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Job summary
We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and patient-focused Band 5 Radiographers to join our friendly Imaging team at University Hospital Lewisham, part of Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.
Applicants must hold a DCR or BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography and be HCPC registered. Applications are also welcomed from final-year students awaiting HCPC registration.
The successful candidate will join a busy, supportive department providing high-quality imaging services to a diverse patient population. The role includes participation in a 24/7 rota covering evenings, weekends, on-call duties and night shifts. In line with Agenda for Change terms and conditions, enhancements are paid for unsocial hours, including nights, weekends and on-call commitments. Flexibility in working patterns is therefore essential.
You may be required to work across Trust sites, gaining experience with a wide range of imaging equipment, examinations and clinical environments while developing your professional skills.
This is an excellent opportunity for newly qualified and early-career radiographers to build their expertise within a well-established department committed to professional development and excellent patient care. We offer a supportive learning environment, access to a broad range of imaging specialties and opportunities for career progression.
Main duties of the job
We offer experience in frontline radiography across a range of specialties and case mix, making this an ideal opportunity to develop your radiographic skills in a friendly modern department. The department is committed to training and developing staff and offering opportunities for CPD.
For informal enquiries, please contact Mrs Aminah Ayinde-Usman General Radiography Lead (Cross Site) University Hospital Lewisham on 07385221932 or via [email protected]
About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events, which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum plus HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
197-KH8895
Job locations
University Hospital Lewisham
Lewisham High Street
London
SE13 6LH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
Performance
- To participate in the induction and training of student radiographers.
- To attend compulsory staff training courses
- To provide assistance and be involved in departmental projects
- 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.
- 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
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
Performance
- To participate in the induction and training of student radiographers.
- To attend compulsory staff training courses
- To provide assistance and be involved in departmental projects
- 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.
- 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
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- DCR, BSc in Radiography or equivalent
- State Registered
Desirable
- IV cannulation certificate
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate high standards of technical skills
- Able to demonstrate a responsible attitude to teamwork.
- Demonstrate a high level of patient care, able to cope with the diversity of patients needs
- IT skills
- Competent in the use and care of a range of x-ray equipment.
Desirable
- Enthusiasm for training students.
- Progressive attitude to CPD
- Out of hours work
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good communications skills, both verbally and in writing.
- Confident to act on own initiative.
- Good attention to detail.
Persona lQualities
Essential
- Meet Occupational Health requirements
- Able to meet physical needs of role, moving and positioning patients and equipment.
- Able to wear a lead apron
- Professional & responsible attitude
- Flexible, reliable
- Stable and self-motivated.
- Able to promote a high standard of customer care
- Good team player
- Good team player
- Able to cope with all types of patients coming to an A&E environment
- Able to work alone
- Able to personally reflect own performance and ability.
- Able to participate in out-of-hours on call rota
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- DCR, BSc in Radiography or equivalent
- State Registered
Desirable
- IV cannulation certificate
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate high standards of technical skills
- Able to demonstrate a responsible attitude to teamwork.
- Demonstrate a high level of patient care, able to cope with the diversity of patients needs
- IT skills
- Competent in the use and care of a range of x-ray equipment.
Desirable
- Enthusiasm for training students.
- Progressive attitude to CPD
- Out of hours work
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good communications skills, both verbally and in writing.
- Confident to act on own initiative.
- Good attention to detail.
Persona lQualities
Essential
- Meet Occupational Health requirements
- Able to meet physical needs of role, moving and positioning patients and equipment.
- Able to wear a lead apron
- Professional & responsible attitude
- Flexible, reliable
- Stable and self-motivated.
- Able to promote a high standard of customer care
- Good team player
- Good team player
- Able to cope with all types of patients coming to an A&E environment
- Able to work alone
- Able to personally reflect own performance and ability.
- Able to participate in out-of-hours on call rota
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Lewisham
Lewisham High Street
London
SE13 6LH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Lewisham
Lewisham High Street
London
SE13 6LH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)