Lead Radiographer A&E/Cath Lab/Theatres | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Posting date:	10 February 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£55,690 - £62,682 Per annum
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	12 March 2026
Location:	Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD
Company:	Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	7797206/430-CC25-114A-A

Summary

Lead Radiographer- A&E, Theatres and Cath Lab

Department: Imaging

Band 8A

Hours: 37.5 hours, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working



Are you ready for your next career move in 2026?
We are seeking an experienced Band 8A Lead Radiographer to join our progressive Imaging leadership team, with responsibility for A&E, Theatres, and the Cardiac Catheter Laboratory.


This pivotal leadership role encompasses managerial responsibility for 24/7 A&E X-ray and theatre services, as well as weekday (09:00–17:00) cover for a Cardiac Catheter Laboratory.


The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering the highest standards of quality, safety, and patient experience within these specialist areas, while contributing to excellence across the wider Imaging service. Participation in the out-of-hours service is also required.


This is an exciting time to join Milton Keynes Imaging. A brand-new scanning department is due to open in Spring 2026, alongside the development of two Community Diagnostic Centres at Whitehouse Park and Lloyds Court. This role offers a genuine opportunity to help shape the future of imaging services within state-of-the-art, purpose-built facilities.

If you require further information about the role or a chat and tour of our department, pleasedeborah.dolling@mkuh.nhs.uk.to arrange this.

Interview date: 16th March 2026

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• To lead and manage the radiography workforce supporting A&E, Theatres, and Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratories (i.e., Cath Lab) at MKUH NHS FT. This requires expert knowledge in A&E, Theatres, and the Cath Lab, along with complex decision-making skills and clinical competency for advanced scope of practice within these imaging areas.

• To take overarching responsibility for radiation safety, including coordinating the servicing and maintenance of all radiation and capital equipment required in A&E, Theatres, and the Cath Lab.

• The post holder will lead the operational management of A&E, Theatres, and the Cath Lab, working closely with the Main X-ray, Outpatient X-ray, and Mobiles Lead Radiographer.

What’s in it for you?
• A supportive and inclusive environment that actively encourages your professional growth
• Opportunities to lead, guide, and mentor student radiographers from the University of Hertfordshire and apprentices from the University of Exeter
• A team that truly values your expertise and individual contribution
• Ongoing support to help you reach your full potential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious imaging leader to make a lasting impact within a forward-thinking organisation.

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.

Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards – a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards – and the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.

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Clinical Responsibilities

1. To professionally and legally take responsibility for providing a high standard of clinical care and patient welfare and supporting other staff to do likewise.

2. To assess the clinical justification of imaging referrals received within A&E, Theatres & Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory in line with both national regulations such as ionising radiation (medical exposure) regulations (IRMER) 2017 and local protocols.

3. To act as an ‘Operator’ under IRMER (2017).

4. To act as ‘Practitioner’ under IRMER (2017) for plain film radiography referrals.

5. Ensures that the imaging modalities: A&E, cardiac catheterisation laboratory and theatres adhere and aligns working practices with IRMER (2017) and ionising radiation regulations (2017).

Communication and working relationship skills

1. To deliver safe, efficient and effective patient care and to communicate empathetically with patients prior to, during, and after an examination.

2. In relation to A&E, Cath Lab and Theatres ensure timely communication of professional matters to all appropriate team members within and external to the department.

3. To be able to communicate highly complex, sensitive information and explain both general and specialised procedures to patients, patients’ relatives/ care-providers and staff using verbal and non-verbal communication skills to obtain their informed consent and cooperation.

4. Establish good communication and effective working relationships across internal and external stakeholders who access A&E, Cath Lab and Theatre services.

5. Communicate with wards and departments as appropriate to enable smooth patient throughput, (i.e. ensure correct patient preparation and mode of transportation to department).

Analytical and Judgemental Skills

1. Exercise highly developed specialist judgement in complex and unpredictable clinical situations across A&E, cardiac catheter laboratories and operating theatres.

2. Analyse and interpret a wide range of clinical imaging findings, patient conditions, and procedural requirements to determine the most appropriate radiographic technique or imaging pathway.

3. Evaluate complex information from multiple sources (clinical, technical, staffing, equipment performance and patient safety data) to make timely, evidence-based decisions that support optimised patient management outcomes.

Planning and Organisational Skills

1. Plan, coordinate and prioritise the delivery of high-quality imaging services across A&E, cardiac catheter laboratories and operating theatres, ensuring effective use of staff, equipment and clinical time.

2. Develop and implement service rotas, skill mix plans and on-call arrangements to maintain safe staffing levels and respond to fluctuating emergency and elective workloads.

3. Anticipate and manage service pressures, balancing immediate clinical demands with longer-term service development and training needs.

4. Lead the planning and delivery of new imaging pathways, protocols and technological innovations, ensuring alignment with Trust and departmental strategies.

Please refer to the job description for further details.


This advert closes on Tuesday 24 Feb 2026