Job overview
If you already have some experience working as a qualified radiographer, there is an opportunity to advance through the department’s Band 5/6 progression pathway.
Perform a high standard of imaging within plain film, theatres and mobile examinations, with rotation into CT, whilst maintaining exceptional patient care. Work as part of our great team and as an individual unsupervised as part of the 24-hour imaging service. Manage your own workload of patients, keeping accurate associated records. Provide support and supervision to our students and assistant practitioners. Use own initiative in problem solving and decision-making regarding workflow and IR(ME)R regulations. Effectively communicate with the multidisciplinary team, liaising with other departments within the trust. Ensure compliance with departmental policy, procedures and our clinical governance framework. Aim to drive continuous improvement and be responsible for keeping an up to date CPD folder.
Main duties of the job
Working in a challenging trauma, orthopaedic and neuro environment, there will numerous opportunities to develop skills in general imaging. If you wish to specialise in the future, we have an extensive range of modalities including DR, CT, MRI, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, lithotripsy, DEXA, interventional angiography and all aspects of general and fluoroscopic radiography. We also have an O-arm and 3D navigation which is used in complex spinal surgery. If you enjoy the challenge of trauma imaging you will be involved in carrying out imaging within the brand new Greater Manchester Major Trauma Hospital . There will be a dedicated trauma radiology department and CPD is actively encouraged and supported at Salford . Our SOR learning representative has a wide range of CPD activities and lectures organised every month spanning all interests. We also encourage role extension and currently have MSK and chest reporting radiographers in training in addition to those already in post. We also have advanced practice radiographers working in other areas of the department.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person specification
Qualifications & Registration
Essential
- Diploma/ BSc Radiography
- Has UK experience (qualified or as a student)
Desirable
- Evidence of Post graduate study
- A&E experience
- Theatre Experience
Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Previous Radiography employment
- Willing to participate in On Call duties when required
- Recent A&E, Theatre experience
- Red dot/ image interpretation experience
- knowledge/ appreciation of IRMER
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This advert is for Diagnostic Radiographer with Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust in Salford, North West, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 Per Annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 23 Jun 2026.
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