
• Operate and maintain a full range of general X‑ray equipment, fluoroscopy, theatres, mobile equipment, interventional equipment and GE CT Scanners (CT Revolution and GE Revolution Evo).
• Supervise junior staff, conduct clinical audit, vetting and justification overview and act as an independent practitioner.
• Support internal training in specialty modalities (Cardiac and Interventional Radiography, CT scanning) and external training in Medical Ultrasound, Radiographer reporting and Mammography.

Qualifications

• Band 6 radiographer role.
• Training in CT scanning.
• Relevant experience in General Radiography, AE, theatre/mobile work and CT scanning.
• Previous experience as a radiographer within the UK or in a Radiology Department at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is an advantage.

Benefits

• Staff development and training opportunities.
• Enrolment in the NHS pension scheme.
• Auto‑enrolment to the Temporary Workforce Service.
• Onsite nursery, staff restaurants and accommodation.
• Free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Onsite parking available from only £50 a year.

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Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

This advert closes on Monday 29 Dec 2025.