Job summary
Radiographer
Department: Imaging Department
Band 5, £32,073 - £39,043 Per annum, pro rata
Hours: Permanent Full time, 37.5 per week, plus on-call commitments, evenings and weekends. Fixed Term, Full time, 37.5 per week, plus on-call commitments, evenings and weekends. All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Radiographer looking to develop your career within a friendly and supportive Imaging Department?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services across our acute hospital site, Community Diagnostic Centres and recently opened scanning centre. Our department provides a wide range of services including general X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, DEXA, mammography, fluoroscopy, interventional radiology and cardiology services.

'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'

Interview date: 25th September 2026

Main duties of the job
Milton Keynes is one of the UK's fastest-growing cities, offering excellent transport links, vibrant cultural and leisure facilities, and extensive green space, with approximately a quarter of the city made up of parkland and woodland.

As a Radiographer at MKUH, you will undertake a broad range of imaging examinations while maintaining the highest standards of patient care, safety and professionalism in line with the Trusts core values. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the training and development of students, apprentices and learners.

We actively support career development, role extension and advanced practice opportunities. Rotations through CT, MRI, Interventional Radiology and Cardiology may be available. Our department also has established reporting radiographers covering MSK, chest and abdominal reporting.

The postholder must hold a BSc (Hons) Radiography, or DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent in Radiography and be HCPC registered.

You must demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills. Be committed to continuing professional development. Have a good understanding of radiation protection, IR(ME)R and relevant health and safety legislation. Be able to work effectively both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary Team.

About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.

We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.

Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.

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Job responsibilities
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You will participate in a 24/7 Rostered Shift schedule, including nights, weekends, and on-call duties. Flexibility in your approach to work is essential, with an unwavering commitment to keeping patients at the forefront of your clinical practice.

Applications are welcomed from Student Radiographers and Apprentice Radiographers due to qualify shortly. We offer direct recruitment to Band 4 positions pending HCPC registration, with progression to Band 5 upon successful registration.

Please refer to attached Job description for further information.

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential

• BSc (Hons) Radiography, DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent
• Health and Care Professions Council Registration
• Evidence of a sound level of computer literacy (MS Teams, word, outlook, power point and excel)
• Familiarity with hospital information systems (HIS), radiology information systems (RIS) and picture archiving communications systems (PACS)
• Knowledge of diagnostic imaging procedures
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements
• Sound awareness of data protection, freedom of information and confidentiality issues within NHS
• Sound awareness of data protection, freedom of information and confidentiality issues within NHS
• Knowledge of relevant national imaging standards (e.g., IR(ME)R 2017, IRR '17 and associated codes of practice)

Skills
Essential

• Good organizational and time management skills
• High level of self-motivation and ability to learn and develop
• Logical approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work to agreed protocols and standards of good practice.
• Ability to prioritize own workload and work effectively under pressure.
• Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently as part of as team
• Ability to cope with the physical demands of the role which will include manual support/ lifting of patients and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to work using own initiative but also to know when to seek assistance and guidance
• Proven ability to assess clinical situations and act appropriately

Personal and people development
Essential

• Ability to demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness
• Deal calmly and politely with members of hospital staff who are working in areas of extreme pressure.
• To assist less experienced staff & students when in imaging and help attending students in their training and development.
• Maintain continued professional development as required by HCPC.

Communication
Essential

• Good written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills
• Consistently demonstrates a friendly professional attitude and approach in the workplace.
• Good empathic skills and the ability to manage issues in a caring, compassionate, and considerate manner
• Ability to work across disciplines and with a wide range of professional groups.
• Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis
• Professional in appearance and conduct

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.