Radiographer (acute)

Excel Recruitment Healthcare; Cork; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Excel Recruitment Healthcare is partnering with Ireland's largest acute hospital in Cork to recruit an experienced Radiographer for General X-Ray services. The role involves delivering high-quality imaging across inpatient, outpatient and emergency settings, supporting junior radiographers, and helping develop radiography services in a busy 24/7 department.

You will work 35 hours per week with on-call duties, require CORU registration, and benefit from strong leadership, ongoing CPD and clear

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Radiography.
• CORU registration is essential.
• Proven experience in General Radiography in a busy acute hospital.
• Strong knowledge of radiation safety and HSE guidelines.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; able to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality General X-Ray imaging across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.
• Contribute to a busy general and emergency radiography service.
• Participate in on-call and out-of-hours services as required.
• Maintain high standards of patient care and professional practice.
• Engage in CPD, training and continuous service improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Radiation safety

Education

Degree/Diploma in Radiography

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

Job Title: Radiographer (General X-Ray)

Location: Cork

Job Type: Full-time Contract (35 hours/week + on-call)

Salary: In line with HSE Senior Radiographer pay scales

Excel Recruitment is delighted to partner with one of Ireland's leading acute hospitals in Cork, to recruit an Experienced Radiographer to join their Radiology Department.

About the Hospital

Our client is the largest acute hospital in Ireland, with over 800 beds following the expansion of the state-of-the-art Cardiac Renal Centre.

The Radiology Department provides a comprehensive, high-quality imaging service on a 24/7 basis, supporting a wide range of specialties and delivering care to a large and diverse patient population.

About the Role

This position offers the opportunity to work as part of a highly skilled and supportive Radiography team, delivering a high-quality General X-Ray service across both routine and emergency settings.

You will play a key role in maintaining clinical standards, supporting junior staff, and contributing to the ongoing development of radiography services within a busy acute hospital environment.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work in Ireland's largest acute hospital
• Exposure to a high-volume, diverse clinical caseload
• Strong leadership and supportive team environment
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and development
• Access to ongoing CPD and training

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality General X-Ray imaging services across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings
• Contribute to a busy general and emergency radiography service
• Participate in on-call and out-of-hours services as required
• Maintain excellent standards of patient care and professional practice
• Ensure adherence to radiation protection principles (justification, optimisation, ALARA, and dose limits)
• Work effectively with RIS, PACS, and other hospital systems
• Support junior radiographers and contribute to a positive team environment
• Report equipment issues and maintain a safe, compliant working environment
• Engage in CPD, training, and continuous service improvement initiatives

Team Structure

• Clinical Lead (Consultant Radiologist)
• Radiography Service Manager 3
• Radiography Service Manager 1
• Clinical Specialist / Superintendent Radiographers
• Senior Radiographers
• Staff Grade Radiographers

Eligibility Criteria

• Degree/Diploma in Radiography
• CORU registration (essential)
• Proven experience in General Radiography, ideally in a busy acute hospital setting
• Strong knowledge of radiation safety and HSE guidelines
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Available to start work in 4-6 weeks.