Medical radiographers Salary
Median salary £44,324 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
About this role
Medical radiographers (2020 SOC) use ionising radiation, magnetic resonance, ultrasound and other imaging technologies to produce diagnostic images for clinical diagnosis and treatment planning. They work across general radiography, CT, MRI, fluoroscopy and other imaging modalities.
Key responsibilities
- Performing diagnostic imaging examinations across modalities
- Ensuring patient safety and radiation protection compliance
- Assessing image quality and clinical adequacy
- Operating and maintaining complex imaging equipment
- Supporting image-guided interventional procedures
Qualifications and entry routes
Requires an HCPC-approved degree in Diagnostic Radiography and HCPC registration. Postgraduate training enables advanced roles in CT, MRI, ultrasound reporting and clinical specialisms.
Career outlook
Critical workforce shortage with significant NHS vacancy rates. AI-assisted imaging and reporting radiographer roles are transforming the profession.
Key skills
Common industries
- NHS radiology departments
- Private imaging centres
- Mobile imaging providers
- Cardiac catheterisation labs
- Breast screening programme
Data coverage
Median Salary
£44,324
Mean Salary
£43,386
Jobs (000s)
45k
Data Years
5 years
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£26,085
0-2 years
Mid Level
£34,077
3-7 years
Senior
£53,019
8-15 years
Potential career growth: +103% from entry to leadership
Salary Trend (2021-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: 22.9%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
All Employees
£44,324
Full-time Only
£48,439
Full-time premium: +£4,115
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