Job summary Band 6: £38,682 -£46,580 Full time hours: 37.5 per week Permanent contract The CT/MRI department at Queen Alexandra Hospital is a fun, dynamic, vibrant and progressive department with state-of-the-art technology, located on the South coast of England in a lively city with deep historical roots. We currently have a vacancy for an enthusiastic, driven, and motivated Band 6 Radiographer, with a keen interest to specialise in CT and MRI scanning to join our team. Main duties of the job The department has the benefit of cutting-edge CT and MRI technology and provides staff with the exciting opportunity to work with the latest Canon Aquilion One CT scanner and 3T MRI technology in a clinical setting. The department is equipped with 6 CT scanners and 3 MRI scanners with all staff encouraged to rotate through both modalities. We opened a new Emergency Department in November 2024 and therefore are expanding our current team.We are a busy, progressive unit, with a very friendly and caring atmosphere, currently operating a 12hr shift system over 7 days. There is also a requirement to contribute to the night shift and on-call rotas. What can we offer you? A wide variety of experience in all aspects of cross-sectional imaging within a busy and friendly environment. 3 long shifts per week fixed days, with lots of flexibility. A teaching department with a 4-tier structure and supporting mentorship from the team. Many opportunities for education and advancement. Encouragement to continue your professional development. We will also support your professional development via internal courses. Career development mentorship from band 5 through to band 8a. Staff benefits which include childcare vouchers, onsite gym / swimming pool, cycle to work scheme, access to our free Beach Hut and much more! About us Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff. Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust Details Date posted 23 July 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £38,682 to £46,580 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number REF1566C Job locations Queen Alexandra Hospital Cosham PO6 3LY Job description Job responsibilities To conduct a wide range of CT/MR scans upon a range of patient types, both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi-professional team, in a manner that meets profession, departmental and legal standards and requirements. To proactively assist in the management of the MRI and CT scanning departments on a daily basis whilst fostering a safe and efficient environment for patients, staff and visitors. To supervise, and teach junior radiographers, student radiographers and RDAs and to actively help, teach and support training Residents. Ensure patient safety is maintained and patient experience is positive by treating all patients, relatives and colleagues with respect, dignity, and courtesy in accordance with Trust values. Always ensuring that you act within your sphere of competence. Job description Job responsibilities To conduct a wide range of CT/MR scans upon a range of patient types, both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi-professional team, in a manner that meets profession, departmental and legal standards and requirements. To proactively assist in the management of the MRI and CT scanning departments on a daily basis whilst fostering a safe and efficient environment for patients, staff and visitors. To supervise, and teach junior radiographers, student radiographers and RDAs and to actively help, teach and support training Residents. Ensure patient safety is maintained and patient experience is positive by treating all patients, relatives and colleagues with respect, dignity, and courtesy in accordance with Trust values. Always ensuring that you act within your sphere of competence. Person Specification Skills and Knowledge Essential Demonstrate specialised keyboard skills required for image manipulation Good organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team or alone Good communication skills Good attention to detail High levels of concentration required Demonstrate co-ordination and sensory skills required for precise positioning of patients with narrow margin for error Speed and accuracy Understanding of current Ionising Radiation Regulations Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Radiology Hold a current HCPC registration Have portfolio evidence of CPD Desirable Extended Clinical role e.g. IV cannulations qualification Post graduate qualification Experience Essential 2 years post graduate experience Desirable 3+ years post graduate experience CT Colonography experience Person Specification Skills and Knowledge Essential Demonstrate specialised keyboard skills required for image manipulation Good organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team or alone Good communication skills Good attention to detail High levels of concentration required Demonstrate co-ordination and sensory skills required for precise positioning of patients with narrow margin for error Speed and accuracy Understanding of current Ionising Radiation Regulations Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Radiology Hold a current HCPC registration Have portfolio evidence of CPD Desirable Extended Clinical role e.g. IV cannulations qualification Post graduate qualification Experience Essential 2 years post graduate experience Desirable 3+ years post graduate experience CT Colonography experience 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 (opens in a new window). Additional information 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 (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust Address Queen Alexandra Hospital Cosham PO6 3LY Employer's website https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust Address Queen Alexandra Hospital Cosham PO6 3LY Employer's website https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Queen Alexandra Hospital, PO6 3LY Cosham, United Kingdom