Specialist Radiographer - Main X-Ray Department
Closing date is 28 April 2026.
Team work and patient focus are essential in our busy, friendly department.
The role is for a band 6 Specialist Radiographer, ideally with experience in all aspects of plain film radiography, theatre, fluoroscopy and CT. Rotation will occur throughout the main X‑ray department and CT scanner to provide a high standard of patient care and imaging. Full training will be given. The position may also be offered as a 6/12‑month link grade. Onsite training and band 6 induction will be provided for those who meet interview criteria but lack sufficient experience. Band 6 will be allocated once all criteria are achieved.
Main duties of the job
The role involves providing a 24‑hour service in all aspects of plain film, fluoroscopy and CT imaging. You must be able to work night shifts and weekends as well as day time. As a Specialist Radiographer you are responsible for planning and allocating work in the specific area of the department, ensuring timely delivery of an effective service. You will monitor and maintain standards of professional practice, supervise junior staff including radiography students, and deploy staff to assure standards are met. Provide leadership and direction to the team, acting as a role model and patient advocate. Assess, plan and make informed decisions on required imaging examinations, providing advice and maintaining associated records.
Job responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to:
* Maintain the highest standard of radiographic practice at all times.
* Comply with IRMER and IRR.
* Communicate with a wide range of patients, relatives and other healthcare workers to ensure appropriate dissemination of complex information in a form and manner consistent with their level of understanding.
* Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues in a manner consistent with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
* Actively try to resolve complaints and issues at a local level.
* Maintain professional development and ensure training is up‑to‑date and promote high standards within the department and Trust.
* Adhere strictly to the Trust and Departmental policies with regard to Health and Safety and deal with related issues.
* Manage daily workload in the allocated area and assist in service improvements.
* Promote equality and diversity.
* Ensure safe administration of medication.
Qualifications and Education
* BSc/DCR in Radiography.
* HCPC registered.
* Evidence of current and relevant CPD.
Knowledge and Experience
* Experience in a wide range of general radiographic procedures and CT scans.
* Demonstrates the ability to produce a high standard of work.
* Involvement with QA.
* Use of PACS.
* Evidence of willingness to expand clinical role.
* Evidence of a commitment to reflecting on and learning from previous practice.
* Awareness of changes within Imaging practice.
* Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its relevance to practice.
* Experience of audit.
* Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures.
* Ability to undertake IV cannulation with competency documentation.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year (Pro Rata, Per Annum).
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