Lithotripsy Radiographer Trainee

Job Overview

The lithotripsy unit (situated in gate 36) is a multi-disciplinary service involved in the therapeutic care of patients with renal tract stones and the provision of Stone Clinics. We are looking for a Lithotripsy trainee radiographer with progression to Band 7 subject to competency, training, and completion of post‑graduate ultrasound training (which starts in January 2026).

Main duties

• Commence an ultrasound training course starting in January 2026 at UWE and gain clinical experience within the ultrasound and lithotripsy department.
• After approximately 12 months of training act as an extended scope practitioner in lithotripsy, independently perform and report renal ultrasound in lithotripsy and outpatient clinics, and perform lithotripsy treatments.
• Perform complex examinations relevant to appropriate level of training and experience.
• Work within the lithotripsy team following protocols and guidance.

On Completion Of Training

• Confidence and ability to analyse relevant clinical information, including other test results, and use judgement to perform and adapt techniques required to undertake satisfactory treatment, examination, and diagnosis.
• Exercise judgement when dealing with patient enquiries, analyse and resolve patient problems, and provide advice on future patient management where appropriate.
• Apply clinical knowledge in the manipulation of complex image data using dedicated software; advanced physical skills required to perform treatments and ultrasound examinations including excellent hand‑eye coordination, sight, hearing, touch, dexterity, manipulation, accuracy, and keyboard skills.

Essential criteria

• Must be HCPC registered.
• Must hold the Diploma of the Society of Radiographers DCR(R) or a BSc in Radiography or equivalent.

Desirable criteria

• Minimum 2 years post qualification experience.

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti‑discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.

If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support or advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151.

Please note that stringent pre‑employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.

If you have applied and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.

The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.