Cardiac Cath Lab Radiographer

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 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• DCR(R) or BSc Radiography qualification with valid HCPC registration.
• Experience in cardiac catheter labs, MRI, and cross-sectional imaging.
• Knowledge of cardiac procedures, including angiography, PCI, EP studies, and ablations.
• Experience operating Siemens Artis Q X-ray equipment and using CRIS and Medcon PACS systems.
• Knowledge of IR(ME)R, IRR, ALARA principles, and up-to-date Basic Life Support training.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• DCR(R) or BSc Radiography qualification with valid HCPC registration.
• Experience in cardiac catheter labs, MRI, and cross-sectional imaging.
• Knowledge of cardiac procedures, including angiography, PCI, EP studies, and ablations.
• Experience operating Siemens Artis Q X-ray equipment and using CRIS and Medcon PACS systems.
• Knowledge of IR(ME)R, IRR, ALARA principles, and up-to-date Basic Life Support training.

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 .

Additional information

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 .

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Watford General Hospital

60 Vicarage Road

WATFORD

WD18 0HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Watford General Hospital

60 Vicarage Road

WATFORD

WD18 0HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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.

Qualifications

Essential

• DCR(R) or BSc Radiography qualification with valid HCPC registration.
• Experience in cardiac catheter labs, MRI, and cross-sectional imaging.
• Knowledge of cardiac procedures, including angiography, PCI, EP studies, and ablations.
• Experience operating Siemens Artis Q X-ray equipment and using CRIS and Medcon PACS systems.
• Knowledge of IR(ME)R, IRR, ALARA principles, and up-to-date Basic Life Support training.