DXA Service Lead
| Posting date: | 23 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £47,810.00 to £54,710.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £47810.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 October 2025 |
| Location: | Barnstaple, EX314JB |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C0023-25-1730 |
Summary
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role As the Lead for the DXA service, you will: Be the clinical lead for DXA scanning and reporting, ensuring high standards of patient care and technical accuracy. Manage the day-to-day operation of the DXA service, including scheduling, quality assurance, and liaison with clinical teams. Provide expert advice and guidance to colleagues and stakeholders on osteoporosis assessment and DXA protocols. Support education and training initiatives, including mentoring junior staff and contributing to professional development programmes. Participate in service development, audits, and implementation of national guidelines (e.g. NOGG, NICE, IRMER 2017). What Were Looking For HCPC-registered Radiographer or equivalent qualified registered professional with substantial experience in DXA scanning and reporting. Strong understanding of clinical governance and quality improvement. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Commitment to patient-centred care and multidisciplinary collaboration. Willingness to undertake further training if required (e.g. Radiation Protection Supervisor, ISCD certification). Why Join Us? North Devon District Hospital offers a welcoming and collaborative environment where innovation and patient care go hand in hand. Our DXA service plays a vital role in the management of osteoporosis and fracture risk, and we are committed to delivering excellence in diagnostics and prevention. Working Pattern: Monday to Friday Interview Date: 22nd October 2025 For further information please contact: Jane Martin, Head of Radiology North, 01271 311635 or Janemartin4@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.