# Radiographer Jobs in the NHS

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## Live Market Snapshot

- **Live vacancies:** 176
- **NHS employers:** 94
- **New vacancies this week:** 92
- **Observed salary range:** GBP 25,272 to GBP 91,609

## Role Summary

NHS radiographer posts split into two distinct professions: diagnostic radiographers who produce and interpret medical images (X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound), and therapeutic radiographers who plan and deliver radiotherapy for cancer patients. Both start at Band 5 for newly qualified roles and can progress to advanced practitioner or reporting roles, but they require separate degree programmes and different clinical pathways.

## Typical Responsibilities

- Radiation protection and dose optimisation for patients and staff
- IV cannulation and contrast media administration
- Image interpretation and preliminary clinical evaluation (for reporting roles)
- CT, MRI, or ultrasound subspecialty work (for specialist posts)
- Radiotherapy treatment planning and delivery (therapeutic radiography)
- Supervising assistant practitioners and students on placement
- Equipment quality assurance and fault escalation

## Typical Requirements

- HCPC registration as a diagnostic or therapeutic radiographer
- IV cannulation competency (essential for most diagnostic posts)
- Postgraduate reporting qualification (for advanced/reporting roles)
- SoR membership (recommended but not essential)

## Employers Hiring

- Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust (8 jobs)
- Nuffield Health (6 jobs)
- InHealth Group (5 jobs)
- Practice Plus Group (5 jobs)
- NHS Professionals Limited (5 jobs)
- Barts Health NHS Trust (4 jobs)
- University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust (4 jobs)
- Ashford and St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (4 jobs)

## Locations Hiring

- London, London (15 jobs)
- Birmingham, Midlands (5 jobs)
- Carshalton, London (5 jobs)
- Plymouth, South West (4 jobs)
- Portsmouth, South East (4 jobs)
- Chertsey, South East (4 jobs)
- Tunbridge Wells, South East (4 jobs)
- Leeds, North East and Yorkshire (3 jobs)
- Southampton, South East (3 jobs)
- York, North East and Yorkshire (3 jobs)
- Warwick, Midlands (3 jobs)
- Bristol, South West (2 jobs)

## FAQs

### What is the difference between diagnostic and therapeutic radiographers?

Diagnostic radiographers use imaging technologies (X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound) to help diagnose diseases. Therapeutic radiographers use radiation to treat cancer patients, planning and delivering radiotherapy treatments.

### What qualifications do I need to work as an NHS radiographer?

You need a degree in diagnostic or therapeutic radiography approved by the HCPC and HCPC registration. Most NHS radiography roles start at Band 5 for newly qualified practitioners.

### How much do NHS radiographers earn?

Under the 2026/27 pay scale, NHS radiographers start at Band 5 (approximately £32,000-£39,000), with advanced practitioners at Band 6-7 (£40,000-£57,000), and consultant radiographers at Band 8 (£58,000+).

### What career progression is available for NHS radiographers?

NHS radiographers can progress to specialist, advanced practitioner, and consultant roles. Reporting radiographers can develop image interpretation skills. Management pathways include superintendent and service manager positions.

### What is a reporting radiographer?

Reporting radiographers are diagnostic radiographers trained to interpret and formally report on medical images, a role traditionally done by radiologists (doctors). After completing a postgraduate reporting programme, radiographers can report on plain films, CT, or MRI depending on their training. Reporting roles are usually Band 7-8a and are in high demand because of radiologist workforce shortages.

### Do radiographers work shifts and on-call?

Most hospital diagnostic radiographers work shifts including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, as imaging services run extended hours. On-call overnight cover is common, particularly for CT and trauma imaging. Therapeutic radiographers tend to work more regular hours (Monday-Friday) since radiotherapy is usually planned treatment. Unsocial hours enhancements of 30-60% apply depending on the time worked.

### Are Band 5 radiographer jobs suitable for newly qualified applicants?

Yes. Band 5 is the usual entry point for newly qualified diagnostic and therapeutic radiographers. Look for preceptorship, modality rotation, supervision, on-call expectations, and whether the advert is diagnostic, therapeutic, or a specific imaging service.

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