Diagnostic Radiographer

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Wales; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health board in Wales is seeking a motivated Diagnostic Radiographer for a 9-month fixed-term role to provide patient care in the Radiology Department. You will be responsible for performing CT head scans and working without direct supervision, participating in shift-based services. Applicants must possess a relevant degree and HCPC registration, with Welsh language skills being advantageous. Join a team dedicated to excellent patient care in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous leave

Flexible work opportunities

Access to ongoing learning and development

Qualifications

• Must have HCPC Registration and evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Welsh language skills at Level 3 (B2) are desirable for this role.
• Ability to work both in a team and autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients in the Radiology Department.
• Participate in an on-call/emergency shift-based service.
• Perform CT head scans and provide support for various imaging needs.

Skills

Teamwork

Autonomy

Welsh Language Skills (Level 3)

Education

HCPC Registration

BSc (Hon)/ DCR (R) in Diagnostic Radiography

Tools

DR equipment

IR(ME)R 2017 Guidelines

Job description

Diagnostic Radiographer

The closing date is 14 January 2026

This post is fixed term/secondment for 9 Months due to Maternity cover

If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

To work as a Radiographer providing care for patients attending the general Radiology Department and to process images appropriately.

You will normally work without direct clinical supervision but will report to the Senior/Superintendent Radiographers within the Department.

You will participate in the provision of an on‑call / emergency / shift based radiographic service for the Health Board.

Will perform CT Head scans in and out of Hours.

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Thisdoesn'tmean essential;whilst the candidatedoesn'tneed to have skills in Welsh,we'llconsider it an advantage when short‑listingand selectingcandidates.Thisisn't'fluency',just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health.For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' inthedocuments right at the bottom.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated Band 5 Radiographer to join our patient centred team of friendly Radiology staff at Princess of Wales Hospital.

Applicants must possess a BSc (Hon)/ DCR (R) in Diagnostic Radiography and have current HCPC registration.

You will participate in the Radiology Directorate shift / out of hours system as required, which involves night and weekend duties.

Preceptorship is carried out to aid transition from Student to Radiographer, and you will gain valuable experience in all aspects of Radiography including General Imaging, Fluoroscopy, Theatre & Mobiles, Dental Imaging and CT scanning.

Continuing Professional Development is actively encouraged together with participation in our core audit programme.

Princess of Wales provides a full range of Radiology services, is the trauma centre for Bridgend area and has a GE Lightspeed CT scanner, has recently installed a GE Revolution Apex CT scanner and has a full range of digital imaging modalities including a cardiac catheter suite available for its local population.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team‑oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

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

Qualifications

• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of CPD

Skills

• Able to work as part of a team
• Use own initiative and autonomously
• Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B2) are Desirable for this Role.

Communication

• The ability to work as part of a team.

Equipment

• Familiar with using DR equipment
• Familiar with IR(ME)R 2017 Guidelines

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.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board