Radiographer - X-Ray

University Hospitals Dorset Nhs Foundation Trust; Merley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust seeks Band 5 radiographers for the Poole and Bournemouth hospital sites. The role involves general X-ray imaging, fluoroscopy, theatre imaging and dental radiography with a 24/7 on-call component.

New starters receive induction, preceptorship, and access to CPD sessions and external training. HCPC registration (or pending) is required for this post.

Qualifications

• BSc in Radiography (or equivalent) and HCPC registration (or pending).
• Active CPD and commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Competent in general radiography techniques and radiographic reporting where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform general X-ray imaging, fluoroscopy, theatre imaging and dental radiography.
• Participate in 24/7 out-of-hours X-ray services.
• Engage in training to extend skills in plain image reporting, fluoroscopy and ultrasound.

Skills

CPD

General radiography

Plain image reporting

Mobile imaging

Theatre imaging

Radiation safety

Infection control

Education

BSc In Radiography or equivalent

Tools

Philips X-ray systems

Samsung X-ray systems

Digital radiography systems

Job description

Job summary

Are you a radiographer looking to locate to the South Coast? Does working in a pro‑active & friendly department with state of the art radiology equipment sound appealing to you? University Hospitals Dorset X-ray department is looking for Band 5 radiographers to join the X-ray teams.

All new starters are supported with induction and preceptorship providing radiographers the opportunity to undertake a structured program of self‑development in all aspects of the x-ray including audit, equipment and techniques. This is actively supported by in‑house run CPD sessions and the opportunity to attend external training/learning events.

This role requires HCPC Registration (or pending post qualification).

Base Location

Poole Hospital

Interview date

Wednesday, 28th October 2026

Main duties of the job

Successful candidates, as UHD Radiographers, will be based at Poole Hospital with rotation to Bournemouth Hospital. There is an expectation for successful candidates to be competent and participate in all general X‑ray imaging, fluoroscopy, theatre imaging & dental radiography. Furthermore successful candidates will be expected to participate in the 24/7 out of hours X‑ray services.

All Band 5 Radiographers are encouraged to extend and develop their clinical skills and knowledge. We are committed to role extension, with the department training Radiographers in Plain image Reporting, Fluoroscopy procedures and Ultrasound. Our Reporting Radiographers all actively report ED, GP, out and in‑patient radiographs with a mix of speciality in Appendicular, Axial and Chest reporting. Fluoroscopic Radiographers cover busy interventional lists inclusive of barium swallow lists, arthrograms, proctograms, and HSG's.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service‑specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women's, DEN, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job responsibilities

At UHD we are fortunate to have installed modern, well‑equipped X‑ray departments boasting mainly Philips & Samsung X‑ray equipment. In addition across UHD radiology we have 7 MRI scanners, 6 CT scanners, 4 cardiac angiography labs and a 2 room Interventional Radiology Suites. Other specialities include DEXA scanning and digital fluoroscopy. The directorate will perform over 220,000 examinations this year with a team of over 150 Radiographers and Assistant Practitioners across the UHD sites.

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.

Qualifications

• BSc In Radiography or equivalent (pending results)

Desirable

• Post graduate experience

Experience

• Evidence of CPD
• General radiography techniques

Desirable

• Commitment to personal development and updating of skills

Technical Skills

• Competent to undertake all general exams
• Excellent radiography ability in mobiles and theatre imaging
• Good computer skills

Knowledge

• Radiation safety Understanding of IRMER & IRR
• Infection control

Desirable

• Evidence of updates in general radiography technique and equipment

Safety and Legal

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.

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.

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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.