Cardiac Cath Lab Radiographer
NHS Professionals Limited · Radiographer · viaNHS Jobs
£24.14 to £28.36
- Closing date
- 30 Oct 2026
- Posted
- 2d ago
- Specialism
- Radiographer
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Reference
- nhs-5663303
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Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Cardiac Cath Lab Radiographer at West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust to join the Cardiac Cath Lab Department at Watford General Hospital. You will be responsible for providing a high standard of radiographic service to Cardiology and ensuring the needs of all patients attending the service are met. You will use your clinical knowledge and experience to deliver safe, effective, and high-quality patient care, working as an integral member of the Cardiac Cath Lab team. You will also support the day-to-day management and optimal delivery of the Cath Lab service, working collaboratively with the Cardiac Cath Lab Manager to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the department.
Main duties of the job
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.
About us
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
Details
Date posted
14 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£24.14 to £28.36 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
M0042-91547
Job locations
Watford General Hospital
60 Vicarage Road
WATFORD
WD18 0HB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- 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.
Job responsibilities
- 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.
What you need to do now
Applications are handled by NHS Professionals Limited on their own site — BOQQS does not collect CVs or hold your application. This listing closes on 30 Oct 2026.
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