Diagnostic Radiographer (General)
The closing date is 10 December 2025
Job summary
We are delighted to invite applications for a Senior Radiographer to join our welcoming and dynamic Radiology team at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. Based mainly at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, you will also have the opportunity to rotate through our newly established Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at Hollinswood House, giving you exposure to a variety of settings and services.
To be successful, you will hold a BSc (Hon) in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR, be registered with the HCPC, and have at least two years of post-graduate NHS hospital experience.
In this role, you will be a valued member of our general team, working across areas such as theatre imaging and fluoroscopy. We provide full support for training and development, and you will take part in our busy rotation, including on-call and seven-day working rosters.
Our department has a strong teaching culture, with radiographers contributing to the training and mentorship of undergraduate students and preceptees. We are proud to offer an excellent on-site learning environment and are fully committed to role extension, with radiographers already practicing in areas such as Ultrasound, Barium Swallows, CT Colonoscopies, and plain film reporting.
We are equally dedicated to Advanced Practice, supporting the growth of our teams through close collaboration with our Consultant Radiographer and Consultant Radiologists.
Main duties of the job
- To undertake X-ray examinations as an operator in accordance withIR(ME)R 2017, under indirect supervision of more senior member ofstaff.
- To justify medical exposures using the Department's IR(ME)R ExaminationProtocols to ensure a safe effective x-ray service to all patients.
- To produce a good quality diagnostic image whilst keeping theradiation dose as low as is reasonably practicable.
- To assess and treat a workload of patients whilst maintaining a highstandard of care to all patients and staff.
- To comply with Trust, Departmental, health and safety and Data protectionpolicies
- To maintain at all times patients' privacy and confidentiality.
About us
All of our General X-ray 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
27 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum/ pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
223-SDR-877
Job locations
The Royal Shrewsbury Hispital
Mytton Oak Road
Shrewsbury
SY3 8XQ
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
The Royal Shrewsbury Hispital
Mytton Oak Road
Shrewsbury
SY3 8XQ
Employer's website
http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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