Job summary
Are you a radiographer looking to locate to the South Coast? Does working in a pro-active & friendly department with state of the art radiology equipment sound appealing to you?University Hospitals Dorset X-ray department is looking for Band 5 radiographers to join the X-ray teams.
All new starters are supported with induction and preceptorship providing radiographers the opportunity to undertake a structured program of self-development in all aspects of the x-ray including audit, equipment and techniques. This is actively supported by in-house run CPD sessions and the opportunity to attend external training/learning events.
Main duties of the job
Successful candidates, as UHD Radiographers, will commence employment at Poole Hospital moving to the BEACH build at the Royal Bournemouth hospitals in 2026. There is an expectation for successful candidates to be competent and participate in all general X-ray imaging, theatre imaging & dental radiography. Furthermore successful candidates will be expected to participate in the shift rota's allowing 24/7 X-ray services.
All Band 5 Radiographers are encouraged to extend and develop their clinical skills and knowledge by undertaking a rotation to specialist areas, which can include CT, Cardiac, Interventional, DEXA, Mammography and Ultrasound. Furthermore, we are committed to role extension, with the department training Radiographers in Plain image Reporting, Fluoroscopy procedures and Ultrasound. Our Reporting Radiographers all actively report ED, GP, out and in-patient radiographs with a mix of speciality in Appendicular, Axial and Chest reporting. Fluoroscopic Radiographers cover busy interventional lists inclusive of barium swallow lists, arthrograms, proctograms, and HSG's.
This role requires HCPC Registration.
Base Location: Poole initially moving to the Royal Bournemouth Hospital with continued opportunity for cross-site working
Interview Date: TBC
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.
This service has a planned move from Poolesite to Bournemouthsite in January 2026.
Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
At UHD we are fortunate to have installed modern, well-equipped X-ray departments boasting mainly Philips & Samsung X-ray equipment. In addition across UHD radiology we have 7 MRI scanners, 6 CT scanners, 4 cardiac angiography labs and a 2 room Interventional Radiology Suites. Other specialities include DEXA scanning and digital fluoroscopy. The directorate will perform over 220,000 examinations this year with a team of over 150 Radiographers and Assistant Practitioners across the UHD sites.
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview
Job description
Job responsibilities
At UHD we are fortunate to have installed modern, well-equipped X-ray departments boasting mainly Philips & Samsung X-ray equipment. In addition across UHD radiology we have 7 MRI scanners, 6 CT scanners, 4 cardiac angiography labs and a 2 room Interventional Radiology Suites. Other specialities include DEXA scanning and digital fluoroscopy. The directorate will perform over 220,000 examinations this year with a team of over 150 Radiographers and Assistant Practitioners across the UHD sites.
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Pending Graduate BSc Diagnostic Radiographer for 2024
- HCPC Registration or pending
- BSc In Radiography or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- High level of clinical skills
- High level of patient care skills
Technical Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
- Excellent radiography ability in general and theatre imaging
- Analytical and problem solving ability
- Evidence of organisational skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent base radiography understanding
- Understanding of IRMER & IRR
Desirable
- Current related professional knowledge
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Pending Graduate BSc Diagnostic Radiographer for 2024
- HCPC Registration or pending
- BSc In Radiography or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- High level of clinical skills
- High level of patient care skills
Technical Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
- Excellent radiography ability in general and theatre imaging
- Analytical and problem solving ability
- Evidence of organisational skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent base radiography understanding
- Understanding of IRMER & IRR
Desirable
- Current related professional knowledge
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
