MSK Reporting and rotational Radiographer in Kingston upon Thames

MSK Reporting and rotational Radiographer

Band 7

Main area Radiography Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 396-8170630-DE-GV

Site Kingston Hospital NHS Trust Town Kingston Upon Thames Salary £55,524 - £62,652 Pro rata, per annum, incl. Outer HCAS (pro-rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 13/10/2026 23:59

Home, community, hospital

KingstonandRichmond NHS Foundation Trust offers a range offantasticopportunities to grow your career across both hospital and community settings in south London. Whether you're looking to build new skills or take your experience to the next level,weare uniquely placed toprovide therightenvironment to support your professional development.With colleagues working in people’s homes, in community clinics, and in our two hospitals, we have an outstanding breadth of knowledge and experience to draw from.

Our commitment to exceptional care is reflected in being the firsttrustof our kindin London to achieve an 'Outstanding' rating from the CQC for bothoverallquality andleadership.We exist to provide the best possible care for our patients and we do that by giving our colleagues what they need to be their best at work. We have won numerous awards from the HSJ and Nursing Times for the way we support our colleagues across all our services.

We are proud to be recognised for our outstanding cancer care, children's services, pioneering surgical teams, and exceptional rehabilitation services. Our maternity services have been rated the "Best in London" by women surveyed by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), with parents travelling to Kingston to take advantage of our considerable experience and expertise.

These words are important reminders, but it’s our behaviours that tell people who we are. We expect all colleagues to bring our values to life in their work.

• Compassionate: We provide care with kindness, understanding, and empathy for all.
• Inclusive: We embrace diversity and respect the unique contributions of every individual.
• Collaborative: We foster teamwork across all levels, working together and with our partners to deliver the best outcomes.
• Inspiring: We are committed to continuous improvement and excellence in patient care, staff development, and innovation.

Job overview

• We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Band 7 Radiographer to join our dynamic and friendly Imaging team. This exciting role combines advanced MSK image interpretation and reporting with some clinical rotations across core modalities supporting delivery of a high-quality, patient-centred diagnostic service.
• As a senior radiographer, you will rotate through a range of areas including CT, General X‑ray, ED X-ray, and Fluoroscopy, while providing independent MSK reporting to assist ED and community services. You will act as a role model within the team, supporting junior staff, contributing to service improvement, and promoting a positive, patient‑centred culture.
• We are seeking a proactive, confident radiographer with strong leadership skills and a commitment to continued professional development.
• In return, we offer excellent CPD opportunities, a supportive working environment, and the chance to develop further within advanced imaging and reporting practice , supporting delivery of a high-quality, patient-centred diagnostic service.

Main duties of the job

You will:

• Provide accurate, timely MSK reporting within agreed scope of practice.
• Work autonomously while maintaining close collaboration with Consultant Radiologists.
• Participate in rotational imaging, supporting trauma, general radiography and other modalities as required.
• Contribute to service development, audit, governance and education.
• Act as a role model and mentor for Band 5/6 staff and students.

Working for our organisation

Developmentand staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can’t expect the best from you if we don’t invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.

From the moment you join us, we’re committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment.

Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

At KRFT we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document/s (JD) which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification

Person specification

Qualifications

• BSc Radiography or equivalent (DCR)
• HCPC registered Diagnostic Radiographer
• Postgraduate certificate/Diploma in Reporting or working towards
• Msc in Reporting

Experience

• Significant post-registration experience in diagnostic radiography in the NHS
• Experience in (MSK) reporting practice
• Experience of rotational clinical imaging work
• Experience of working in an extended role
• Experience in service development and audit.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong knowledge of MSK pathology across adult cohorts
• Proficiency with RIS/PACS and image optimisation principles.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills
• Understanding of imaging informatics (e.g., structured reporting, voice recognition optimisation).
• Familiarity with national standards and best-practice guidelines for MSK reporting.

We support the NHS Flex for the Future pledge

We welcome conversations about flexible working from day one, including options such as adjusted hours, compressed hours and other arrangements. If flexibility matters to you, please talk to us - we’ll be happy to explore what’s possible for the role and the service.

Safeguarding and DBS Checks

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. For roles with direct access to these groups, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. All staff are expected to understand and uphold their safeguarding responsibilities as part of their role.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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