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The role of a radiographer involves using many different types of radiation such as x-rays, magnetic resonance and ultrasound. There are two different areas of radiology to work in, diagnostic and therapeutic.

A diagnostic radiographer would work in the following area; producing images of the body in order to identify and diagnose injury or illnesses. Screening samples for abnormalities and sometimes taking part in surgical operations and performing biopsies in the hope of discovering what is wrong with the patient,.

Somebody working in a therapeutic radiography role will work in the following area; carrying out and planning treatments using radioactive sources like x-rays, liaising with other specialists in order to treat illnesses and malignant tumours correctly and monitoring the follow up of treatments.

Whatever area of radiography you work in you will be involved with a wider team consisting of clinical oncologists, radiographers, physicists and many other medical staff members.

In order to work as a radiographer you will need a degree approved by the Health Professions Council and you will need to decide whether you wish to work in therapeutic or diagnostic radiography. Visiting a hospital and arranging a time to visit the radiography unit may help you to decide which the best option for you is.

To become accepted onto a relevant degree course you have to have five grace A-C GCSE’s and three A Level passes, one of which must be in a Science subject. Checking the entry requirements for the university you wish to study at is important.

If you already work in the health industry or have a degree in a relevant field you may be able to qualify as a radiographer by completing a master’s degree or postgraduate course.

Alternatively, another route to becoming a radiographer is to work as an assistant at first hoping to work your way up. When you reach assistant practitioner level you may be able to study on a part time basis for a degree or other qualification in radiology.

If youare looking for radiographer jobs, then visit Nuffield Health for a list of Radiology Jobs in your region.