CT Radiographer

NHS; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization in Cwmbran is seeking an HCPC registered Radiographer to join their Radiography team. This role involves performing CT scans for in-patients and out-patients, supervising students, and providing clinical excellence. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and training. The post is fixed-term until 20 July 2026.

Benefits

Flexible working

Extensive training and development opportunities

Occupational health support

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required.
• Experience in a wide range of radiographic techniques is necessary.
• Desirable: Ability to speak Welsh.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in the provision of the Radiology CT service.
• Ensure high quality images in a professional manner.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Teaching and supervisory skills

Commitment to CPD

Education

DCR or BSc Radiography

Evidence of further education/qualification

Job description

Applications are welcome from HCPC registered Radiographers to join our Radiography team to undertake a full range of CT scans for both in-patients and out-patients. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an innovative Health Board to help increase your clinical experience and advance your career pathway.

You will be expected to provide clinical excellence and assist in managing the day to day organisation of the clinical area providing effective and efficient leadership.

The department consists of 2 Canon Aquilion One Prisms CT Scanner providing a 24 hour service, 7 days a week.

The department hosts undergraduate radiography students on placement from Cardiff University so you will be expected to be involved in their training and supervision, whilst supporting the wider team. All candidates must be enthusiastic about teaching and supporting learners in the clinical environment.

Good communication and team player skills are essential. You will also be expected to demonstrate evidence of commitment to CPD and to participate in CPD sessions both online and practically.

Following an appropriate induction period, participation in the 24 hour shift system will be expected along with rotation to any other CT departments within the Health Board if required as per service requirements.

This post is fixed term until 20 July 2026 to cover service needs.

Main duties of the job

The duties of this post includes,

• To supervise, co-ordinate and participate in the provision of the Radiology CT service.
• To participate in the CT service shift rota as required.
• To be responsible for ensuring the provision of high quality images in an efficient, professional and caring manner.
• To support the Radiology CT Lead in the delivery of the service.
• To have and maintain an in depth knowledge of current radiographic techniques and equipment.
• To carry out intravenous cannulations and injections as required by the department after the appropriate training.
• To communicate effectively with patients and all grades of staff to give technical and professional advice as required.
• To make an ongoing contribution to the education of others and demonstrate a teaching and advisory role to qualified colleagues.

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

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.

Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. This includes the Grange University Hospital which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy. It opened in November 2020. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Work Experience

• Experience in a wide range of radiographic techniques
• Experience in specialised area

Education and Training

• DCR or BSc Radiography
• Evidence of further education/qualification

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.

£39,263 to £47,280 a yearper annum pro rata