Job Summary
We are looking to recruit a dedicated and skilled Band 6 Diagnostic Radiographer to rotate between General X-ray , CT and MRI at The Walton Centre for Neurology and Neurosurgery, in Liverpool
Our Imaging department is very well equipped, with a Siemens Multitom Rax, 3 DR Mobiles, 1 Digital Fluoroscopy/DR Room, 6 Digital Mobile Image Intensifiers, 1 O-arm for neuro-navigation, 2 Toshiba CT Scanners and 5 MRI scanners (including 1 Intra-Operative).
Our Radiographers undertake a wide range of imaging examinations through a variety of shifts and on-call.
Main duties of the job
To perform a wide range of specialised neuroradiographic procedures and assist with neuroradiological procedures throughout the department, managing workload and prioritising patient examinations where appropriate.
To manage effectively the emergency neuroradiographic workload for the trust whilst on call.
To contribute effectively to the delivery of an efficient and responsive Neuroradiology service and communicate effectively with all other professions within and external to the Trust and abide by relevant Code of Professional Practice.
To ensure that all patient details are correct and recorded on the departments radiology systems and amend as appropriate. To keep accurate and legible written and or electronic records of all examinations undertaken.
To demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development.
To participate in Research and Development both within and external to the Trust.
To participate in departmental audit activity to include Clinical Governance, Health and Safety, Risk Management and service improvement.
To comply with and enforce national regulations and guidelines. Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017, Ionising Radiation (for Medical Exposure) Regulations 2018, and the Local Rules for Radiation Protection and Magnetic Resonance Safety.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Diagnostic Radiography or DCR(R)
Desirable
- Post graduate qualifications relevant to Diagnostic Imaging
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Radiographic experience across a wide range of modalities and neuroradiographic experience to include MR and CT
- Able to demonstrate good radiographic technical knowledge
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
Desirable
- An understanding of recent developments within the NHS
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and staff
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Demonstrate good problem solving skills
- Demonstrate good organisational skills
- To be involved with the training of student radiographers, Neuroradiographers and other staff/ visitors
- Be an effective advocate for patients
- Must be able to work to short deadlines and have a flexible approach to workload
- To be able to wear radiation protective clothing
- To be able to operate and move a full range of radiographic equipment to include mobile C arms, ceiling suspended x-ray tubes and mobile x-ray machines
- Adhere to and enforce radiation legislation ie IR(ME)R 2018, IRR 2017
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).
Closing Date: 20 February 2026
