Cardiac Cath Lab Radiographer
NHS Professionals Limited
WATFORD, WD18 0HBView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£24.14 to £28.36
Contract
Bank
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
31 January 2027
103 days leftJob description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Cardiac Cath Lab Radiographer at West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust to join the Cardiac Cath Lab Department ...
As a
Cardiac Cath Lab Radiographer, you will be responsible for contributing to
service development through innovative ideas and continuous improvement
initiatives. You will be managing the supervision and development of junior
staff and students, including radiographers undertaking training in plain image
interpretation, while providing clinical guidance and acting as a role model to
promote professional excellence. You will be supporting effective team
leadership through appropriate delegation of responsibilities and a proactive,
problem-solving approach. You will also be responsible for upholding
professional conduct and departmental standards, ensuring that relevant
protocols and risk assessment documentation are maintained, and promoting
compliance with established clinical governance requirements.
- To
ensure patients welfare, comfort, dignity, and privacy are maintained
throughout their attendance, responding appropriately to individual needs and
providing reassurance where necessary.
- To
undertake cardiac catheterisation procedures in accordance with established
clinical protocols, ensuring accurate and comprehensive patient care records
are maintained using appropriate systems and in compliance with legal
requirements and Trust policies.
- To
conduct routine monitoring of Cath Lab equipment, identify and report faults
involving X-ray apparatus and accessories, and maintain adequate stock levels,
ensuring equipment and working areas remain clean, organised, and in safe
working condition.
- To
participate in Radiology Clinical Governance activities and undertake clinical
audit projects as required, contributing to the evaluation of clinical
practices, quality assurance processes, and the identification of areas for
improvement.
- To plan
and organise staff rotas, monitor staffing levels and skill mix, and oversee
the effective use of available resources. You will also be responsible for
ensuring appropriate staff induction, appraisals, personal development plans,
and ongoing training arrangements are in place.
- To
maintain an up-to-date record of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in
accordance with HCPC requirements, keeping abreast of advances in Radiology and
attending relevant seminars and courses to maintain professional knowledge and
technical expertise.
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges
Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave
Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR(R) or BSc Radiography qualification with valid HCPC registration.
- Experience in cardiac catheter labs, MRI, and cross-sectional imaging.
- Knowledge of cardiac procedures, including angiography, PCI, EP studies, and ablations.
- Experience operating Siemens Artis Q X-ray equipment and using CRIS and Medcon PACS systems.
- Knowledge of IR(ME)R, IRR, ALARA principles, and up-to-date Basic Life Support training.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
14 October 2026
Last checked
16 October 2026
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