DEXA Radiographer | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A major health organization in the UK is looking for an enthusiastic Radiographer to join their DEXA team. Responsibilities include patient care, performing examinations, and data management. Applicants should have a degree in Radiography and strong communication skills. This role involves working independently across multiple locations and maintaining high professional standards. Join a leading NHS Trust dedicated to quality healthcare and diversity.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Effective communication with patients and multidisciplinary staff.
• Maintaining quality standards and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high quality and professional service to patients.
• Rotate between sites and perform a range of examinations.
• Ensure data entry is completed on the patient management system.
• Advise patients and maintain their comfort throughout procedures.
• Participate in a 7-day service and work without supervision.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Technical skills in radiography

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Radiography

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Radiographer to join our DEXA team.

The post holder will rotate between Manchester Royal Infirmary and Withington hospital.

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 the multi-disciplinary staff within the radiology department and with wards and departments is essential in the provision of the service.

Take responsibility for the welfare and comfort of the patient whilst under the care of clinical radiology - prior, during and after their examination. Ensure that they are kept informed of any factors, such as delays, that are likely to affect them

To act as an operator under IR(ME)R 2017

Working within the protocol based system, the post-holder must have the knowledge and skills to be able to adapt existing protocols when required.

Advise patients on general aspects of their referral, giving a clear explanation of the procedure and allaying any unnecessary anxieties.

Physically position the patient for a full range of examinations ensuring image quality, patient comfort and safety are always maintained.

Inform patient when the examination is complete and ensure they are aware of where they need to go or where/when they will obtain their results

Ensure that full patient and examination data is entered onto the radiology patient management system.

Working without supervision and participate in a 7-day service.

Be aware of and maintain quality standards, policies and procedures adopted within the Unit.

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of over £3bn & 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.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll 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 you’ll 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 [e-mail].

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!


This advert closes on Thursday 11 Sep 2025