Cross-Sectional Radiographer (MRI and CT)
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- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- 36
- Hours / week
- 36
- Posted
- 04/09/2026
- Closes
- 18/09/2026
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Role summary
NHS Western Isles is establishing a new MRI service and is seeking highly motivated Band 6 Radiographers to join the team. The role involves operating a Philips 1.5T Ingenia MRI scanner and working across various diagnostic imaging investigations including CT, x-ray, and fluoroscopy. The successful candidate will be based at Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway, with a requirement for on-call duties and potential short-term cover at Uist and Barra Hospital. This is an opportunity to contribute to remote and rural healthcare delivery and provide essential imaging services across multiple specialities.
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Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
This advert: £43,231 – £52,679 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
258809
Salary:
Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
Job closing date:
18/09/2026
Job Type:
Allied Health Professions
Location:
Western Isles Hospital
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
36
Job posted date:
04/09/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Western Isles
Department:
Radiology
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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Cross-Sectional Radiographer (MRI and CT)
Band 6 £43,231- £52,679 per annum
Plus £1,461 Distant Islands Allowance per annum
36 Hours a week
Permanent post
NHS Western Isles is starting a new MRI service in Autumn 2026, with a B7 MRI lead already in place. We are inviting applicants for B6 Radiographer posts to help run the MRI service at Western Isles Hospital. Full time and part time posts will be considered. Candidates should be highly motivated, dedicated and enthusiastic.
The new MRI scanner is a Philips 1.5T Ingenia, with compressed SENSE and ambient package.
The Radiology department is also furnished with DR/CR (Phi
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