Overview
Southfields Veterinary Specialists are seeking to recruit a full‑time radiographer, or registered veterinary nurse trained in advanced imaging acquisition, to work in the diagnostic imaging department of our newly‑built specialist veterinary hospital in Essex. The role will involve all aspects of imaging, with particular focus on MRI, CT and radiography.
Diagnostic Imaging Suite
* High‑field Siemens Magnetom Sola MRI scanner (1.5 Tesla)
* Multislice Siemens Somatom go.all CT scanner (64‑slice configuration)
* Two X‑ray rooms, including combined digital radiography and fluoroscopy
* Mobile X‑ray machine
* Fluoroscopy unit for contrast studies and interventional procedures (C‑Arm)
* Two ultrasound rooms
* Portable ultrasound machine for critical patients
* Video endoscopy
* Cardiology room with Vivid E95 ultrasound machine
* Imaging reading room
* Room for patient preparation and recovery
Team
The successful applicant will work alongside our dedicated imaging team, consisting of three EBVS European specialists in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging, two experienced Diagnostic Imaging clinicians, four Diagnostic Imaging nurses and a Diagnostic Imaging patient care assistant.
Responsibilities
The role will include acquisition of MR, CT and radiograph studies, overseeing all aspects of radiation and MR health and safety requirements, maintenance of the machines and out‑of‑hours duties. It is a hands‑on role and requires routine interactions with patients, so a love of animals is essential. Training will be provided where necessary.
Vitally, the successful applicant will demonstrate excellent communication skills, both within the imaging team and the wider hospital, to contribute towards an optimised diagnostic imaging service delivery.
Benefits
* 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro‑rata) and Birthday Leave
* RCVS and VDS fees paid
* External CPD funded
* Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
* Career progression opportunities
* Staff discount schemes
* Life Assurance
* Enhanced sickness pay
* Enhanced equal family leave
* E‑car salary sacrifice scheme
* Employer contribution pension scheme
* Wellness program including:
o Employee assistance programme
o Eye care voucher scheme
o Free annual flu jab
o Cycle‑to‑work scheme
o Recruitment referral reward scheme
About us
Southfields is a flagship Linnaeus hospital. It's a very exciting time to join a forward‑thinking and highly motivated team that has the support of the Linnaeus Group, providing significant investment in innovative services, a contemporary state‑of‑the‑art working environment and commitment to personal and career development. With an excellent support team in place, you'll be able to concentrate on what you do best in a friendly and supportive practice with state‑of‑the‑art facilities.
Located only 30 minutes by train from central London, within easy reach of the beautiful Essex countryside and coast, and extremely well located for international travel links by air and train.
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