CT Clinical Specialist

• Location: South/West Dublin | Permanent | Full-Time

About the Role

A leading provider of diagnostic imaging services across Ireland is seeking an experienced CT Clinical Specialist to join its high-performing radiology team in South/West Dublin.

This role is suited to a senior radiographer with a strong clinical background in CT and a desire to take on leadership and quality assurance responsibilities in a busy, modern setting.

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the CT service, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and professional standards.
• Oversee CT protocols, working in collaboration with reporting radiologists to ensure optimal image quality and diagnostic accuracy.
• Ensure full compliance with SI 256 and SI 30 (ionising radiation regulations), including justification, optimisation, and safety.
• Provide training, supervision, and sign-off for staff operating within the CT department.
• Maintain audit-readiness and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Perform high-quality diagnostic CT examinations, using sound clinical judgement to adapt protocols where needed.
• Accurately analyse, interpret, and communicate radiological findings.
• Manage patient lists, equipment, scheduling, and daily workflow.
• Support safe patient care by ensuring physical and emotional well-being during procedures.
• Maintain and update Radiology Information Systems and ensure CT equipment is in good working order.
• Participate in performance reviews and contribute to professional development across the team.

• Provide occasional cross-cover in other imaging modalities such as MRI, X-ray, or DXA.
• Follow all local and national radiation protection policies, including ALARA principles and safe examination protocols for women of reproductive age.
• Support the safe transfer and positioning of patients during examinations.
• Maintain full and accurate records of all imaging performed, including dose metrics and scan times.

• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent).
• Minimum 6 years post-qualification experience, including extensive work in complex CT imaging.
• CORU registration (active).
• Postgraduate qualification in CT (e.g. MSc) is desirable.
• Up-to-date knowledge of radiation legislation and clinical governance.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.