Head Equine Diagnostic Imaging Technician - FTC (Maternity Cover)
| Posting date: | 18 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £40,528 to £51,470 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Inclusive of London Weighting |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 March 2026 |
| Location: | Potters Bar, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | The Royal Veterinary College |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | CSS-0045-26 |
Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head Equine Diagnostic Imaging Technician to complement our busy Equine Diagnostic Imaging team. The applicant will be integral to our dynamic team of vets, technicians and students. This post would suit a friendly team player who is hardworking, caring, and enthusiastic with extensive experience in diagnostic imaging and a willingness to use their skill set to acquire high standard diagnostic images.
It is essential that the candidate has extensive experience in diagnostic imaging, excellent horse handling skills, has worked in a commercial equine environment and also has an excellent understanding of Equine behaviour, anatomy and physiology.
The role will involve acquiring diagnostic imaging with our advanced equipment and assist with maintaining all diagnostic archiving systems.
We offer a generous reward and benefits package including:
- A welcoming and friendly team
- Competitive and attractive pension package
- Generous 33 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
-Opportunities for regular development and in-house training
-Access to free in-house CPD
-On site café and restaurant
-Free membership to the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site (gym, badminton, climbing wall, Zumba, yoga and Pilates classes included)
-Cycle to work scheme
Free mini-bus service to and from Potters Bar station and Hawkshead Campus
-A range of family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave
-Competitive and attractive pension package
-Free use of our on-site Sports and Wellbeing Centre (gym, badminton, climbing wall, Zumba, yoga, and Pilates classes included).
-Various company benefits such as the Cycle to Work scheme, TOTUM card and ----Apple Products discounts
Potential applicants wishing to discuss this position informally are encouraged to contact Alana Cyman (Head Diagnostic Imaging Technician) email: acyman@rvc.ac.uk, Dagmar Berner (Senior Lecturer in Equine Diagnostic Imaging) email: dberner@rvc.ac.uk.
Additionally, applicants are encouraged to visit the department prior to application.
It is essential that the candidate has extensive experience in diagnostic imaging, excellent horse handling skills, has worked in a commercial equine environment and also has an excellent understanding of Equine behaviour, anatomy and physiology.
The role will involve acquiring diagnostic imaging with our advanced equipment and assist with maintaining all diagnostic archiving systems.
We offer a generous reward and benefits package including:
- A welcoming and friendly team
- Competitive and attractive pension package
- Generous 33 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
-Opportunities for regular development and in-house training
-Access to free in-house CPD
-On site café and restaurant
-Free membership to the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site (gym, badminton, climbing wall, Zumba, yoga and Pilates classes included)
-Cycle to work scheme
Free mini-bus service to and from Potters Bar station and Hawkshead Campus
-A range of family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave
-Competitive and attractive pension package
-Free use of our on-site Sports and Wellbeing Centre (gym, badminton, climbing wall, Zumba, yoga, and Pilates classes included).
-Various company benefits such as the Cycle to Work scheme, TOTUM card and ----Apple Products discounts
Potential applicants wishing to discuss this position informally are encouraged to contact Alana Cyman (Head Diagnostic Imaging Technician) email: acyman@rvc.ac.uk, Dagmar Berner (Senior Lecturer in Equine Diagnostic Imaging) email: dberner@rvc.ac.uk.
Additionally, applicants are encouraged to visit the department prior to application.
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