Veterinary Radiographer

Linnaeus; Basildon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary service provider in Essex is seeking a full-time radiographer or registered veterinary nurse to join their diagnostic imaging team. This role involves performing advanced imaging studies, ensuring health and safety compliance, and interacting with patients. The successful applicant will enjoy a competitive benefits package, including extensive training and professional development opportunities. Located close to transport links and beautiful countryside, this is a fantastic opportunity for animal lovers.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

RCVS and VDS fees paid

External CPD funded

Life Assurance

Enhanced family leave

Employer contribution to pension scheme

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Registered veterinary nurse or radiographer qualifications required.
• Hands-on role requiring interactions with animals.
• Demonstrate ability to follow health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform acquisition of MR, CT, and radiograph studies.
• Maintain diagnostic imaging equipment.
• Oversee radiation and MR health and safety.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience in advanced imaging techniques

Routine interactions with patients

Education

Registered veterinary nurse qualification

Advanced imaging training

Tools

MRI scanner

CT scanner

Mobile x-ray machine

Endoscopy equipment

Job description

Southfields Veterinary Specialists are seeking to recruit a full-time radiographer, or registered veterinary nurse trained in advanced imaging acquisition, to work in the diagnostic imaging department of our newly-built specialist veterinary hospital in Essex. The role will involve all aspects of imaging, with particular focus on MRI, CT and radiography.

We are very proud of our specially designed diagnostics suite, which features:

• High-field Siemens Magnetom Sola MRI scanner (1.5 Tesla)
• Multislice Siemens Somatom go.all CT scanner (64-slice configuration)
• Two x-ray rooms, including combined digital radiography and fluoroscopy
• Mobile x-ray machine
• Fluoroscopy unit for contrast studies and interventional procedures (C-Arm)
• Two ultrasound rooms
• Portable ultrasound machine for critical patients
• Video Endoscopy
• Cardiology room with cardiology Vivid E95 ultrasound machine
• Imaging reading room
• Room for patient preparation and recovery

The successful applicant will work alongside our dedicated imaging team, consisting of three EBVS European specialists in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging, two experienced Diagnostic Imaging clinicians, four Diagnostic Imaging nurses and a Diagnostic Imaging patient care assistant. The role will include acquisition of MR, CT and radiograph studies, overseeing all aspects of radiation and MR health and safety requirements, maintenance of the machines and out of hours duties. It is a hands‑on role and requires routine interactions with patients, so a love of animals is essential. Training will be provided where necessary.

Vitally, the successful applicant will demonstrate excellent communication skills, both within the imaging team, as well as the wider hospital, to contribute towards an optimised diagnostic imaging service delivery.

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro‑ratio) and Birthday Leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life AssuranceEnhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E‑car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness program includes:
  • Employee assistance program
  • Eyecare voucher scheme
  • Free annual Flu jab
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Recruitment referral reward scheme

About us

Southfields is a flagship Linnaeus hospital. It's a very exciting time to join a forward‑thinking and highly motivated team that has the support of the Linnaeus Group, providing significant investment in innovative services, a contemporary state‑of‑the‑art working environment and commitment to personal and career development. With an excellent support team in place, you'll be able to concentrate on what you do best in a friendly and supportive practice with state‑of‑the‑art facilities.

Located only 30 minutes by train from central London, within easy reach of the beautiful Essex countryside and coast, and extremely well located for international travel links by air and train.