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Radiographers are healthcare professionals that trained to take medical images such as x-

rays.

We provide a vital role in caring for patients as without radiographers Doctors would not be

able to see inside the body and diagnose illnesses and injuries.

We work with advanced state-of-the-art equipment and technology to do our jobs but we

are also responsible for radiation safety.

To become a radiographer a degree in radiography is required which takes 3 years. It is a

practical course with approximately 50% of the academic year on clinical placement.

Science subjects are required at GCSE and A level. Also, some work experience in a clinical

setting would be really useful too.

Every day is different, as radiographers work in different parts around the hospital and can

specialise in different areas. Team work and patient care is at the heart of what we do.

Activities on the day

.

Identifying bones

Looking at x-rays

Spotting abnormalities

Radiographers are needed 24

hours a day, 365 days a year. You

can usually find us in hospitals (in

A&E or the Imaging department)

and some health care centres.