Job summary
The successful candidate will be committed to giving our patients and referrers the very best quality of care and service.
The CT scanning department currently has 3 CT scanners, increasing to 4 at the beginning of April 2026 with the extension of our CDC site. We operate over 2 sites, Chesterfield Royal Hospital and Walton Community Hospital and CDC, providing a wide range of scans including Trauma and ED, Oncology, Orthopaedics, Vascular, CTCs, Cardiacs and some interventional procedures. We are currently in the middle of a replacement project that will see 2 new CT scanners at Chesterfield over the next 12 months, along with a third at Walton.
Radiographers work 12hour shifts, which include weekends and nights.
Being part of the Chesterfield Royal Hospital Team brings with it the opportunity to contribute to the training of student Radiographers on their clinical placement.
Main duties of the job
oProduce high quality diagnostic scans, while maintaining Local and National DLRs and following radiation guidelines
oEfficient and effective running of the CT lists, ensuring that policies and procedures are adhered to, providing a safe and efficient environment for the patient
oParticipate in the CT departments QA and Audit programme
o Work at both CRH and CDC sites and participate in a full rota which includes weekend and night shifts
o Participate in the supervision of student Radiographers and training of rotational and junior radiographers
o Maintaining good working relationships with all Departments
o Be proactive and keen to fulfil the responsibilities of the Band 6 role as in the Job Description.
About us
Chesterfield Royal Hospital Foundation Trust is an Acute District General Hospital, with Satellite units at Walton, Whitworth and Buxton. Our services include a wide variety of surgical and medical care, maternity services, and a 24-hour Emergency Department with an Urgent Treatment Centre for non-life-threatening issues.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at CRHFT and we have a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
CRHFT create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At CRHFT we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Produce high quality diagnostic scans, while maintaining Local and National DLRs and following radiation guidelines
Efficient and effective running of the CT lists, ensuring that policies and procedures are adhered to, providing a safe and efficient environment for the patient
Actively participate in the CT departments QA and Audit programme
Work at both CRH and CDC sites and participate in a full rota which includes weekend and night shifts
Participate in the supervision of student Radiographers and training of rotational and junior radiographers
Maintaining good working relationships with all Departments
Be proactive and keen to fulfil the responsibilities of the Band 6 role as in the Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Produce high quality diagnostic scans, while maintaining Local and National DLRs and following radiation guidelines
Efficient and effective running of the CT lists, ensuring that policies and procedures are adhered to, providing a safe and efficient environment for the patient
Actively participate in the CT departments QA and Audit programme
Work at both CRH and CDC sites and participate in a full rota which includes weekend and night shifts
Participate in the supervision of student Radiographers and training of rotational and junior radiographers
Maintaining good working relationships with all Departments
Be proactive and keen to fulfil the responsibilities of the Band 6 role as in the Job Description.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Broad Clinical Skills
- CT Experience
Desirable
- Involvement in Practice development
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Organisational Skills
- Broad Clinical Skills
Desirable
- Awareness of Health and safety including IR(ME)R 2017
- Awareness of current developments within the profession
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons)in Radiography OR Diploma of the College of Radiographers
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Broad Clinical Skills
- CT Experience
Desirable
- Involvement in Practice development
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Organisational Skills
- Broad Clinical Skills
Desirable
- Awareness of Health and safety including IR(ME)R 2017
- Awareness of current developments within the profession
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons)in Radiography OR Diploma of the College of Radiographers
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
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.
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.
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).
