Hywel Dda University Health Board

Specialist Radiographer

The closing date is 13 July 2025

Job summary

We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and motivated CT radiographer to join our dynamic team at Withybush General Hospital.

This role provides a chance to work in a supportive and friendly environment, while gaining invaluable experience in all aspects of CT scanning. As a busy department operating two CT scanners, we proudly serve the county of Pembrokeshire 24/7, ensuring high-quality care for our patients.

Applicants will possess BSc / DCR(R) in Diagnostic Radiography, HCPC registration, plus appropriate experience (General/CT). You will be required to supervise student radiographers and assist with the training of rotational radiography staff.

The working pattern will utilise working 12 hour days across 7 days a week. Flexible working/job share will also be considered. Participation in the CT on call rota is mandatory.

Main duties of the job

  • To conduct routine radiographic and advanced specialist examinations with precision and expertise.
  • Deliver high- quality diagnostic imaging and compassionate patient care in a safe environment.
  • To use leadership qualities to ensure efficient and effective organisation of CT workflow on a daily basis.
  • Provide training and mentorship for junior staff and students to encourage growth and continued development.

Withybush General Hospital is a busy district general hospital situated in Haverfordwest in the heart of the Pembrokeshire coastal national park. The department is well equipped with a GE Revolution Evo CT scanner and a Canon Aquilion Prism recently installed in July 2022.

Role extension is encouraged and we have Radiographer led Barium swallows and hysterosalpingograms, Plain film, CT, MRI and Nuclear Medicine Radiographer reporting and opportunities for post graduate study including ultrasound training across the Health Board.

The department has a busy on call, which is staffed on site for General and CT . Participation in on call is mandatory after training and induction has been completed. All modalities work extended days and weekends.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 12,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services to almost 400,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:

Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest.

Five community hospitals: Amman Valley Hospital and Llandovery Hospital in Carmarthenshire, Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire.

Two integrated care centres (Aberaeron and Cardigan, Ceredigion).

Details

Date posted

19 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum (pro rata if part-time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

100-AHP157-0625

Job locations

Withybush General Hospital

Fishguard Road

Haverfordwest

SA61 2PZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

The department has a busy on call, which is staffed on site, for General and CT. Participation in on-call is mandatory, after training and induction has been completed. All modalities work extended days and weekends.

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Interviews will be held on 24/7/25

Job description

Job responsibilities

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

The department has a busy on call, which is staffed on site, for General and CT. Participation in on-call is mandatory, after training and induction has been completed. All modalities work extended days and weekends.

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Interviews will be held on 24/7/25

Person Specification

Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

  • BSc Radiography (or recognised equivalent)
  • Short specialist courses or experience to postgraduate diploma level
  • HCPC registration

Desirable

  • Understanding of specialist radiography procedures and PACS
  • Post graduate qualification
  • Post graduate certificate in Mammography

Experience

Essential

  • Qualified to use different equipment and x-ray techniques
  • Radiographer skills
  • Substantial experience in specialist examinations (CT/MRI)
  • Supervising and Training Radiographers

Desirable

  • Previous NHS experience
  • Evidence of role development

Language Skills

Desirable

  • Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Person Specification

Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

  • BSc Radiography (or recognised equivalent)
  • Short specialist courses or experience to postgraduate diploma level
  • HCPC registration

Desirable

  • Understanding of specialist radiography procedures and PACS
  • Post graduate qualification
  • Post graduate certificate in Mammography

Experience

Essential

  • Qualified to use different equipment and x-ray techniques
  • Radiographer skills
  • Substantial experience in specialist examinations (CT/MRI)
  • Supervising and Training Radiographers

Desirable

  • Previous NHS experience
  • Evidence of role development

Language Skills

Desirable

  • Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Withybush General Hospital

Fishguard Road

Haverfordwest

SA61 2PZ


Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Withybush General Hospital

Fishguard Road

Haverfordwest

SA61 2PZ


Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

CT Superintendent Radiographer

Gemma Morse

gemma.morse2@wales.nhs.uk

0143773568

Details

Date posted

19 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum (pro rata if part-time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

100-AHP157-0625

Job locations

Withybush General Hospital

Fishguard Road

Haverfordwest

SA61 2PZ


Supporting documents

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