Job overview
Hereford County Hospital is a busy district general hospital serving the population of Herefordshire, Powys and parts of Shropshire. We currently have vacancies within our team in Radiology. Are you newly qualified or due to qualify Summer 26? Or are you looking for a new challenge?
Come and join our friendly team, we are happy to discuss flexible ways of working.
The Radiology department in Hereford has undergone significant changes over the last 5 years since entering into a partnership with Philips and you will have the opportunity to work with up to date technology, in 2021 we opened a new interventional suite, new MRI scanners and our third CT scanner.
This post offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of our Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), due to open in the Summer of 2025 in Hereford.
The Community Diagnostic Centre will incorporate Imaging (Plain X-ray, ultrasound, CT and MRI), a range of cardiorespiratory investigations and pathology services in a "one stop" location to obtain diagnostic information. Community Diagnostic Centre
Successful candidates will work at the Hereford County Hospital site initially and then in rotation between the hospital site and our CDC site which opened in 2025.
Prospective candidates are welcome to have an informal discussion with Mrs Leah Hughes (Operational Clinical Lead Radiographer) on 01432 364450
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will be expected to have B.Sc Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualifications or due to qualify in Summer 2026. Our band 5 rotation will include rotation into CT, general x-ray, theatres and mobiles and working towards cannulation certification within the first 6 months. We are a busy department and there is a requirement for applicants to participate in our 24/7 shift system as well as weekend on call for theatre.
The post holder will be expected to produce imaging to the highest standards, offer training and support for diagnostic radiography students from BCU, University of Gloucester and University of Worcester.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Person specification
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of PACS/digital radiography
- Recent NHS experience
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- B Sc Diagnostic Radiography Degree or equivalent or working towards
- H.C .P.C. Registration (obtained or applied for)
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Essential
- General Radiography and theatre Experience
- Understanding of IR(ME)R 2017, IRR 17
Desirable
- CT experience
- IV Cannulation
- Knowledge and ability to identify bony abnormality in trauma examinations (red dot)
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This advert is for Radiographer with Wye Valley NHS Trust in Hereford, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 pa pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 14 Jul 2026.
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