Cross sectional Radiographer (CT / MRI) - London

Fixed Term Senior Radiographer (£40,000–£53,000 per annum)

Location: London

Reporting to: Imaging Manager

Contract: Fixed Term Cover (Mid July 2026 to End of January 2027 – approximately 6.5 months)

Company Overview

Our client is a leading private outpatient and diagnostic provider located within London's premier medical district, delivering exceptional services across Cardiology, Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine, Podiatry, Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT), and Executive Health Screening.

Their multidisciplinary team of highly regarded consultants and clinicians, combined with state-of-the-art diagnostic facilities, enables them to provide outstanding care to private patients.

They offer a premium imaging service, bringing together advanced technology and clinical expertise to support accurate and timely diagnosis.

Patients are at the centre of everything they do, with a focus on delivering personalised, efficient, and compassionate care throughout every stage of the diagnostic pathway.

Reporting To

Imaging Manager

Core Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

Clinical

Perform a variety of diagnostic imaging procedures, including MRI, CT, fluoroscopy and X-ray examinations. Cardiac MRI and/or Cardiac CT experience is essential.

Undertake IV cannulation.

Prepare and position patients safely and comfortably for imaging procedures.

Operate and maintain imaging equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images, reporting equipment faults where required.

Monitor patients during procedures, adjusting techniques where necessary to obtain optimum images.

Ensure all patient documentation and imaging records are completed accurately in line with departmental policies.

Adhere to radiation safety procedures to minimise exposure for patients and colleagues.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of imaging technology and participate in continuing professional development.

Assist with equipment maintenance, quality control and maintaining a clean clinical environment.

Participate in governance programmes, including audits and quality assurance.

Work in accordance with the Code of Practice for the Use of Ionising Radiation and IR(ME)R regulations.

Report adverse incidents and near misses through the incident reporting system.

Support the administrative team with patient bookings, vetting and other administrative duties where required.

Communicate professionally, safely and empathetically with patients and carers before, during and after examinations.

General Duties

Report any incidents involving patients, staff or visitors to the Imaging Manager.

Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team.

Remain flexible regarding clinics, administration, working hours and site cover, carrying out other reasonable duties when required.

Act as a professional ambassador for the organisation.

Demonstrate professionalism, transparency, openness and kindness at all times.

Key Performance Indicators

Achievement of appraisal and performance review objectives.

Delivery of organisational objectives.

Positive feedback from colleagues and peers.

Successful completion of competency assessments.

Compliance with CQC standards.

Positive patient satisfaction outcomes.

Satisfactory documentation and clinical audit results.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Degree in Diagnostic Imaging.

HCPC registered.

Knowledge

Essential

Relevant competencies for the role.

Up-to-date clinical knowledge.

Evidence-based clinical practice aligned with national best practice.

Basic workload and shift management skills.

Proficient IT skills.

Skills & Experience

Essential

MRI and/or CT trained.

Strong understanding of clinical governance and imaging protocols.

Experience working within an imaging department (ideally MRI) and clinical settings such as cardiothoracic, orthopaedic or ENT.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong patient/customer-focused approach.

Team player with excellent organisational and time management skills.

Accurate administrative skills.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Computer literate.

Proactive and compassionate approach.

Desirable

Cardiac CT and Cardiac MRI experience.

SOR-approved injection qualification.

Plain film and fluoroscopy competence using DR systems.

Experience within private healthcare and/or the NHS.

Personal Attributes

Essential

Strong patient-focused approach with excellent customer service.

Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

Commitment to quality, safety and compliance.

Flexible and adaptable.

Professional and accountable.

Empathetic, reassuring and compassionate manner.

Self-motivated with the ability to use initiative.

Desirable

Understanding of medical interventions and diagnoses.

Additional Information

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.