Job Summary
Join our busy, dynamic CSI team at LUHFT on the Aintree site. We offer a unique opportunity for highly motivated Radiographers who wish to move into the world of or further develop their skills in CT and MR . We cover many specialist imaging services and provide the regional stroke and trauma service. We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated radiographer who has excellent communication skills and is committed to providing high quality patient care. We operate a 7 day /12 hour extended day out patient service and an emergency out of hours night shift. Flexibility is essential to work a range of shifts we offer, you will also need to be able to multi-task in often demanding circumstances.
Main duties of the job
Perform specialist clinical duties by undertaking complex specialised radiological examinations in CT and MR and all aspects of patient care
Maintain correct patient records and statutory radiation records to reflect the examination performed.
About Us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.
Details
Date posted
01 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
287-DTC-68-25
Job locations
UHA
LONGMOOR LANE
LIVERPOOL
L9 7AL
Job Description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake the role of trauma lead in CT carrying the trauma bleep and responding to trauma calls in a timely fashion co-ordinating any other work to ensure efficient & safe workflow. Maintain effective communication with the trauma team and other colleagues.
- Be responsible for own professional development. Reflect on clinical practice and skills.
- To maintain a clean, tidy and appropriately equipped rooms/areas ready for immediate use.
- To set and promote high standards of patient care, monitor, initiate and implement changes where necessary to improve care.
- Respect the individual needs and requirements of patients.
- Undertake any duties assigned by the management team commensurate with the post.
- Annually renew registration with Health Professional Council.
- monitor and report equipment faults as per departmental procedure
- Out of hours to record & report sickness/absence to Operational Manager as per departmental procedure.
- Exhibit high standards of professional behaviour at all times.
- Hold a BSc Honours in Diagnostic Radiography or the Diploma of the College of Radiographers.
- To take responsibility for own mandatory training.
- To ensure knowledge is kept up to date in line with developments and technology
- To actively seek training and educational opportunities.
- Maintain an individual CPD portfolio
- To be involved in the training of student radiographers as required.
- Please refer to attached Job Description
Job description
Job Responsibilities
- Undertake the role of trauma lead in CT carrying the trauma bleep and responding to trauma calls in a timely fashion co-ordinating any other work to ensure efficient & safe workflow. Maintain effective communication with the trauma team and other colleagues.
- Be responsible for own professional development. Reflect on clinical practice and skills.
- To maintain a clean, tidy and appropriately equipped rooms/areas ready for immediate use.
- To set and promote high standards of patient care, monitor, initiate and implement changes where necessary to improve care.
- Respect the individual needs and requirements of patients.
- Undertake any duties assigned by the management team commensurate with the post.
- Annually renew registration with Health Professional Council.
- monitor and report equipment faults as per departmental procedure
- Out of hours to record & report sickness/absence to Operational Manager as per departmental procedure.
- Exhibit high standards of professional behaviour at all times.
- Hold a BSc Honours in Diagnostic Radiography or the Diploma of the College of Radiographers.
- To take responsibility for own mandatory training.
- To ensure knowledge is kept up to date in line with developments and technology
- To actively seek training and educational opportunities.
- Maintain an individual CPD portfolio
- To be involved in the training of student radiographers as required.
- Please refer to attached Job Description
Person Specification
Essential
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to interact within a multidisciplinary team
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to manage own workload
Desirable
Essential
Other
- Willingness to participate in the training of undergraduates
- Commitment to CPD
- Commitment to quality
- Ability & willingness to undergo further training according to the needs of the job
- Satisfactory CPD portfolio demonstrating evidence of personal development
- Ability to work flexibly and participate in all shift patterns
Essential
Experience
- Substantial post-graduation experience
- Proven interest in Cross Sectional Imaging
Desirable
- Experience in CT & MRI scanning
Essential
Qualifications
- BSc in Radiography or equivalent (DCR)
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certificate Cross Sectional lmaging
Person Specification
Essential
- BSc in Radiography or equivalent (DCR)
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certificate Cross Sectional lmaging
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
UHA
LONGMOOR LANE
LIVERPOOL
L9 7AL
Employer's website
https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
UHA
LONGMOOR LANE
LIVERPOOL
L9 7AL
Employer's website
https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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