Senior Rotational Radiographer

University Hospitals Sussex; Brighton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust is seeking a dedicated Senior Radiographer to join the Imaging team at Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. This role involves performing a range of imaging duties, supporting junior staff, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Candidates should hold HCPC registration and have previous NHS experience in a busy radiography setting. This position offers opportunities for professional development, a commitment to high-quality patient care, and flexible working options. Join us in making a difference in the healthcare community.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development support

Wellbeing programs for staff

Qualifications

• HCPC registration and previous NHS experience are required.
• Experience in cross-sectional imaging and interventional radiology is preferred.
• Experience of working in a busy imaging department.

Responsibilities

• Work in all areas of Imaging at various sites.
• Supervise junior staff and support the multi-disciplinary team.
• Ensure high-quality imaging service and departmental compliance with regulations.

Skills

Experience in trauma and A&E plain film radiography

Experience in general radiography including plain film and mobile

HCPC registration

Evidence of patient-focused care

Education

HCPC registered radiographer

Tools

Canon and Siemens CT scanners

Siemens and Philips MRI scanners

Job description

Overview

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Main area Diagnostic Radiographer Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours 37.5 hours per week (Will include out of hours, nights and weekends as part of core hours)

• Full time
• Flexible working

Job ref 279-7551521-JAN26

Employer University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Site Royal Sussex County Hospital
Town Brighton
Salary £38,682 - £46,580 Per annum pro rata
Salary period Yearly
Closing 15/02/2026 23:59

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance – because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

As part of our commitment to access for all, please see the different ways you can access the application form: https://apps.trac.jobs/accessibility?_ts=1

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job overview

An opportunity has arisen for a skilled and enthusiastic Senior Radiographer to join our friendly and dynamic Imaging team at the Royal Sussex County Hospital (RSCH) in Brighton.

UHSussex provides care for 1.8 million service users across Sussex and its borders across five main hospital sites. RSCH is the largest site, providing district general, specialist and tertiary services to the residents of Brighton and Hove, mid Sussex and parts of East Sussex, in addition to being the major trauma centre for the whole of Sussex and the South East. The Brighton campus also includes the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital and the Sussex Eye Hospital.

The Imaging Department is predominantly based in Level 4 of the Louisa Martindale Building, with emergency x-ray and CT imaging services provided separately in our department on the acute floor. The Department currently has:

• Canon and Siemens CT scanners.
• Siemens and Philips MRI scanners, including 3T which will open in Spring 2025.
• Philips IR suite and hybrid theatre.

The successful applicant will become a core part of our multidisciplinary team, rotating through all areas of plain film, fluoroscopy, mobile x-ray and theatres, whilst also having the opportunity to train in CT, MRI and Interventional Radiology. They will also be able to develop their role in the support and education of junior staff, students and other healthcare personnel.

Main duties of the job

This Senior Rotational Radiographer role would suit radiographers who have good experience of working in a busy imaging department and wish to continue working in x-ray, whilst offering additional dedication to develop their career in the fields of CT, MRI and Interventional Radiology. This position offers the chance to be an integral part of our thriving Imaging team and work closely with like-minded radiographers, junior staff, radiologists, nurses, RDAs and HCAs.

The Imaging Department is supported by a team of Lead Superintendent Radiographers and Superintendent Radiographers and, in return of your commitment to us, we will provide on-going support for your professional development as well as a friendly, challenging and stimulating work environment.

With this role, there is a commitment to the out-of-hours service and extended working days.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria.

• The Senior Radiographer will be expected to work in all areas of Imaging at the Royal Sussex County Hospital (RSCH), the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital (RACH), and Hove Polyclinic (HPC).
• The Senior Radiographer will need to be able to undertake a wide range of clinical duties to provide a high-quality imaging service and assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients, encouraging and supporting colleagues to also do so.
• Ensure the department delivers an exemplary service and experience to patients and members of the public.
• Ensure departmental adherence to Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)R) 2017 and Ionising Radiation Regulations (IRR) 2017, MRHA MRI safety guidelines and the Trust’s policies, protocols, and guidelines.
• Actively participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, including the supervision of newly qualified and junior members of staff, assistant practitioners, and student Radiographers.
• Support the Superintendent Radiographer to ensure the day-to-day running of the Imaging Department is smoothly coordinated.
• The post-holder will be expected to participate in the 7-day extended day and out-of-hours (OOH) rota.

Person specification

Training, HCPC registration and NHS experience

• HCPC registration
• Previous NHS experience
• Experience in trauma and A&E plain film radiography
• Experience in general radiography including plain film, mobile, theatres and fluoroscopy
• Experience in cross-sectional
• Experience in Interventional radiology

Working at UH Sussex

• Mentions specifics of working at UHS/RSCH
• Evidence of providing patient-focused care
• Understanding of Patient First
• Trust Values
• Evidence of team working within Imaging
• Evidence of working in a wider multidisciplinary team

Safety

• Awareness of IR(ME)R 2017
• Awareness of IRR 2017
• Awareness of Health and Safety (RIDDOR, COSHH, Health and Safety at Work Act, etc.)

Modality experience

• Experienced band 5 radiographer - at least 12 months
• Experience in plain film
• Experience in CT
• Experience in IR

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants:

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Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.