Fixed Term Contract - 18 months.
An exciting opportunity has come for an enthusiastic Band 5 Radiographer to join our team. The post-holder will be expected to produce high‑quality images to assist in diagnosis and treatment, fulfilling the requirements within the Imaging team.
Core hours: The successful applicant will be required to work a minimum of 37.5 hours per week, with core hours worked on a rotational basis over a 7‑day working week.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Responsibilities
* To undertake all radiographic duties efficiently and to a high standard.
* To ensure that patients receive a high standard of care.
* To be conversant with the routine procedures in all general and screening rooms, casualty and mobile and theatre radiography.
* To assist with the practical training of student radiographers.
* To communicate with other staff members to ensure the smooth running of the Department.
* To ensure that the Radiation Protection guidelines, IR (ME) R guidelines and local rules are strictly adhered to.
* To ensure that the rules and procedures of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 are strictly adhered to, and that all working areas are kept clean and safe.
* To participate in the departmental quality assurance programmes as required.
* To report and record all equipment faults.
* To participate in the on‑call and stand‑by rotas as required.
* To undertake any other duties which may be appropriate to the post.
* To offer an initial assessment and interpretation of images produced in the course of their role.
* To comply with, and be able to demonstrate and instruct, safe manual handling techniques.
* To comply with and be able to demonstrate safe infection control measures.
Other Requirements
* To strive to achieve competencies required to progress to Band 6 radiographer.
* To maintain a commitment to, and take responsibility for, personal development utilizing principles of Continuous Professional Development (CPD). The post holder is encouraged by the department to attend both personal and professional development activities that assist in their role and the service.
* The post holder will be required to actively participate in a periodic performance appraisal, in accordance with the Trust guidelines.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates.
Employment is subject to a six‑month probationary period.
This advert closes on Sunday 12 Apr 2026.
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