Job summary
Manchester Royal Infirmary part of the Greater Manchester Cardiac services, between sites have 9 Cath labs and a transplant biopsy suite (3 labs located at Manchester Royal Infirmary)
We are looking for an enthusiastic radiographer keen to expand their knowledge of Catheter Lab procedures. The role will be mainly based at the Oxford Road site, with rotation to the Oxford Road site. Full training, support and induction packages will be provided for this.
Involvement in our busy lucrative on call Primary PCI service is expected. This is locally agreed with enhanced pay and compensatory rest planned in.
As radiographers we sit very much within the multidisciplinary team within the catheter labs, working closely together with Medical, nursing, and physiologist colleagues, supporting each other whilst providing high quality care to our patients.
Main duties of the job
The Catheter Laboratory suite forms part of the Manchester Heart Centre Cardiology service. It is one of the busiest in the country. We provide a busy 24/7 Primary Angioplasty Service covering the Greater Manchester geographical area.
We are a leading Trust and cover the whole portfolio of procedures including angiography, angioplasty, CTO, TAVI, Mitraclips, PFO, complex pacing and a varied range of electrophysiology procedures.
As a Cardiac Specialist Centre applicants will be expected to take part in a busy on call system.
Communication and the ability to be a team player are essential in helping provide a safe effective service in what is a fast paced technical role.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Radiography) or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of advanced imaging studies. Ideally this should be postgraduate PgC/PgD level, but demonstration of equivalent level, non-formal study via Evidence of formal post graduate study an advantage
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years post graduate experience in all areas of general radiography.
Desirable
- Express interest in cardiology
Skills
Essential
- Ability to organize staff to meet demands.
- Ability to prioritize and organize workload.
- Able to manage own time effectively
- Able to communicate well with a range of personnel. Able to work well in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Able to learn new skill in a stressful environment
- Abilities in IT is essential
- Ability to coach and supervise less experienced radiographers in specialized techniques. Able to coach other healthcare professions in radiation protection.
- Ability to assess progress, give feedback and plan action
Knowledge
Essential
- General Radiation protection knowledge
- General Radiography Principles
Desirable
- Cardiac Anatomy
- Basic knowledge of human vasculature
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Radiography) or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of advanced imaging studies. Ideally this should be postgraduate PgC/PgD level, but demonstration of equivalent level, non-formal study via Evidence of formal post graduate study an advantage
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years post graduate experience in all areas of general radiography.
Desirable
- Express interest in cardiology
Skills
Essential
- Ability to organize staff to meet demands.
- Ability to prioritize and organize workload.
- Able to manage own time effectively
- Able to communicate well with a range of personnel. Able to work well in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Able to learn new skill in a stressful environment
- Abilities in IT is essential
- Ability to coach and supervise less experienced radiographers in specialized techniques. Able to coach other healthcare professions in radiation protection.
- Ability to assess progress, give feedback and plan action
Knowledge
Essential
- General Radiation protection knowledge
- General Radiography Principles
Desirable
- Cardiac Anatomy
- Basic knowledge of human vasculature
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).
