# Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/band-5-diagnostic-radiographer/31b65539-0438-4ca3-a7f2-786d315f465a - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/band-5-diagnostic-radiographer/31b65539-0438-4ca3-a7f2-786d315f465a.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Luton - **Region:** East of England - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Radiographer - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £32,073 - £39,043 per annum - **Contract type:** Fixed term: 1 year (Full Time Mat Cover) - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-07-20T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-06T14:51:52.049Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Bedfordshire/Luton/Bedfordshire_Hospitals_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Radiographer/Radiographer-v7968077 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7968077?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.ldh.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview NOTE: This is only a temporary part-time maternity cover position. We have a great team and department at Luton and this vacancy is the perfect opportunity for you to join our ever expanding, multicultural and diverse team. We will be holding interviews around the beginning of January If you have any questions or would like further information please contact Emmanuel Adeshipe;- \[email protected\] ### Main duties of the job To competently carry out imaging examinations in main x-ray, ED X-ray, on the wards and theatre suites. To ensure that all examinations are justified as per the IR(ME)R 2017 Regulations and fulfil the role of operator.  To minimise radiation dose   levels as low as reasonably practical. To display a high degree of precision and hand eye coordination to  produce accurate images in a timely manner To assess and prioritise patient workload, being accountable for own professional actions, conduct not directly supervised. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities To be responsible for patients during imaging examinations, and be able to adapt care dependent upon age, condition and clinical need, demonstrating empathy and reassurance.  This will entail assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the patient’s condition. Safe handling and moving of patients utilising correct procedures and equipment when required. To advise and ensure correct physical and psychological preparation for imaging procedures.  Communicate complex sensitive information, relevant to the patient’s condition, overcoming barriers to understanding. To participate in CPD and other developmental activities, developing specialist skills. To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice, maintain and develop personal portfolio. To be responsible for the safe use of expensive specialised equipment.  This will entail monitoring and maintaining in good working order.  Evaluate the problem, and report any faults to a more senior radiographer. Please see job description and person specification provided.  If further information is required, please speak to our contact on advert. ## Job Details NOTE: This is only a temporary part-time maternity cover position. We have a great team and department at Luton and this vacancy is the perfect opportunity for you to join our ever expanding, multicultural and diverse team. We will be holding interviews around the beginning of January If you have any questions or would like further information please contact Emmanuel Adeshipe;- \[email protected\] ## Job Description To competently carry out imaging examinations in main x-ray, ED X-ray, on the wards and theatre suites. To ensure that all examinations are justified as per the IR(ME)R 2017 Regulations and fulfil the role of operator. To minimise radiation dose levels as low as reasonably practical. To display a high degree of precision and hand eye coordination to produce accurate images in a timely manner To assess and prioritise patient workload, being accountable for own professional actions, conduct not directly supervised. ## Responsibilities To be responsible for patients during imaging examinations, and be able to adapt care dependent upon age, condition and clinical need, demonstrating empathy and reassurance. This will entail assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the patient’s condition. Safe handling and moving of patients utilising correct procedures and equipment when required. To advise and ensure correct physical and psychological preparation for imaging procedures. Communicate complex sensitive information, relevant to the patient’s condition, overcoming barriers to understanding. To participate in CPD and other developmental activities, developing specialist skills. To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice, maintain and develop personal portfolio. To be responsible for the safe use of expensive specialised equipment. This will entail monitoring and maintaining in good working order. Evaluate the problem, and report any faults to a more senior radiographer. Please see job description and person specification provided. If further information is required, please speak to our contact on advert. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Computer literate - Being familiar with and able to use a Radiology Information System (RIS) - Competent in producing high quality diagnostic X-ray images for all patient types - Has undergone training in theatre imaging, fluoroscopy, dental X-ray, A&E, general and portable X-rays **Desirable** - Basic awareness of audit, quality improvement, or service development - Good understanding of patient care and communication, including anxious or vulnerable patients ### Knowledge **Essential** - High level of anatomy knowledge relevant to radiography - Good knowledge of pathologies and disease processes viewed on X-ray - In depth knowledge of IRMER **Desirable** - Have knowledge of data protection in healthcare ### Qualifications **Essential** - BSc in Diagnostic Radiography - HCPC registered - NHS Experience **Desirable** - Evidence of postgraduate study or relevant CPD in diagnostic imaging - Student mentorship or training (at any level) ## Documents - [staff benefits (png, 1.6mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2879) - [job description (pdf, 240.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10249834) - [functional aspects (pdf, 187.2kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10249836) - [l&d hospital site map (pdf, 96.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1454) - [personal specification (pdf, 40.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10249835) - [staff diversity network (pdf, 140.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2866) - [information for disabled applicants (pdf, 98.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2870) - [disclosure & barring information and recruitment of ex-offenders (pdf, 78.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1456) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.