CT/MRI Radiographer (Cross-Sectional Radiographer)

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 27 April 2025

Job summary

Band 6 CT/MRI Radiographer (Cross-Sectional Radiographer) or Band 5 Trainee An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Radiographer to join our friendly and hardworking CT and MRI teams at TRFT, working flexibly across both modalities as a Cross-sectional Radiographer. We are seeking an enthusiastic, patient-focused Radiographer to support our expanding imaging services. Applications are welcome from experienced Radiographers or those applying for a Band 5 training role. You will work with state-of-the-art Siemens equipment including Sola and Avanto 1.5T MRI scanners, and Somatom Drive Dual source, AS+ 128-slice, and Somatom Go CT scanners, across our acute site and Community Diagnostic Centre. Our services support a wide range of specialities including Trauma, Orthopaedics, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, ENT, General Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology, Breast, Neurology, and Stroke Services. We actively support postgraduate education and professional growth, helping you develop in this highly specialised field. The role requires flexibility to work across a 7-day rota including long days, nights, and weekend shifts, whilst supporting work-life balance. If you're looking for a role combining patient care with a technical challenge in both CT and MRI, we would love to hear from you. For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact Dawn Webb - MRI Lead on 01709 427652, dawn.webb@nhs.net or Matthew Beckett CT Lead on 01709 426880, matthew.beckett@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

As a Cross-sectional Radiographer, you will work across both MRI and CT, managing a busy and varied caseload of inpatients and outpatients. Youll independently run scan lists, ensuring timely, high-quality imaging whilst delivering outstanding patient care. Clear and compassionate communication is essential. You will rotate between our acute hospital site and our new Rotherham Community Diagnostic Centre, adapting to the different workflows and challenges each setting presents. Flexibility and resilience are key in maintaining service quality across both environments. Working as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team, you will liaise closely with Radiologists, referrers, and colleagues to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centred imaging. Youll also contribute to protocol development, equipment safety, quality assurance, and service improvement. Excellent teamwork, professionalism, and a flexible approach are vital. We actively encourage personal development, supporting post-graduate training to enhance skills and career progression. Providing the opportunity to develop leadership skills, with potential to mentor and support junior colleagues

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship

From the 09 April 2025 we cannot sponsor band 3 entry level roles

Date posted

17 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-02-038

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to degree level or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography
Evidence of continual professional development

Desirable

Trained in I.V. Cannulation and to inject contrast media
Anaphylaxis Training
Post graduate education
Completed rotations in specialties and experience of audit/research

Registration

Essential

HCPC Registration

Experience

Desirable

Must have relevant experience as a Radiographer
Experience within imaging modalities

knowledge

Essential

Evidence of training in all radiographic techniques
Knowledge of professional standards in keeping with professional registration (e.g. HCPC)
Knowledge of basic computer skills
Knowledge of radiation protection, IR(ME) R2017, IRR 17 and radiographic protocols
To be able to work without direct supervision and maintain a high degree of professionalism
Knowledge of MRI safety

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to degree level or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography
Evidence of continual professional development

Desirable

Trained in I.V. Cannulation and to inject contrast media
Anaphylaxis Training
Post graduate education
Completed rotations in specialties and experience of audit/research

Registration

Essential

HCPC Registration

Experience

Desirable

Must have relevant experience as a Radiographer
Experience within imaging modalities

knowledge

Essential

Evidence of training in all radiographic techniques
Knowledge of professional standards in keeping with professional registration (e.g. HCPC)
Knowledge of basic computer skills
Knowledge of radiation protection, IR(ME) R2017, IRR 17 and radiographic protocols
To be able to work without direct supervision and maintain a high degree of professionalism
Knowledge of MRI safety

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.