Dental Radiographer

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 20 March 2025

Job summary

We are looking for a 12 month fixed term, Band 5 radiographer who is enthusiastic and motivated to join our dynamic, friendly team, to play a key role in maintaining and improving standards and quality of patient services. Manchester University Hospital Foundation (MFT) is located in the heart of the vibrant city of Manchester. This post will

It is an exciting time to join our team, with the recent implementation of a new EPR system, as well as a planned wide scale equipment replacement programme.

The post is based at the University Dental hospital, within a small, friendly and nurturing team . Candidates, who have been qualified for 18 months or longer, will also be eligible to apply for link grading to a band 6 post following appointment.

The post involves working core hours, offering an excellent work-life balance. We welcome applications from candidates who would like to discuss flexible working options including term time hours.

Main duties of the job

Using the academic and clinical knowledge acquired during undergraduate training carry out a wide range of dental radiographic examinations referred to the department. The responsibilities for the examination include written justification of the examination by consideration of the clinical information provided and selection of the most appropriate examination required to answer the clinical question, whilst minimising radiation dose to the patient and maintaining a high standard of patient care.

Although indirectly supervised by senior staff who are available for support for support and advice, the post-holder is required to work independently, using initiative, skills and knowledge to provide a high quality, professional service at all times. Close communication with multidisciplinary staff from other areas is essential in the provision the service.

Assist in the clinical training of radiography & dental students, undertaking clinical assessments and providing feedback to the Clinical Tutor

About us

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.

Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.

We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.

We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.

At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.

Date posted

06 March 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum,Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-CSS-6994141*

Job locations

University Dental Hospital

Manchester

M15 6PB


Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.

Were looking forward to hearing from you!

Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.

Were looking forward to hearing from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography

Registration

Essential

  • HCPC Registered

Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience in NHS settiing
  • Range of clinical experience at undergraduate level in all areas relevant to first post competency

Desirable

  • Dental Radiography Experience
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography

Registration

Essential

  • HCPC Registered

Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience in NHS settiing
  • Range of clinical experience at undergraduate level in all areas relevant to first post competency

Desirable

  • Dental Radiography Experience

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Dental Hospital

Manchester

M15 6PB


Employer's website

https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Dental Hospital

Manchester

M15 6PB


Employer's website

https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Divisional Plain Film Lead

Vincent O'Connor

Vincent.OConnor@mft.nhs.uk

01612756692

Date posted

06 March 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum,Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-CSS-6994141*

Job locations

University Dental Hospital

Manchester

M15 6PB


Supporting documents

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