Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer

The closing date is 24 October 2025

Job summary

We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic, ambitious diagnostic radiographer to join our friendly and forward-thinking Radiology team. This is an ideal opportunity for an HCPC registered radiographer wishing to increase their radiographic experience and expertise in a bustling and team-focused department.

Our internal training and support have long been a draw for candidates as it has enabled numerous radiographers to develop the necessary skills for career progression and advanced practice.

If you are a radiographer with a passion for patient-centered care, we would like to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Undertake all clinical work on rotation through the department under the direction of Senior Radiographers, maintaining high clinical standards at all times

Decreasing each patient's radiation dose during examinations by the use of collimation and careful positioning

Act as Operator under IR(ME)R 2000 Radiation Regulations, assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination

Observing the department Dose Reference Levels (DRLs) and Dose Investigation Levels (DILs), reporting excess doses and radiation incidents to The Royal Free radiation physics service and via Datix

To be trained to the standard required by the department and accept advice and instruction when necessary

To seek advice from the Lead Radiographer when confronted by new or unusual situations, particularly when it may be necessary to refuse a patient's examination request

Ensuring that competency sheets are signed off in a timely fashion and competency is maintained in all signed off areas.

Demonstrate a high level of communication skills and empathy when dealing with patients and other staff members, referencing the Trust core values at all times

Please see the 'Job Description' section for a detailed list of roles and responsibilities.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Details

Date posted

10 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,763 to £43,466 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (Pro-rata if LTFT)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7519524

Job locations

Barnet Hospital

Wellhouse Lane

Herts

EN53DJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography HCPC registration
  • Experience working in NHS

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Ability to perform a wide range of plain film X-rays to a high standard including adaptive technique.

Experience and knowledge

Essential

  • Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and pathology that can be used to justify examinations and image appropriately.
  • Awareness of statutory regulations related to Radiology.

Personal qualities

Essential

  • Able to work well within a small team, to work without supervision and also to take direction from senior colleagues.
  • Able to show reflection and subsequent improvement in techniques when involved in incidents.
  • Can demonstrate a desire to put the patient first.

Other requirements

Essential

  • Willingness to work flexibly.
  • Friendly, caring and approachable to patients and staff.

Trust Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet Trust values.
Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography HCPC registration
  • Experience working in NHS

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Ability to perform a wide range of plain film X-rays to a high standard including adaptive technique.

Experience and knowledge

Essential

  • Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and pathology that can be used to justify examinations and image appropriately.
  • Awareness of statutory regulations related to Radiology.

Personal qualities

Essential

  • Able to work well within a small team, to work without supervision and also to take direction from senior colleagues.
  • Able to show reflection and subsequent improvement in techniques when involved in incidents.
  • Can demonstrate a desire to put the patient first.

Other requirements

Essential

  • Willingness to work flexibly.
  • Friendly, caring and approachable to patients and staff.

Trust Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet Trust values.

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Barnet Hospital

Wellhouse Lane

Herts

EN53DJ


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Barnet Hospital

Wellhouse Lane

Herts

EN53DJ


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Radiographer

Lee Johnston

lee.johnston@nhs.net

07778052472

Details

Date posted

10 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,763 to £43,466 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (Pro-rata if LTFT)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7519524

Job locations

Barnet Hospital

Wellhouse Lane

Herts

EN53DJ


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