Job summary
We are currently looking to recruit compassionate Band 5 Radiographers, or Radiography students qualifying in 2026, to join our friendly and fast-paced Radiology teams within South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust.
As a radiographer you will rotate throughout the general areas of the Department gaining valuable experience and enabling you to enhance your skills and knowledge in ED, Orthopaedics, Mobile examinations, Theatre and Fluoroscopy.
We offer a vibrant and exciting place to work; with a professional hard-working team who are looking forward to welcoming you to the Department.
The Department is a recognised student training centre for several universities' based programs and pro-actively supports CPD activities as well as advocating advanced practice and expansion of clinical skills.
The Department provides a seven-day / 24-hour service to our patients and participation in this is essential. This is currently covered on a rota basis with plans to implement a shift system in the future.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the job include working as a key member of the Department across all areas of general x-ray, ensuring a high standard of clinical radiography and patient care whilst complying with all Trust and departmental policies and procedures, as well as following IRR and IR(ME)R legislation.
This will require you to utilise a range of radiographic equipment, and IT software systems such as RIS and PACS and operate effectively under the HCPC standards of proficiency.
You should be able to demonstrate excellent patient care, communication and interpersonal skills and understand the importance of following Standard Operating Policies and procedures of work.
For further information about this role, please see Job Description attached and Person Specification sections.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To perform high-quality radiography across all areas of the Department whilst complying with all Trust and departmental policies and procedures.
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent.
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive training with high level of competence in basic radiographic technique.
- High standards of imaging techniques.
- Good understanding of Radiation safety.
Desirable
- Experience using Siemens, AGFA, Carestream, GE equipment.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to perform Moving and Handling tasks.
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality/security.
- Enthusiasm, initiative and positive approach to career and personal development.
- Flexible approach / willingness to participate in changes in working day to increase capacity / improve service delivery.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Able to work in a demanding environment.
- Reliable and flexible.
- Adaptable to change.
- Time-management skills.
- Ability to balance non-clinical and clinical.
- Evidence of good organisational skills.
- Good interpersonal skills, able to communicate with patients and colleagues at all levels.
- Analytical and problem solving skills.
- Teamwork skills.
- Basic IT skills (MS Office applications).
- Familiarity with Radiology IT Systems (PACS / RIS).
Desirable
- Familiarity with Soliton, Meditech, AGFA IMPAX, GE Centricity, Siemens, AGFA, Carestream, GE equipment.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trust Headquarters
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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