DEXA Reporting Specialist Clinical Technologist/Radiographer
At a glance
- Band
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time, Part-time
- Posted
- 07/08/2026
- Closes
- 02/09/2026
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Role summary
This is an advanced practitioner role for an experienced and motivated DEXA Reporting Specialist Clinical Technologist/Radiographer. The successful candidate will perform independent DEXA reporting, clinical DEXA scanning, and contribute to leadership and service development. They will produce high-quality DEXA reports, including vertebral fracture assessments, and support the delivery and development of the DEXA service across the Health Board. The role involves working autonomously within a specialist team and requires strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.
Essential criteria
- MSc in Nuclear Medicine or Diagnostic Radiography (or alternative level 7 qualification in a relevant scientific discipline) OR BSc in Nuclear Medicine or Diagnostic Radiography or Nursing scientific or healthcare discipline or Diagnostic Radiography or in the field of osteoporosis.
- Leadership training or qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience
- Professional registration (HCPC, RCT or NMC). Evidence of up-do-date CPD.
- DXA reporting qualification (Pg Cert or Pg Dip), or other reporting qualification and demonstrable levels of experience in DXA scanning or reporting or expert levels of experience in patient management in the context of FLS (Fracture Liaison Services).
- Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS) National Training Scheme for Bone Densitometry or extensive experience in DXA scanning and DXA image validation. If not held at the time of appointment, the post holder will be required to complete this certification within two years of employment.
- Expert knowledge of anatomy and pathology associated with DXA scanning and reporting and with Nuclear Medicine/Diagnostic Radiography
- Sound knowledge of governance processes related to reporting and service management.
- Expert understanding and working knowledge of PACS and healthcare digital systems
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of risk management and clinical governance
- Expert knowledge of IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR
- Specialist knowledge of PET/CT and molecular therapy procedures
- Extensive previous experience in DXA scanning and DXA image validation or in patient management in the context of FLS (Fracture Liaison Services)
- Demonstrable previous experience in DXA reporting or in other healthcare disciplines
- Extensive experience in DXA, osteoporosis/FLS, Nuclear Medicine or Diagnostic Radiography departments (since qualification)
- Experience in training and mentoring of junior staff and/or students
- Experience working with a range of patients including paediatric
- Experience of managing a team e.g. recruitment and performance appraisals etc
- Experience of producing statistical reports e.g. departmental performance etc
- Experience as RPS (radiation protection supervisor).
- Produced research (published scientific articles or communications presented in national or international conferences) in the field of DXA and osteoporosis.
- Experience with equipment trouble shooting
- Other
- Ability to travel within geographical area and work hours flexibly to meet the service needs which will include 7-day rota working
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
- Qualifications and Knowledge
- MSc in Nuclear Medicine or Diagnostic Radiography (or alternative level 7 qualification in a relevant scientific discipline) OR BSc in Nuclear Medicine or Diagnostic Radiography or Nursing scientific or healthcare discipline or Diagnostic Radiography or in the field of osteoporosis.
- Leadership training or qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience
- Professional registration (HCPC, RCT or NMC). Evidence of up-do-date CPD.
- DXA reporting qualification (Pg Cert or Pg Dip), or other reporting qualification and demonstrable levels of experience in DXA scanning or reporting or expert levels of experience in patient management in the context of FLS (Fracture Liaison Services).
- Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS) National Training Scheme for Bone Densitometry or extensive experience in DXA scanning and DXA image validation. If not held at the time of appointment, the post holder will be required to complete this certification within two years of employment.
- Expert knowledge of anatomy and pathology associated with DXA scanning and reporting and with Nuclear Medicine/Diagnostic Radiography
- Sound knowledge of governance processes related to reporting and service management.
- Expert understanding and working knowledge of PACS and healthcare digital systems
- Knowledge of risk management and clinical governance
- Expert knowledge of IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR
- Specialist knowledge of PET/CT and molecular therapy procedures
- Extensive previous experience in DXA scanning and DXA image validation or in patient management in the context of FLS (Fracture Liaison Services)
- Demonstrable previous experience in DXA reporting or in other healthcare disciplines
- Extensive experience in DXA, osteoporosis/FLS, Nuclear Medicine or Diagnostic Radiography departments (since qualification)
- Experience in training and mentoring of junior staff and/or students
- Experience working with a range of patients including paediatric
- Experience of managing a team e.g. recruitment and performance appraisals etc
- Experience of producing statistical reports e.g. departmental performance etc
- Experience as RPS (radiation protection supervisor).
- Produced research (published scientific articles or communications presented in national or international conferences) in the field of DXA and osteoporosis.
- Experience with equipment trouble shooting
- Other
- Ability to travel within geographical area and work hours flexibly to meet the service needs which will include 7-day rota working
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 7 at £46,148 – £52,809 a year, across England.
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Hywel Dda University Health Board
DEXA Reporting Specialist Clinical Technologist/Radiographer
The closing date is 02 September 2026
Job summary
The Radiology Department at Bronglais Hospital are delighted to offer an opportunity for an experienced and motivated practitioner to join the team as a DEXA Reporting Specialist Clinical Technologist/Radiographer.
This advanced practitioner role combines independent DEXA reporting, clinical DEXA scanning, leadership, and service development. The successful candidate will work autonomously within a specialist team, producing high-quality DEXA reports, including vertebral fracture assessments and fracture risk evaluations, while supporting the delivery and development of the DEXA service across the Health Board.
Applicants should possess extensive experience in DEXA scanning and image analysis, a relevant healthcare qualification with professional registration (HCPC, RCT or NMC), and a recognised DXA reporting qualification. Strong leadership, communication and mentoring skills are essential.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in osteoporosis diagnosis and management, contribute to service improvement, and support the education and development of future practitioners.
If you are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and advancing specialist DEXA practice, we would love to hear from you.
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