Senior Radiographer- Bd 6 (Bd5 Radiographers completing preceptorship) Full Time NEW

Job Vacancies My account Please wait, loadingSectorJob listJob detailsThis post is only open to internal applicants.Senior Radiographer- Bd 6 (Bd5 Radiographers completing preceptorship)NHS AfC: Band 6Main area Imaging Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time – 37.5 hours per week Job ref 418-DTO1893-KASite Luton & Dunstable University Hospital Town Luton Salary £39,959 – £48,117 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 04/05/2026 23:59 Interview date 20/05/2026Job OverviewONLY CANDIDATES WHO HAVE COMPLETED THE BAND 5 PRECEPTORSHIP PROGRAMME HERE AT THE LUTON & DUNSTABLE HOSPITAL ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE.As a Band 6 Radiographer at Luton & Dunstable University Hospital, you will undertake a pivotal role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services across a range of modalities, including general radiography, CT, and fluoroscopy. This position offers an opportunity to work with advanced imaging technologies and contribute to a dynamic, patient-centred environment.In addition to clinical duties, Band 6 Radiographers are expected to take on leadership responsibilities such as coordinating workflow, managing daily operational issues, training and mentoring junior colleagues and students, and ensuring compliance with radiation protection and health and safety policies.Main duties of the jobKey ResponsibilitiesPerform a wide range of radiographic procedures independently and to a high standard.Maintain accurate and timely patient records in accordance with NHS policies.Supervise, support, and train Band 5 Radiographers and student radiographers.Contribute to quality assurance, audit, and continuous improvement initiatives.Ensure safe use of equipment and compliance with IR(ME)R and radiation safety guidelines.Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide seamless patient care.Participate in departmental on-call and shift rotas as required.RequirementsMUST HAVE COMPLETED THE BAND 5 PRECEPTORSHIP PROGRAMME HERE AT THE LUTON & DUNSTABLE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent.Current HCPC registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer.Minimum of 12–18 months post-qualification experience, preferably in a Band 5 role.Evidence of CPD and willingness to engage in further training.Strong communication, organisational, and decision-making skills.Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.Working for our organisationBedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.Our valuesWe not only recruit based on qualifications and experience – we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and creating a culture that values differences.Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.Detailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesPlease see attached document for full job description in detail.CANDIDATES WHO HAVE COMPLETED THE BAND 5 PRECEPTORSHIP PROGRAMME HERE AT THE LUTON & DUNSTABLE HOSPITAL ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE.Person specificationQualificationsEssential criteriaBSc Radiography (Hons) or Diploma of College of Radiographers (or equivalent)HCPC RegisteredFull completion of B5 internal preceptorship folderDesirable criteriaCertificate in cannulationExperienceEssential criteriaExtensive experience of working in an acute hospitalExtensive experience in general radiographic practiceExperience in specialised modality practiceDesirable criteriaExperience working in Cardiac catheterisation LabSkillsEssential criteriaSkilled in performing cross-sectional/cardiac imagingParticipate in first line image interpretation.Computer literacy, with excellent computer / keyboard skills / mouse skillsCommitment to governance and auditDesirable criteriaAbility to undertake range of both general & specialist cardiac catheterisation examinationsIt is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post.Employer certification / accreditation badgesApplicant requirementsYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.Documents to downloadB6 Senior Rad JD (preceptorship) (PDF, 224.4KB)Band 6 Person specification via preceptorship (PDF, 136.4KB)Functional Aspects (PDF, 160.4KB)L&D Hospital site map (PDF, 96.8KB)Disclosure & Barring Information and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders (PDF, 78.5KB)Staff Diversity Network (PDF, 140.3KB)Information for Disabled Applicants (PDF, 98.7KB)Staff Benefits (PNG, 1.6MB)Apply online nowFurther details / informal visits contactName Emmanuel Adeshipe Job title Plain Film Manager Email address Emmanuel.Adeshipe@ldh.nhs.uk Telephone number 01582497976If you have problems applying, contactAddress Luton & Dunstable Hospital NHS TrustLewsey RoadLutonBedfordshireLU4 0DZTelephone 01582 497325List all jobs in Allied Health Professions or all sectorsSectorJob listJob details