Senior Rotational Radiographer

NHS; Swindon; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Swindon is seeking a Band 6 Senior Radiographer to join their team. The role involves conducting diagnostic examinations and ensuring high imaging standards. Candidates must possess a degree in Diagnostic Radiography, NHS experience, and strong skills in CT techniques. The position includes a competitive salary and encourages professional development.

Benefits

5% recruitment and retention premium

Support for CPD

Qualifications

• Postgraduate experience in Radiography.
• General Radiographic training.
• Worked within NHS setting.

Responsibilities

• Independently assess and justify referrals under IR(ME)R 2000.
• Interpret clinicians' requirements and determine appropriate techniques.
• Use departmental radiology information systems and PACS.

Skills

Diagnostic Radiography

CT experience

Quality Assurance

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent

Registered with the Health Care Professions Council

Job description

Overview

Band 6 Senior Radiographer

We are looking to recruit a Band 6 Senior Radiographer to join our friendly team at the Great Western Hospital. The Radiology department supports diagnostics with digital plain film rooms, multiple CT scanners, interventional and mobile equipment. This is an opportunity for established Radiographers with NHS experience to work with state-of-the-art equipment, including a 5% recruitment and retention premium.

The Radiology Department undertakes approximately 251,300 examinations a year across a variety of modalities. The successful applicant will be a keen team player with a focus on image quality and patient care, and a flexible approach to working hours. The department supports development of clinical skills and education, and CPD is encouraged.

The department conducts diagnostic radiological examinations across clinical specialties, adapting techniques to accommodate a range of patient types, as autonomous practitioner and as part of a multidisciplinary team, meeting professional, departmental and legal requirements.

For more information please contact Carol Argar on 01793 605052.

Location: Great Western Hospital, Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 6BB

Details

Date posted: 03 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per annum + 5% RRP for radiographers

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 249-7348029-2

Responsibilities

1. To independently assess and justify referrals under IR(ME)R 2000 following practitioner guidelines where appropriate.
2. Able to interpret clinicians' requirements, determine the appropriate radiographic imaging technique and ensure it is performed in accordance with best practice so that resultant images are diagnostic.
3. To use discretion to work outside departmental standards when clinical circumstances necessitate, e.g., undertaking additional or specialist techniques.
4. To work out of hours to support the Radiology services offered at Great Western Hospital; night shifts may occasionally be required.
5. To undertake CT/MRI/Plain Film in the absence of a Radiologist according to agreed protocols.
6. To use the departmental radiology information system (CRIS) and be conversant with the picture archive communication system (PACS).
7. To undertake Quality Control procedures, including QA testing for image quality and equipment safety, and to help with clinical audits.
8. To undertake and participate in clinical audit and research, act on findings where possible, and provide statistical information on workload when necessary.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
• Registered with the Health Care Professions Council
• General Radiographic training

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD
• Postgraduate qualification

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate experience in Radiography
• Extensive CT experience
• Experience of performing department Quality Assurance
• Worked within NHS setting

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a disclosure check.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered with all other applications. For details, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Guidance on overseas criminal records checks is available from the linked references.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For more information, see NHS Careers.

Employer details

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Great Western Hospital, Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 6BB