The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Diagnostic Radiographer
The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Uxbridge, Massachusetts, us, 01569
The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Diagnostic Radiographer The closing date is 13 November 2025
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two enthusiastic, hardworking, motivated, and patient-focused Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographers to join our friendly radiology team. This post would suit a newly-qualified radiographer or a third year student about to qualify.
The Hillingdon Hospital Radiology Department is undergoing a transformation with the procurement of new equipment. We have recently added a new GE EVO CT scanner, brand new OPG machine with cone beam CT and 2x plain film DR rooms. In addition, a state of the art breast imaging unit has been built at Mount Vernon Hospital.
During your first two years working with us you will not only be able to consolidate and develop your general radiographic skills but also acquire basic competencies in CT.
Opportunities to train in MRI and US are open to all staff, these posts are awarded on merit, not experience.
The radiology department is committed to developing their radiographers and we positively encourage and support extended roles and post graduate training. Currently we have radiographers undertaking Post graduate Certificates in ultrasound, a radiographer led HSG and PICC line insertion service and reporting radiographers providing musculo-skeletal reporting.
Our services are provided on two sites at the Hillingdon and Mount Vernon Hospitals.
Main duties of the job You will be expected to participate in the radiographer shift rota and the out of hours duties on both sites. Main duties include:
To produce images of diagnostic quality that are properly identified with regard to patient's name, side examined, date of examination etc., in line with trust and departmental protocols.
Be adequately trained in the safe and competent use of equipment prior to operating it.
To be fully competent in the operation of all appropriate imaging equipment.
Use knowledge and skill to adapt your radiographic technique for complicated cases.
Be responsible for the welfare and comfort of patients in the department.
Assist with the training and supervision of student radiographers, assistant practitioners and radiographic assistants.
Participate in the departments radiographer shift rota and out of hours rota to provide 24/7 radiology cover.
About us The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services, including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics, and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit, and outpatient clinics.
The safety and well-being of our patients and staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this - particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals, and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe, and compassionate care, while we drive forward with the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.
We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.
Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.
Person Specification
BSc in Radiography or equivalent
HCPC Registered
A good working knowledge of radiographic techniques
Demonstrates excellent patient care
Commitment to work as part of the radiographer shift rota over 7 days
Trained in IV cannulation
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.
The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
£35,763 to £43,466 a year per annum (incl. of HCAA)
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Diagnostic Radiographer The closing date is 13 November 2025
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two enthusiastic, hardworking, motivated, and patient-focused Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographers to join our friendly radiology team. This post would suit a newly-qualified radiographer or a third year student about to qualify.
The Hillingdon Hospital Radiology Department is undergoing a transformation with the procurement of new equipment. We have recently added a new GE EVO CT scanner, brand new OPG machine with cone beam CT and 2x plain film DR rooms. In addition, a state of the art breast imaging unit has been built at Mount Vernon Hospital.
During your first two years working with us you will not only be able to consolidate and develop your general radiographic skills but also acquire basic competencies in CT.
Opportunities to train in MRI and US are open to all staff, these posts are awarded on merit, not experience.
The radiology department is committed to developing their radiographers and we positively encourage and support extended roles and post graduate training. Currently we have radiographers undertaking Post graduate Certificates in ultrasound, a radiographer led HSG and PICC line insertion service and reporting radiographers providing musculo-skeletal reporting.
Our services are provided on two sites at the Hillingdon and Mount Vernon Hospitals.
Main duties of the job You will be expected to participate in the radiographer shift rota and the out of hours duties on both sites. Main duties include:
To produce images of diagnostic quality that are properly identified with regard to patient's name, side examined, date of examination etc., in line with trust and departmental protocols.
Be adequately trained in the safe and competent use of equipment prior to operating it.
To be fully competent in the operation of all appropriate imaging equipment.
Use knowledge and skill to adapt your radiographic technique for complicated cases.
Be responsible for the welfare and comfort of patients in the department.
Assist with the training and supervision of student radiographers, assistant practitioners and radiographic assistants.
Participate in the departments radiographer shift rota and out of hours rota to provide 24/7 radiology cover.
About us The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services, including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics, and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit, and outpatient clinics.
The safety and well-being of our patients and staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this - particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals, and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe, and compassionate care, while we drive forward with the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.
We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.
Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.
Person Specification
BSc in Radiography or equivalent
HCPC Registered
A good working knowledge of radiographic techniques
Demonstrates excellent patient care
Commitment to work as part of the radiographer shift rota over 7 days
Trained in IV cannulation
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.
The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
£35,763 to £43,466 a year per annum (incl. of HCAA)
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