The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Diagnostic Radiographer

The closing date is 07 October 2025

Job summary

We are looking for highly motivated Radiographers to join our very busy Radiology team here at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. The successful applicant will work primarily at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital with possibilities to rotate through the newly created Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), Hollinswood House.

The successful applicants must have a BSc (Hon) Diagnostic Radiography or DCR and a current HCPC registration.

The successful applicant will be an integral part of the general team which includes theatre imaging and fluoroscopy. Training and preceptorship will be supported. This role also includes participation in a busy general rotation including participation in the on-call and 7 day working rosters .

All Radiographers with more than 1 year post graduate experience contribute to the training and mentorship of undergraduate students and preceptees the department has an excellent on-site teaching environment.

The department is fully committed to Advanced Practice and the development of our teams supported by our Consultant Radiographer and working closely with our Consultant Radiologists.

Main duties of the job

  • To undertake X-ray examinations as an operator in accordance with IR(ME)R 2017, under indirectsupervision of more senior member of staff
  • To justify medical exposures using the Department's IR(ME)R Examination Protocols to ensure a safe effective x-ray service to all patients
  • To produce a good quality diagnostic image whilst keeping the radiation dose as low as is reasonablypracticable
  • To assess and treat a workload of patients whilst maintaining a high standard of care to all patients and staff
  • To comply with Trust, Departmental, health and safety and Data protection policies
  • To maintain at all times patients' privacy and confidentiality

About us

All of our General Xray and Fluoroscopy rooms at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital have been fully refurbished in the last 5 years.

We are looking for a Radiographer who strives to follow our Trust Values and puts patient care at the heart of everything they do:

'The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is an organisation that strives to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in'

'We believe that by adhering to our Vision and working with our Values in mind we can behave in a way which will ensure the right results for the people that matter most - our patients and their families.

Our Vision is toprovide excellent care for the communities we serve.'

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is the main provider of acute medical care for half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid-Wales and has been awarded over £300 million to invest in our hospitals. Shropshire is the largest inland county in the UK with Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, World Heritage sites and access to Mid Wales and the Welsh coast. There are good schools, amazingly affordable housing and a wide range of leisure pursuits.

Details

Date posted

23 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

223-DRS-720

Job locations

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job pack for more information on the job description and main responsibilities

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job pack for more information on the job description and main responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current HCPC registration
  • Diploma/BSc in Diagnostic Radiography

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working in general radiography during training or in a previous position
  • Experience or training in an NHS Hospital
  • Experience in out of hours working during training

Desirable

  • Training in CT head scanning

Knowledge

Essential

  • IR(ME)R 2017
  • IRR17 Regulations
  • COSHH

Desirable

  • IV Cannulation
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current HCPC registration
  • Diploma/BSc in Diagnostic Radiography

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working in general radiography during training or in a previous position
  • Experience or training in an NHS Hospital
  • Experience in out of hours working during training

Desirable

  • Training in CT head scanning

Knowledge

Essential

  • IR(ME)R 2017
  • IRR17 Regulations
  • COSHH

Desirable

  • IV Cannulation

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Supt Radiographer

Courtney Hudson

courtney.hudson2@nhs.net

01743261640

Details

Date posted

23 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

223-DRS-720

Job locations

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Supporting documents

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