The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Cross-Sectional Radiographer

The closing date is 21 August 2025

Job summary

The Radiology Department at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn, are looking for enthusiastic Radiographers to undertake Cross-Sectional scanning in the CT and MRI departments.

In order for a successful application, the individual must be competent in at least one of the two modalities.

On completion of department competencies, the post holder will be part of a cross-sectional roster that covers a 7-day service. Providing out of hours cover for CT and cauda equina imaging in MRI

Main duties of the job

To provide a professional high quality and responsive cross-sectional service, to patients in a safe clinical environment.

To undertake a wide variety of specialised CT and MR Procedures and examinations.

Complete competency sign-off in both modalities

Undertake Cannulation training and acquire sign-off

Undertake PGD training assessment and sign-off

Manage workloads, authorising and prioritising radiological examinations as appropriate for clinical need.

To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing high standards of patient care, whilst following policies and procedures as specified by the radiology management team.

The post holder will be expected to be flexible, covering a 7-day service, which includes out of hours (OOH) CT cover, and cauda equina syndrome in MRI.

About us

There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once in a generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital to open in 2030 and we are also carrying out on one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken.Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs.We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome.We love working here and think you will too.

Date posted

07 August 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

Reference number

426-903-25TAM

Job locations

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Gayton Road

King's Lynn

PE30 4ET

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person Specification

Qualifications/training and professional development

Essential

BSc Radiography or equivalent Diploma of the College of Radiographers
HCPC registered or in the process of achieving HCPC registration

Desirable

Department PGD training
In-house cannulation training

Experience

Essential

Up to date with current imaging technology
Up to date CPD portfolio
UK/NHS Experience

Desirable

CT or MRI Post grad certificate

Skills, abilities and knowledge

Essential

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to impart knowledge and skills to other members of the team
Ability to use initiative using judgement as and when required
Ability to work with colleagues as part of a team
Understanding of confidentiality and the Data Protection legislation

Person Specification

Qualifications/training and professional development

Essential

BSc Radiography or equivalent Diploma of the College of Radiographers
HCPC registered or in the process of achieving HCPC registration

Desirable

Department PGD training
In-house cannulation training

Experience

Essential

Up to date with current imaging technology
Up to date CPD portfolio
UK/NHS Experience

Desirable

CT or MRI Post grad certificate

Skills, abilities and knowledge

Essential

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to impart knowledge and skills to other members of the team
Ability to use initiative using judgement as and when required
Ability to work with colleagues as part of a team
Understanding of confidentiality and the Data Protection legislation

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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 Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Gayton Road

King's Lynn

PE30 4ET

Employer's website

https://www.qehkl.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Gayton Road

King's Lynn

PE30 4ET

Employer's website

https://www.qehkl.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)