Job summary
The post holder will work within NMC Professional Codes of Conduct and Professional Guidelines to assist Consultant Radiologists, other specialist clinicians, and fellow nursing professionals during Diagnostic, Interventional, and Therapeutic procedures, maintaining care and dignity of patients at all times.
You will provide nursing care, advice, and information regarding procedures/treatment with patients attending the department, also explaining alternative treatment available. Act as an advocate for staff, patients, and relatives at all times. You will be required to complete a competency framework, gaining knowledge and skills in the clinical area. Once deemed competent, the post holder will be able to scrub independently.
With the relevant training, you will assist during diagnostic, interventional and therapeutic procedures. You will undertake observations of patients receiving Radiology procedures, acting on any changes or deterioration in patient condition. During examination procedures, you will administer any additional sedation or other appropriate medication under the direction of the Radiologist. Assist in therapeutic treatments, with limited supervision. Carry out subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, intravenous drug administration, and cannulation. You will be attending emergency procedures/treatment and providing specialist advice to patients, relatives, and other healthcare staff regarding clinical procedures and interventions within Radiology.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected:
- To plan your own day to day activities and allocate tasks to Healthcare Support Workers and Radiology Helper staff within the Department.
- Provide help and instruction to other members of staff within the Directorate, being approachable, empathic and supportive.
- Assist the Clinical Nurse in investigating complaints and concerns.
- Identify and record any untoward or clinical incidents, using DATIX system in a timely manner.
- Participate in auditing, supporting and implementing any necessary changes in relation to patient care by participating in research and evidence-based practice.
- Share own judgmental skills in the delivery of patient care, making suggestions towards service improvement.
- Communicate with ward staff about preparation procedures before examinations, ensuring the instructions are conveyed clearly and understood.
- Relay confidential patient condition related information to colleagues, other hospital Departments and, on occasions, external organisations.
- Communicate sensitive information about clinical procedures to patients, providing reassurance as you explain what will happen throughout the procedure.
- Patients may be hard of hearing, elderly, confused or have learning difficulties, and the post holder will need to overcome these barriers using tact, empathy and negotiation skills.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 99 community pharmacies;
- 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews will be held on 06/05/2026
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews will be held on 06/05/2026
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse with a current NMC registration.
- Professional clinical knowledge acquired through Degree or possess skills, knowledge and experience to equivalency.
- Working knowledge of multi-disciplinary team working
- Knowledge of audit and research.
- Willingness to complete a competency framework to be able to scrub independently.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration study and training
Experience
Essential
- Recent post qualification experience.
- Experience in providing supervision to staff
Desirable
- Experience of working in a Radiology Department
Language skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse with a current NMC registration.
- Professional clinical knowledge acquired through Degree or possess skills, knowledge and experience to equivalency.
- Working knowledge of multi-disciplinary team working
- Knowledge of audit and research.
- Willingness to complete a competency framework to be able to scrub independently.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration study and training
Experience
Essential
- Recent post qualification experience.
- Experience in providing supervision to staff
Desirable
- Experience of working in a Radiology Department
Language skills
Desirable
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.
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).
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.
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).
