Veterinary Radiographer

Southfields Veterinary Specialists; Basildon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Basildon seeks a full-time radiographer or veterinary nurse specialized in diagnostic imaging. The role involves MRI, CT, and radiography acquisition, requiring excellent communication and patient care. Benefits include 5 weeks holiday, funded CPD, and enhanced leave. Join a supportive team in a state-of-the-art facility with ample career development opportunities.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

RCVS and VDS fees paid

External CPD funded

Extensive free online CPD program

Career progression opportunities

Staff discount schemes

Life Assurance

Enhanced sickness pay

Enhanced equal family leave

E-car salary sacrifice scheme

Employer contribution pension scheme

Wellness program including employee assistance

Qualifications

• Role requires advanced imaging acquisition skills with MRI and CT.
• Must oversee radiation safety and machine maintenance.
• Experience with patient care and diagnostics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Acquire MR, CT, and radiograph studies.
• Interact routinely with patients before and after procedures.
• Maintain imaging equipment and ensure safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Hands-on with imaging techniques

Ability to work with animals

Tools

MRI scanner

CT scanner

Digital radiography systems

Job description

If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.

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‑rata) and Birthday Leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E‑car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness program including :
  • 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.