Professionalism in Radiography

Our commitment to integrity, accountability, and compassionate, person-centred care

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Rachel Nolan talks about what Professionalism means to her.

Professionalism: Our Shared Standard

Professionalism is our consistent commitment to integrity, accountability, and compassionate, person-centred care. Although workforce pressures and burnout are real threats, we protect our practice when individuals at all levels model empathy, visibility, active allyship, and fair challenge. By co-creating a culture anchored in psychological safety and open dialogue, we ensure that patient safety and professional excellence remain the norm.

Why is Professionalism important?

Professionalism is central to safe, effective, and compassionate radiographic practice.

It is part of our duty as registered health care professionals and underpinned by the Health & Care Professions Council.

Professionalism is not simply about following rules; it is reflected in everyday behaviours, attitudes, communication, accountability, and the way we work with patients, colleagues, students, and the wider multidisciplinary team.

SoR Code of Conduct

The Code of Professional Conduct sets out the Society of Radiographers’ expectations of the professional conduct of its members.

SoR | Code of Professional Conduct

HCPC Standards

The standards of proficiency for Radiographers.

HCPC | Standards of Proficiency HCPC | Learning materials & guidance

Patient care shaped by patient voices

The 4Ps document provides guidance for the radiography workforce on embedding person-centred care within day-to-day practice.

CoR | 4Ps Hub

Professionalism Scenarios

Is your professional judgement up to scratch? Test yourself on a range of workplaces scenarios in this exploration of professional values.

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