Role: Senior Radiographer - General
Location: The Wilmslow Hospital, Cheshire
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week over 7 days
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Dependent on experience

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior General Radiographer to join our imaging team at The Wilmslow Hospital, currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC.

At Wilmslow Hospital, we provide a comprehensive range of general X-ray services, including orthopaedic, respiratory, paediatric, and minor injury imaging. We also offer DEXA scanning and imaging support for orthopaedic theatre procedures. Our department is equipped with a modern portfolio of imaging technology, including a Hologic DEXA scanner, a GE OEC mobile C-arm, and a Siemens Ysio X.pree digital radiography system, which is scheduled for installation in September 2026. The imaging department also offers 3T MRI, mammography and a consultant led ultrasound service.

The successful candidate will deliver a high-quality diagnostic radiography service, ensuring excellent patient care and imaging standards across a broad range of examinations. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will undertake general radiography and theatre imaging procedures, support our expanding minor illness and injuries service, and contribute to the smooth day-to-day operation of the department. You will be responsible for producing accurate diagnostic images, maintaining compliance with radiation safety regulations, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and assisting with departmental administration and equipment management. This role includes evening and weekend working on a rota basis across 7 days.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and experienced Radiographer to join a highly regarded imaging department within one of the UK's leading private healthcare providers. With access to advanced imaging technology, a varied caseload and a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, you will play an important role in the continued growth and development of our service while delivering outstanding care to patients.

Informal visits to the department are welcomed for any interested candidates.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What you’ll bring:

• BSc Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
• HCPC Registered
• Solid experience of general (including minor injuries) and theatre radiography
• Exceptional patient care, communication and teamwork skills
• Experience of DEXA scanning would be desirable

Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Senior General Radiographer you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Culture and values
At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.

Our mission is simple, above all else we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:

• Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual
• Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion
• Honesty, integrity and fairness: - We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness
• Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity

Reasonable adjustments
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.

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