Working as a radiographer

Did you know there are two types of radiographer? See what it means to be a diagnostic radiographer or a therapeutic radiographer.

[@HowRadiologyWorks]

Thanks Anne, this is a nice introduction to Radiography.

[@palestinalibre7]

nice

[@vincynthiaamaefule5909]

I'm looking forward to seeing a video by a pharmacist, let them let us in on what they're up to in the NHS

[@fishsmell3939]

Thanks Tom. Now I'm gonna have another child out of wedlock.

[@julianedwardkennedy]

i am a Radiography Technician worked as a Radiology technician in X-ray, CT and MRI units as well and I have 14 year experience

[@HealthCareers]

Thank you for contacting Health Careers. It’s great to hear you are a radiographer technician with 14 years of experience. We have read your message but are not clear exactly what you are enquiring about. Health Careers offers careers information to those who wish to work or study in England. So that we can answer your query, you can message us again or speak to one of our careers team on 0345 6060 655, quoting your personal reference number 4801532. Alternatively, you can find further information on our website at: www.healthcareers.nhs.uk Kind regards, Health Careers Team Make a difference with a career in health

[@mohammadzeeshanrahman5053]

How's the scope of Radiographer in UK..?

[@mohamedbakhit2033]

Hi there, I am a Radiology technician (Specialised in cardiac catheterization) but I have worked as a Radiology technician in X-ray, CT and MRI units as well and I want to take the OET test I want to ask about the kind of test I need to take or if there is a special test designed for technicians

[@jordansimone1447]

How long did it take you to become a radiology tech . And do you have tips for me going to college to become one.

[@williamsezegrim6310]

Is there prospects for a radiographer who's an expert in ultrasonography with ambition of practicing in the UK

[@HealthCareers]

Dear Williams, Thank you for leaving a comment on our post. At Health Careers we provide information on the entry and training routes to careers in health and are not directly involved with any recruitment procedures. We are also limited in the information we can provide in terms of visas, permits, career guidance, and translating qualifications. However, you should find the answers to most of your questions on our website: www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/allied-health-professionals/information-overseas-allied-health-professionals To work in the UK as a Radiographer, you will need to register with the Health Care and Professionals Council (HCPC). If you have questions regarding registration procedures, you should contact them directly: www.hcpc-uk.org/contact-us/ For clarification on what your overseas qualification is equivalent to in the UK, you can contact a service called NARIC: www.naric.org.uk/ For further information on the right to work in the UK and visa requirements, you should contact UK Visas and Immigration: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration Job vacancies in the NHS in England and Wales are advertised on the NHS Jobs website: www.jobs.nhs.uk We hope this information can help you. Kind Regards, The Health Careers Team. Make a difference with a career in health.

[@115Carssssssssss]

Is there a large demand for radiographers in the UK?

[@HealthCareers]

Thank you for contacting Health Careers. It’s fantastic to hear you are looking for information regarding employment of radiographers. You can search for jobs and apprenticeships in the NHS using the NHS Jobs website: www.jobs.nhs.uk and on the Government website: www.gov.uk If you register with NHS Jobs you can set up an email alert so that when a suitable vacancy is advertised you will be notified. You can find further information about being a diagnostic radiographer, including entry and training routes, on our website at: www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/allied-health-professionals/radiographer-diagnostic You can find further information about being a therapeutic radiographer, including entry and training routes, on our website at: www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/allied-health-professionals/radiographer-therapeutic Best wishes, The Health Careers Team

[@bmobacademy]

Hello am a Therapy Radiographer based in Nigeria with more than 11years experience. Am interested in working as a Radiation Therapist in UK,is this possible? Kindly let me know what needs to be done to make my dreams come true 🙏

[@HealthCareers]

Thank you for contacting Health Career. It’s fantastic to hear you are a qualified Radiographer from Nigeria and considering coming to the UK to work within the NHS. At Health Careers we provide information on the entry and training routes to careers in health and are not directly involved with any recruitment procedures. We are also limited in the information we can provide in terms of visas, permits, career guidance, and translating qualifications. However, you should find the answers to most of your questions on our website: www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals/overseas-health-professionals www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/allied-health-professionals/information-overseas-allied-health-professionals To work in the UK as a Radiographer, you will need to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). If you have questions regarding registration procedures, you should contact them directly: www.hcpc-uk.org/ You will also need to get clarification on what your overseas qualification is equivalent to in the UK if you have not already done so, you can contact a service called ENIC: www.enic.org.uk/ For further information on the right to work in the UK and visa requirements, you should contact UK Visas and Immigration: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration Job vacancies in the NHS in England and Wales are advertised on the NHS Jobs website: www.jobs.nhs.uk Anyone applying for a role either directly in the NHS or in an organisation that provides NHS services will be asked to demonstrate the values of the NHS Constitution and how it would apply in their everyday work. www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/working-nhs/nhs-constitution Best wishes, Health Careers Team

[@akarshag.4376]

Hi there, I'm hoping to work at NHS. Right now I'm doing internship in medical imaging technology. Within a year I will be graduating. So can I join in work field right after graduation without work experience.

[@fishsmell3939]

No we do not like filthy foreigners like you. Please go back to your own country.

[@afshasiddiqui1637]

Hey am radiographer from india, will u please help me how to apply job as a radiographer in Australia

[@HealthCareers]

Dear Afsha, Thank you for getting in touch with Health Careers. It’s fantastic to hear you are a radiographer from India and looking to work in Australia. As a careers information service, our remit is to provide information about starting a career in the NHS and wider health sector in England. We would suggest that you contact a similar service in Australia. Kind regard, Health Careers Team Make a difference with a career in Health. 4515582

[@Radiologicalmcqs]

What is the procedure to get a job over there as Radiographer

[@HealthCareers]

Thank you for contacting Health Careers. If you’re thinking of coming to the UK to live and work, you’ll need to get permission from UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). You may need entry clearance before travelling here too. To work in the UK as an radiographer, you’ll need to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). If you have questions regarding registration procedures, it’s best to contact them directly: www.hcpc-uk.org/ It’s important that you understand the UK Visas and Immigration points-based system and how it will apply to you. You’ll also need to meet the skilled worker criteria before you can apply to live and work here. Have a look at our overseas health professionals web page for more detailed information and useful links, including UK Visas and Immigration: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration If you need to find out what your overseas qualifications are equivalent to in the UK, you can contact a service called ENIC: www.enic.org.uk/ Once you’re ready to take the next step, have a look at the NHS Jobs website: www.jobs.nhs.uk for vacancies. Most NHS vacancies are advertised there so it’s a good idea to set up an account on the site. The individual pages in our explore roles section also have lots of further information and useful links to look for vacancies so you may find them helpful too. Best wishes Health Careers Team

[@raheelchoudhary7010]

Hy... I am radiographer technician or 3year experience... Can u tell me how I apply this job... Plz guide me😊

[@raheelchoudhary7010]

I am from Pakistan

[@HealthCareers]

Hi Raheel, It’s fantastic to hear you are a radiographer technician from Pakistan with 3 year’s experience and considering coming to the UK to work within the NHS. If you want to work in the United Kingdom, you will need permission before you start work. Further information on these arrangements can be found on the UK Border Agency website: www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk You will also need clarification on what your overseas qualification is equivalent to in the UK, you can contact a service called NARIC: www.ecctis.co.uk/naric When looking at individual job roles on our website www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles you can find out which sources you can use to search for vacancies across the health sector. For example, NHS Jobs is the national online vacancy service for the National Health Service (NHS) that details several thousand job vacancies from NHS employers across England and Wales. You can search for job vacancies, download job descriptions and person specifications and apply online. You can also register with the site to receive automatic e-mail alerts when job vacancies that match your chosen search criteria are advertised. You can find NHS Jobs at: www.jobs.nhs.uk Anyone applying for a role either directly in the NHS or in an organisation that provides NHS services will be asked to demonstrate the values of the NHS Constitution and how it would apply in their everyday work. www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/working-nhs/nhs-constitution We do hope you have found this information useful. If you have any further questions, please feel free to message us again or contact us on 0345 6060, quoting your personal reference number 4542524. You can also find further information on our website at www.healthcareers.nhs.uk Kind regards, Health Careers Team Make a difference with a career in health Thank you again for contacting Health Careers today. We would very much appreciate if you could complete a brief survey by clicking on the link below and let us know about your experience with our service. www.surveymonkey.com/r/NHSCareers

[@peace-po1hy]

Hi my sister is a diagnostic radiographer in South Africa... Can you please assist us in securing a job?

[@HealthCareers]

Dear Peace, Thank you for leaving your comment, it is great to hear your sister is a diagnostic radiographer in South Africa. So we can provide you with the most accurate information could you please confirm is your sister looking to work in the UK? Kind Regards, The Health Careers Team. Make a difference with a career in health.

[@mohdmaroofkhan7350]

How can I get a job in the Australia? I am a medical bachelor student From India, radiographer technician, and a fresher with no experience.

[@HealthCareers]

Dear Mohd Maroof, Thank you for contacting Health Careers. It’s fantastic to hear you are from India and looking for employment in Australia. As a careers information service, our remit is to provide information about starting a career in the NHS and wider health sector in England. We would suggest contact a careers service in Australia for further information. Kind regards Health Careers Team Make a difference with a career in health 4512116

[@sachingauravofficial8253]

@@HealthCareers i am also student of radiology... i have one year experience i want job in canada. uk . england

[@stephenlema5965]

Can someone become diagnosis radiography without physics???

[@HealthCareers]

Thank you for contacting Health Careers Stephen, entry requirement for a diagnostic radiographer are typically five GCSE’s grades 9-4/A-C including English language, math and science. Also two of three A levels including physics, chemistry or biology/human biology. Equivalent qualifications: BTEC, HND or HNC which include science may be considered. Each university set its own entry requirements, so it’s important to check with them directly. You can find further information about being a diagnostic radiographer, including entry and training routes, on our website at: www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/allied-health-professionals/radiographer-diagnostic Best wishes, Health Careers Team.