# CT/MRI Radiographer - 12 Month Fixed Term > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/ctmri-radiographer-12-month-fixed-term/a6d9298e-27a1-4c3b-9d01-33dfc930c88b - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/ctmri-radiographer-12-month-fixed-term/a6d9298e-27a1-4c3b-9d01-33dfc930c88b.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Dorset County Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Radiographer - **Grade:** Band 6 - **Salary:** £39,959 - £48,117 Per Annum - **Contract type:** 12 months (12 month Fixed Term Contract) - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-11-26T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-11-12T16:00:36.532Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Dorset/Dorchester/Dorset_County_Hospital_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Radiographer/Radiographer-v8401409 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8401409?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.dchft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Dorset County Hospital is looking for a motivated and experienced Cross-Sectional Radiographer to join our team on a 12 month fixed term contract to cover Maternity Leave. This is an ideal opportunity to develop your career in a proactive and innovative hospital environment. You will be involved in staff training, maintaining high standards and development of the service. The Diagnostic Imaging Department at Dorset County Hospital is a cohesive, friendly and forward looking department. We pride ourselves on a supportive environment for all Diagnostic Imaging staff and are very proud to be accredited with the Quality Standard for Imaging. We have three CT scanners; a Canon Prism and a GE Evo performing a range of procedures including CT Colonography, Cardiac CT and Interventional scans, and a GE Ascend in our CDC site in Weymouth Community Hospital. We also have two Siemens MRI scanners performing a wide range of imaging, including cardiac MRI. The new emergency department, due in 2027, will also have a new CT scanner located in the heart of the department. We actively encourage staff development and innovation, including radiographer reporting. ### Main duties of the job The post holder will join the cross-sectional team in developing and sustaining a high quality and responsive 7 day CT and MRI service. Participation in the CT night shift rota is a requirement. Travel to community sites is required. The post holder will be expected to Provide a CT / MRI service to inpatients, outpatients, private patients and ED patients. Provide clinical knowledge and expertise to ensure the appropriate triage, booking and examination of patients for cross sectional imaging. To have advanced level CT and or MRI skills to undertake highly specialised and complex imaging techniques. To act as deputy to the cross-sectional lead radiographers if required, Maintain a high level of professionalism and high standard of technical work, complying with the relevant code of practice. Supervise and mentor students and staff offering expert training and advice to other members of the team. Participate in and coordinate QC, audit and research within the cross-sectional departments. Actively work with the cross-sectional lead Radiographers to identify areas for service improvement and efficiency. To work a flexible shift system to cover 24 hours, 7 days per week. To cover general x-ray department out of hours when required Perform high quality diagnostic x-rays when required. To actively participate in the Quality Standard for Imaging accreditation scheme ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria. Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at \[email protected\] if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. ### Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. 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. ## Person Specification ### Skills & Abilities **Essential** - Evidence of technical skills in MRI/CT - Evidence of ability to communicate with patients, relatives and all levels of staff throughout the organisation. - Understanding of legislation governing the practice in a radiology department. - Ability to facilitate multi-disciplinary working. - Ability to supervise and train undergraduate radiographers and Students. - Ability to organise and manage the daily running of the cross-sectional department. **Desirable** - Ability to act as Deputy to the MRI/CT Lead in their absence - Ability to participate in CPD training sessions by delivering training ### Knowledge & Experience **Essential** - Considerable post graduate experience in MRI/CT - Evidence of continuing professional development and interest in a speciality area. - Evidence of participation in clinical governance. - Experience of working in a multidisciplinary imaging team **Desirable** - Experience of supervising junior staff and students - Evidence of participation in departmental audit ### Education, Qualifications & Training **Essential** - HCPC registration - BSc diagnostic radiography **Desirable** - Post graduate training or extensive experience in a specialist field. ## Documents - [dorset map (pdf, 59.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=683) - [trust values (pdf, 678.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1050) - [dbs code of practice (pdf, 54.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=682) - [the nhs constitution (pdf, 568.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1051) - [advice for candidates (pdf, 110.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=689) - [dch recruitment information pack (pdf, 1.2mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2819) - [guidance regarding disabled staff (pdf, 96.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=684) - [car parking information for employees (pdf, 225.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=680) - [job description and person specification - ct&mri (pdf, 393.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10732862) - [joint strategy - dorset county hospital and dorset healthcare (pdf, 6.0mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2899) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.