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Diagnostic Radiographer

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Whitehaven, CA28 8JGView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

15 November 2026

3 days left

Job description

Diagnostic Radiographer Band 5. 37.5hr post available. Work as a diagnostic radiographer within the team that provides 365 days, 24 hour radiology ser...

  • Work as a diagnostic radiographer to provide a radiology service across West Cumbria comprising general radiography including theatres, dental, fluoroscopy, and CT.
  • Work independently to justify, authorise and perform radiographic examinations from a range of referral pathways including general and dental practitioners.
  • Provide 24/7 department cover.
  • Work as part of the Radiology team to provide mentorship for student radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and newly qualified radiographers.
  • Undertake Quality Assurance as required

At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.

Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':

  • Being a clinically led organisation
  • Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
  • A positive patient experience every time
  • A great place to work
  • Managing our money well

As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.

Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.

Qualifications

Essential: - Degree in radiography or equivalent.; - HCPC registration

Experience

Essential: - Plain film, fluoroscopic and emergency radiography.

Desirable: - CT, Angiography.

Knowledge

Essential

  • Patient care including signs of deteriorating health and first level life support techniques.
  • Infection control.
  • Radiation protection.
  • Moving and handling techniques.

Desirable: - RIS / PACS.; - Pathology recognition.; - Trust policies and procedures.; - Medicines management.

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

  • Plain film and fluoroscopic radiography.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Team member.
  • Manual dexterity
  • Moving and handling the non-independently mobile, including those with multiple injuries.
  • Ability to use initiative appropriately.
  • Ability to motivate self & others.
  • Ability to teach.
  • Mentorship skills.
  • Ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care.

Personal Circumstances

Essential: - Confident.; - Meticulous.; - Calm.; - Empathic.; - Willing to accept responsibility.

Desirable: - Enthusiasm for further learning.

Other Requirements

Essential: - Flexible approach to working patterns. Willing to work across NCIC Trust and travel to community sites as required.

Desirable: - Willing to live within 30 minutes travelling time.; - Driving licence.

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

29 October 2026

Last checked

2 November 2026

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About the employer

NCI
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

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