X-ray and Dexa Assistant Practitioner

This is a band 3 trainee post, moving to band 4 upon qualification. You will support Registered Practitioners in delivering high-quality, patient-centred imaging services as part of the multidisciplinary team within Diagnostic Imaging. Working within a defined scope of practice, they will contribute to the safe, effective and efficient delivery of care across plain film, fluoroscopy and DXA services. You will work under the guidance of a registered radiographer, exercising appropriate autonomy and undertaking duties as an IR(ME)R authorised operator. The role includes carrying out delegated clinical tasks, prioritising workload, and supporting the smooth and efficient running of the department. You will adhere to all relevant legislation, including IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR 2017, maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff and the public. They will provide compassionate care, recognise and respond to clinical risks or deterioration, and escalate appropriately when needed. You will maintain their competence through ongoing training and development, contribute to clinical governance and service improvement, support colleagues where required, and work flexibly across the department, including rotational and extended hours to meet service needs.,

• The post holder will work within the Diagnostic Imaging team, primarily supporting Plain Film, DXA and basic fluoroscopy services across Torbay and South Devon. They will deliver safe, efficient and high-quality imaging in accordance with IRR 2017, IR(ME)R 2017, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and relevant professional guidance.
• Working within a defined scope of practice and under radiographer supervision where required, they will undertake imaging procedures and develop competence through appropriate training, including the Royal Osteoporosis Society National Training Scheme for Bone Densitometry. For DXA, they will assess patient suitability, obtain relevant clinical information, explain procedures, perform scans, assess image quality and analyse outputs using specialist software. They will identify artefacts or unusual findings requiring senior review and prepare examinations for reporting.
• The post holder will operate equipment safely, undertake routine quality assurance, report faults and maintain accurate records. They will support Radiographers and Advanced/Consultant Practitioners, contribute to audit, clinical governance, quality improvement and research, and support the induction and training of staff. The role will contribute to safe patient care, service efficiency and continuous improvement.