Radiographer Band 5 - QE
| Posting date: | 08 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | £31,049.00 to £37,796.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £31049.00 - £37796.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 October 2025 |
| Location: | London, SE18 4QH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9197-25-1012 |
Summary
Job Summary: Accountable to Radiology Service Manager. To provide radiographic imaging to a high standard and in a professional manner, working to departmental guidelines. The post holder will be required to carry out radiographic duties in all areas including theatres, A&E (both adults and paediatrics), on wards especially those with high dependency patients and the critically ill. To carry out all responsibilities with regard to Trust Policies including Data Protection and Equal Opportunities. Key Result Areas: To independently undertake diagnostic radiology procedures maintaining high professional standards of technical competence and ensuring standards of essence of care at all times. To assess and adapt techniques and protocols following assessment for each procedure. To take responsibility for the care of the patient whilst undertaking the procedure. This includes manual handling. To ensure the protection and safety of all patients and staff against the dangers of radiation. To monitor and evaluate Ionising Radiation Regulations 99 and IR(ME)R 2000 and ensure patients procedures are performed with due consideration of these regulations. To comply with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations. To ensure patient confidentiality is observed at all times and observe the requirements of the data protection act and freedom of information act. To participate in the departments out of hours on-call rota. To observe all local rules and the Trusts employment policies and procedures. To undertake regular QA tests to identify and report equipment faults or inaccuracies. Ensure the safe use of specialist radiology equipment. To report equipment failures immediately. To undertake resuscitation trolley checks in accordance with Trust and departmental guidelines. Performance To participate in the induction and training of student radiographers. To attend mandatory staff training courses. To provide assistance and be involved in departmental projects and audits. To be participate in departmental quality groups. To take every opportunity for self-development. Work force To ensure accurate recording on the Radiology Information System patient information and examination details including confirmation of examination and consumables used and dose received by patient. To ensure that all diagnostic images are sent to and checked on the Radiology PACS system for formal reporting. Attend staff meetings and contribute to processes in development and planning of radiology services. To attend any meetings as required by the Head of Imaging or Service Manager for Radiology. Partnerships To promote good relations with other directorates and hospitals To offer advice and guidance to patients and carers on radiology procedures and radiation issues taking due consideration of patients conditions. To obtain informed consent from patients prior to undertaking procedures as appropriate to individual circumstances