Diagnostic Radiographer

Powys Teaching Health Board

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Band 5 Radiographer to join our patient centred team of friendly Radiography staff for 37.5 hours per week .

Applications are welcome from third year Radiography Students who are due to qualify in Summer 2026

Main duties of the job

As a Radiographer you will have the opportunity to work closely with a variety of stakeholders including GP’s , neighbouring health boards, MIU, Dental, Midwifery and NOUS services therefore good communication skills are essential.

You will be based in Brecon Community hospital and will be required to work across other sites such as Llandrindod Wells and Ystradgynlais community hospital depending on service need.

We are a forward-looking department with opportunities for training and role development. Continuing professional development is actively encouraged.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.

We welcome and encourage informal visits to our departments, please contact David Lee Team Lead Radiographer, for more information:

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • D.C.R.(R) or BSc in Diagnostic Radiography State Registered Radiographer Current HPC Registration Professional knowledge acquired through degree or due to qualify summer 2026

Essential criteria

Essential

  • To be skilled in plain x-ray techniques and the use of CR, RIS and PAC’s systems To be able to use computer packages and the RIS system To demonstrate a full understanding and principles of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations IR(ME)R 2017 and amended regulations 2024 and the Ionising Radiations Regulations (IRR) 2017
  • To demonstrate good verbal communication skills with different patient groups Able to undertake a wide range of general diagnostic X-ray examinations and associated administration duties Able to undertake moving and handling of patients and equipment within the service area Have a full understanding of infection prevention and control within the service area
  • Demonstrate PTHB Values
  • Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner

Desirable

  • Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.

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

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Closing Date: 19 July 2026

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