Job summary
- Main area
- Radiology
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Secondment: 6 months (to cover maternity leave)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 130-AHP070-0726
- Employer
- Swansea Bay University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Morriston Hospital
- Town
- Swansea
- Salary
- £32,557 - £39,631 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 13/08/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Diagnostic Radiographer
Band 5
Job overview
This post is secondment for 6 months due to maternity leave 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.
We are looking for Band 5 Radiographers to join us at Morriston Hospital Radiology Department, Swansea, part of Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As a qualified or newly qualified Radiographer you will participate in a range of Imaging tasks within the X-Ray department.
You will be working as part of a vibrant and dynamic team.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for Band 5 Radiographers to join our as part of a vibrant and dynamic team here at Morriston Hospital Radiology Department
You would promote an image of high professional skill and competence to all department users and to impress the public with attitudes and service provided by the Heath Board in general and by Radiographers in particular.
As a qualified or newly qualified Radiographer you will participate in a range of Imaging tasks within the X-Ray department.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main 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
Essential criteria
- BSc Radiography or equivalent
- State Registration
Desirable criteria
- UK University Qualification
Skills
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable clinical radiographic skills
- Adhere to and can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to communicate learned skills to junior staff
- Knowledge of radiation regulations
- IT competent – working knowledge of PACS, RIS, CR and/or DR
Desirable criteria
- UK hospital experience
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
- Able to work on own initiative and unsupervised.
- Able to deal with patients presenting with a range of conditions
Experience
Essential criteria
- Clinical Diagnostic Radiographic experience
Desirable criteria
- UK hospitals Experience
- Some post qualification experience of radiography
- Has up to date CPD portfolio
Other Essential Criteria
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable communication abilities
- Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Able to work hours flexibly.
- Satisfactory Standard/Enhanced DBS clearance including an Adults and Childrens Barred List check (if required for post)
- Able to adapt to different work settings within the department
- Able to recognise and respond sensitively and appropriately to individual patients needs
- Ability of moving and positioning various types of patients
- Caring attitude
- Enthusiastic/motivated
- Pleasant demeanour
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Ceri White
- Job title
- Site Lead Radiographer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01792 705833
- Additional information
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