# Senior Radiographer > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/senior-radiographer/60a60e49-0b7b-438d-bd26-371e7898c1e9 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/senior-radiographer/60a60e49-0b7b-438d-bd26-371e7898c1e9.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust - **Town:** Truro - **Region:** South West - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Radiographer - **Grade:** Band 6 - **Salary:** Depending on Experience - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Closing date:** 2026-06-21T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-05T08:31:08.021Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Cornwall/Falmouth/Royal_Cornwall_Hospitals_NHS_Trust/Clinical_Support/Clinical_Support-v7960983 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7960983?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin. This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Radiographer to join our Diagnostic Imaging team. The post will be primarily based at Falmouth Community Hospital, with rotation to Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro, and other community sites as required. You will play a key role in delivering a safe, efficient, and high‑quality general radiography service, supporting patient care across acute and community settings. Must have experience in the NHS. Must have experience in a imaging setting. ### Main duties of the job Undertake a wide range of general X‑ray examinations Justify radiology referrals in line with IR(ME)R and NICE guidelines Ensure compliance with radiation protection and safety standards Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team Support and supervise students, assistant practitioners, and junior staff Contribute to clinical governance, audit, and service development Assist with the maintenance and basic troubleshooting of imaging equipment. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: - Identity Checks - Professional registration and qualification checks - Employment history and reference checks - Occupational Health clearance - Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check - Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulatio We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. ## Job Details This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin. This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Radiographer to join our Diagnostic Imaging team. The post will be primarily based at Falmouth Community Hospital, with rotation to Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro, and other community sites as required. You will play a key role in delivering a safe, efficient, and high‑quality general radiography service, supporting patient care across acute and community settings. Must have experience in the NHS. Must have experience in a imaging setting. ## Job Description Undertake a wide range of general X‑ray examinations Justify radiology referrals in line with IR(ME)R and NICE guidelines Ensure compliance with radiation protection and safety standards Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team Support and supervise students, assistant practitioners, and junior staff Contribute to clinical governance, audit, and service development Assist with the maintenance and basic troubleshooting of imaging equipment. ## Responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulatio We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Minimum 2 years in acute NHS environment - Experience across multiple clinical settings - Experience in clinical governance/audit **Desirable** - Trauma and emergency imaging - Multi-site service delivery ### Qualifications **Essential** - Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc (Hons) - Diagnostic Radiography Current HCPC Registration - Evidence of ongoing CPD **Desirable** - Post Graduate Experience ### Practical & Intellectual Skills **Essential** - Knowledge of IRR17 and IR(ME)R 2024 - Autonomous working with clinical accountability - Ability to prioritise own workload and work under pressure - Excellent IT skills necessary to use specialist imaging equipment. - To carry out audit and contribute to clinical governance **Desirable** - Post Graduate Experience ### Disposition / Adjustment & Attitude **Essential** - Motivated and confident - Accurate written and verbal communication skills - Effective listening skills. - Ability to communicate clinical information to patients and clinicians - Caring and professional attitude - - Flexibility and ability to take part in shifts including out-of-hours, weekends, and bank holidays ## Documents - [job description (pdf, 272.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10351367) - [person specification (pdf, 119.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10351368) ## 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.