Job summary An exciting band 6 opportunity has arisen at Yeovil District Hospital, working in a busy and forward thinking radiology department. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated radiographer who is passionate about projectional imaging, with good leadership and organisational skills. Yeovil District Hospital demonstrates high standards in patient safety, staff well being, and clinical governance. We offer a robust preceptorship programme and a wide range of CPD opportunities, both within the department and through the online learning platform for the trust. The trust has a supportive well being programme available to all staff, and the department has well being champions offering immediate support. Main duties of the job The post holder will co-ordinate x-ray services liaising with the Site Lead Yeovil and the Deputy Clinical Lead Radiography, Consultant Radiologists, Radiographers, HCAs, Porters, Clerical staff and other relevant staff as required. To take a leading role in the specialised team performing plain film imaging. To work unsupervised & independently to provide high standard plain film imaging within written protocols and guidelines. To remain updated of both local and national changes of practice which may lead to departmental service developments. To undertake student assessments. To include student radiographers. This post will include rotation from Yeovil Hospital to peripheral sites if required. This post holder will be required to undertake out-of-hours duties, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays duties. About us As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts. The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London. Date posted 06 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-OL-PU-2060 Job locations Yeovil District Hospital Higher Kingston Yeovil Somerset BA21 4AT Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached detailed job description for further information about this Band 6 Radiographer role. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached detailed job description for further information about this Band 6 Radiographer role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree of equivalent in diagnostic radiography. Registered with the HCPC. Desirable Post Graduate CPD. Experience Essential Minimum of 18 months post qualification radiographic experience. Desirable NHS experience. The ability to work unsupervised. Working with and supervising student radiographers. Additional Criteria Essential Ability to plan and prioritise own and departmental workload. Excellent organisational skills. Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change and new ways of working. Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative. Ability to head and work as part of a small team. Desirable Detailed knowledge of general radiography techniques, x-ray and IT equipment, medical terminology, radiation regulations and image appearances. Previous Image Interpretation Courses for example red dot courses. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree of equivalent in diagnostic radiography. Registered with the HCPC. Desirable Post Graduate CPD. Experience Essential Minimum of 18 months post qualification radiographic experience. Desirable NHS experience. The ability to work unsupervised. Working with and supervising student radiographers. Additional Criteria Essential Ability to plan and prioritise own and departmental workload. Excellent organisational skills. Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change and new ways of working. Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative. Ability to head and work as part of a small team. Desirable Detailed knowledge of general radiography techniques, x-ray and IT equipment, medical terminology, radiation regulations and image appearances. Previous Image Interpretation Courses for example red dot courses. 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 Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Yeovil District Hospital Higher Kingston Yeovil Somerset BA21 4AT Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)