Diagnostic Radiographer

Job summary
The Royal Marsden Hospital is one of Europe's largest Oncology centres and was the world's first hospital dedicated to cancer research, diagnosis, treatment and education with sites in Chelsea, Cavendish Square and Sutton. This post is based at our Sutton site.

We are currently inviting applications from enthusiastic radiographers for a substantive Band 6 radiographer to rotate in General X-ray and CT initially then MRI and Mammography if appropriate. Participation in the non-residential X-ray and CT on-call rota is expected.

The successful candidate should be an innovative, highly motivated radiographer with good communication skills, who is keen to contribute positively to the expanding imaging service. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a commitment to professional development and show a keen interest in the future of their profession and the diagnostic imaging services. In return the successful applicant will be offered a high standard of support towards their career pathway.

Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to be flexible in their approach as the department will operate between 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and Saturday 8am-5pm in CT and 8:30-5pm in IR and X-ray. The post holder will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team liaising with Radiologists and clinicians in charge of a patient as well as clinical nurse specialists, staff at other radiology sites and other departmental staff. They will also liaise with internal and external agencies.

The post holder will be required to rotate between CT and general X-ray and will take responsibility for the timely, efficient and courteous provision of imaging services within the available resources.

About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work-life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:

• To provide a high quality diagnostic imaging service
• To comply with accurate patient identification procedures
• To perform imaging examinations within Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) and Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)R) guidelines while adhering to local radiation protection guidelines
• To give advice to patients and clinicians regarding the preparation required for specialised imaging examinations and to gain verbal/written consent from patients undergoing imaging examinations/intravenous contrast administration
• To give advice on aftercare following interventional procedures and bruising/extravasations post intravenous contrast injection

Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential

• State registration
• DCR/BSc in Radiography

Desirable

• Cannulation certificate or completed workbook

Experience
Essential

• Minimum of two years post-graduate experience

Desirable

• Evidence of care of patients in an oncology setting
• Experience of cross-sectional imaging
• Mammography post graduate certificate/experience

Skills, Abilities/Knowledge
Essential

• Ability to use word processing software and IT systems (e.g. Radiology systems, Microsoft Word and Outlook)
• Evidence of working within a team
• Ability to demonstrate self
• Ability to write clearly and concisely in English
• Ability to express themselves clearly in English

Other Requirements
Essential

• Evidence of personal development, enthusiasm and initiative
• Evidence of CPD
• Confident, diplomatic, flexible. Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Closing date: 05 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 282-SB1982
Location: The Royal Marsden Sutton, Sutton, SM2 5PT

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