Radiographer

NHS; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for motivated Band 5 Radiographers to join their team. This role involves working in various radiography departments with modern equipment and extensive support for training. Applicants should have HCPC registration and experience in diagnostic radiography. The position includes a range of shifts and the ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Active HCPC registration required.
• Experience working as a Diagnostic Radiographer.
• Skilled in projectional radiography techniques.

Responsibilities

• Work within general radiography departments across various settings.
• Complete training/competency preceptorship plan.
• Gain experience in outpatient, inpatient, and portable radiography.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated individual to join the team of Radiographers at Hywel Dda University. The department offers a supportive and encouraging environment in which to develop as a professional.

Each hospital has modern equipment and newly refurbished working areas.

We welcome applications from third year student radiographer who qualify this year.

Main duties of the job

This is a varied and exciting post; the Band 5 Radiographers recruited will be working within the general radiography departments and will gain experience in outpatient, inpatient, portable, theatre and fluoroscopy. You will be given a training/competency preceptorship plan and will be fully supported to become trained in all the general radiography areas.

The appointment will be 37.5 hours per week including long days, evening, nights, weekends and bank holidays shifts.

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 plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Job responsibilities

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 isdesirablefor 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 09/12/2025

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

• Active HCPC registration
• Working experience as a Diagnostic Radiographer

Experience

• Skilled in projectional radiography techniques and modification of exposure factors.
• Experience of using radiology IT and PACS systems to record and review patient specific information
• Experience of using different systems i.e., CR, DR and equipment from different providers

Language Requirements

• 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.

£31,516 to £38,364 a yearper annum pro rata