About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an experienced HCPC-registered Diagnostic Radiographer to provide imaging for patients undergoing elective orthopaedic and spinal surgery.
You will perform post-operative orthopaedic X-rays and provide mobile C-arm fluoroscopy in theatre, including support for spinal procedures. Working with the theatre and ward teams, you will help coordinate imaging around operating lists and discharge plans.
This is an opportunity to help establish the imaging service within a new surgical hub.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will:
Perform post-operative orthopaedic X-rays and intra-operative imaging within your competence and agreed scope of practice. Operate mobile C-arm equipment safely during orthopaedic and spinal procedures. Check patient identity, imaging requests and pregnancy status where relevant, following agreed procedures. Work within your employer entitlement under IR(ME)R, ensuring exposures are justified and authorised through the agreed pathway. Optimise image quality and radiation dose, following IR(ME)R, IRR17 and local radiation protection rules. Position and support patients safely, taking account of post-operative pain, mobility and surgical precautions. Complete equipment checks and quality assurance tasks, escalating faults or image quality concerns promptly. Maintain accurate imaging and exposure records, ensuring images are available for clinical review. Follow agreed escalation pathways for urgent concerns, unexpected findings and radiation incidents. Maintain infection prevention standards and work safely within the sterile theatre environment. Work with the multidisciplinary team and contribute to audit, service improvement and safe imaging workflows.
About us
One Health Group was established in Sheffield in 2004 and has steadily and successfully grown to become a significant healthcare provider in the region. Commissioned by the NHS, we provide services for patients referred for Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Spine, Urology and Gynaecology and with clinics located in over 30 locations across Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and Lincolnshire, we bring healthcare closer to where people live. We are committed to clinical excellence, and our mission is to provide innovative, high quality medical and clinical services for our patients, optimising outcomes so they can quickly continue healthy lives.
OHG Surgical Hub is a new specialist elective surgical facility being developed to provide high-quality care for patients undergoing major orthopaedic and spinal procedures.
Our service includes:
One modern operating theatre. Three-bay recovery unit. Twelve inpatient bedrooms. Dedicated pre-assessment and outpatient facilities. We specialise in elective surgery, including:
Total hip replacement. Total knee replacement. Revision arthroplasty where clinically appropriate. Spinal procedures including ACDF, cervical decompression, lumbar decompression, discectomy and spinal fusion procedures.
We are developing a clinical team focused on delivering safe, compassionate and high-quality patient care.
Job description Job responsibilities
Hours: Part time (10 hours per week)
Responsible to: OHG Clinical Services Manager Professional Accountability: Medical Director Planned start date: 1 April 2027
About OHG Surgical HubOne Health Group was established in Sheffield in 2004 and has steadily and successfully grown to become a significant healthcare provider in the region. Commissioned by the NHS, we provide services for patients referred for Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Spine, Urology and Gynaecology and with clinics located in over 30 locations across Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and Lincolnshire, we bring healthcare closer to where people live. We are committed to clinical excellence, and our mission is to provide innovative, high quality medical and clinical services for our patients, optimising outcomes so they can quickly continue healthy lives.
OHG Surgical Hub is a new specialist elective surgical facility being developed to provide high-quality care for patients undergoing major orthopaedic and spinal procedures.
Our service includes:
One modern operating theatre. Three-bay recovery unit. Twelve inpatient bedrooms. Dedicated pre-assessment and outpatient facilities. We specialise in elective surgery, including:
Total hip replacement. Total knee replacement. Revision arthroplasty where clinically appropriate. Spinal procedures including ACDF, cervical decompression, lumbar decompression, discectomy and spinal fusion procedures. We are developing a clinical team focused on delivering safe, compassionate and high-quality patient care.
The RoleWe are looking for an experienced HCPC-registered Diagnostic Radiographer to provide imaging for patients undergoing elective orthopaedic and spinal surgery.
You will perform post-operative orthopaedic X-rays and provide mobile C-arm fluoroscopy in theatre, including support for spinal procedures. Working with the theatre and ward teams, you will help coordinate imaging around operating lists and discharge plans.
This is an opportunity to help establish the imaging service within a new surgical hub.
Key ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will:
Perform post-operative orthopaedic X-rays and intra-operative imaging within your competence and agreed scope of practice. Operate mobile C-arm equipment safely during orthopaedic and spinal procedures. Check patient identity, imaging requests and pregnancy status where relevant, following agreed procedures. Work within your employer entitlement under IR(ME)R, ensuring exposures are justified and authorised through the agreed pathway. Optimise image quality and radiation dose, following IR(ME)R, IRR17 and local radiation protection rules. Position and support patients safely, taking account of post-operative pain, mobility and surgical precautions. Complete equipment checks and quality assurance tasks, escalating faults or image quality concerns promptly. Maintain accurate imaging and exposure records, ensuring images are available for clinical review. Follow agreed escalation pathways for urgent concerns, unexpected findings and radiation incidents. Maintain infection prevention standards and work safely within the sterile theatre environment. Work with the multidisciplinary team and contribute to audit, service improvement and safe imaging workflows.
About YouWe are looking for a diagnostic radiographer with recent orthopaedic and theatre imaging experience and a commitment to safe, patient-centred care.
You will have:
A degree or diploma in Diagnostic Radiography, or an equivalent recognised qualification. Current HCPC registration as a Radiographer. Recent experience of orthopaedic imaging and post-operative hip and knee X-rays. Competence in mobile C-arm fluoroscopy, including imaging during spinal procedures. Working knowledge of IR(ME)R, IRR17, dose optimisation and local radiation protection procedures. Confidence working independently within your competence and employer entitlement. Good communication, organisational and digital imaging skills, including PACS. Evidence of continuing professional development and a commitment to patient safety. What We Offer Competitive salary, pro rata for part-time hours. Supportive and friendly team. Modern purpose-built elective surgical environment. Opportunities for professional development. Funded mandatory training. Professional registration reimbursement where covered by OHG policy. Company pension. Generous annual leave, pro rata for part-time hours. Free onsite parking. Employee wellbeing support.
Apply TodayIf you are passionate about delivering high-quality imaging and would like to help build a specialist orthopaedic and spinal surgical service, we would welcome your application.
For further information or an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact [email protected]
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered with the HCPC as a Diagnostic Radiographer. Hold a recognised degree or diploma in Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent qualification).
Experience Essential
Recent experience performing orthopaedic imaging, including post-operative hip and knee X-rays. Competent in the use of mobile C-arm fluoroscopy within a theatre environment. Experience supporting spinal procedures using intra-operative imaging. Working knowledge of IR(ME)R, IRR17, radiation protection procedures, and dose optimisation principles. Confident working independently within your scope of practice and professional competence. Experience using PACS or other digital imaging systems. Able to travel reliably to the OHG Surgical Hub in Scunthorpe for this position. Legally entitled to work in the UK and willing to undergo the required pre-employment checks, including DBS and references.
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 One Health Group
Address One Health Group PLC
Warren Road
Scunthorpe
DN15 6XH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://onehealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)