Senior Diagnostic Radiographer

Job: Senior Diagnostic Radiographer

Type: Flexible hours, part time (20 hours per week), contract of indefinite duration dependent on fundin

Reports to: Mobile Health and Screening Unit Team Lead

Closing Date: Monday 2nd November 2026

Safetynet Primary Care

Safetynet Primary Care is a Medical Charity providing services to those in our society most in need of health care but without access to appropriate care. Safetynet innovatively removes barriers by bringing healthcare to homeless people, those in addiction and vulnerable groups in hostels and drop-in services and by providing a mobile health service to rough sleepers. Safetynet provide GP and nursing services in the Inclusion Health Hub 5 days a week.

A significant Migrant Health service has been developed, providing health assessment screening and GP clinics to vulnerable migrants, refugees and asylum seekers. We advocate for an inclusive health system and work towards integration of our patient’s health care into mainstream services.

Safetynet Primary Care is an equal opportunities employer.

Our Mission

To deliver high-quality healthcare services for those who are socially excluded and who otherwise could not access care, promoting their wellbeing and advocating for an inclusive healthcare system.

Our Values

Quality, Transparency, Inclusivity, Respect for others, Innovation

Employee Benefits include:

Group healthcare scheme, Pension scheme, Annual tax saver travel scheme, Bike to work scheme

Role purpose

The position is based in Dublin with a national remit involving travel to various locations nationwide as identified by HSE Social Inclusion and Safetynet to conduct Active Case Finding for TB. The role is key to the execution of the Mobile Health & Screening team’s remit. The Radiographer will provide chest x-ray imaging from the mobile x-ray screening unit under the direction of public health and the National Social Inclusion Office. The Radiographer will work as part of the wider Mobile Health and Screening Unit team with responsibility for x-ray scheduling and follow up. The radiographer will be responsible for assisting with the planning of screening days, conducting risk assessments and implementing health and safety checks. The Radiographer will support organisational compliance with national healthcare quality standards and will be responsible for preparing, maintaining, and providing documentation and evidence required for HIQA and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) inspections. This will include organising and overseeing Safetynet’s quarterly Radiation Safety Committee meetings and liaising closely with the Radiation Protection Advisor to ensure compliance in implementing any follow up required. The role will contribute to audit readiness, quality improvement initiatives, and the implementation of corrective actions arising from inspections and reviews. The role would suit someone who enjoys interacting with diverse members of the community.

The Person

Essential Criteria and qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following academic/professional qualifications and/or relevant experience required.

• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
• Be registered on the Radiography Division of the Radiographers Register maintained by the Radiographers Registration Board at CORU.

Or

• Applicants who satisfied the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, (see *Note below), must submit proof of application for registration with the Radiographers Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Radiographers Registration Board at CORU confirming the current status of their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant.

And

• Have not less than 3 years full-time post qualification clinical experience.
• Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, management, leadership and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office in providing a comprehensive chest imaging service on the mobile x-ray unit.
• Working knowledge of best practice guidelines and legislation including radiation protection legislation and guidelines in Ireland, namely S.I 30 and S.I 256.
• Possess excellent interpersonal, communication, planning and organisational skills.
• Proficient IT, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Be adaptable and flexible to changing environments.
• Proficiency in the English language and eligibility to work in Ireland
• On appointment, practitioners must confirm and maintain annual registration on the relevant division of the Radiographers Register maintained by the Radiographers Registration Board at CORU.

*Note:

· Section 91 candidates are individuals who qualified before the 31st October 2013 and have been engaged in the practice of the profession in the Republic of Ireland for a minimum of 2 years fulltime (or an aggregate of 2 years full time), between 31st October 2008 and 30th October 2013.

Desirable Criteria

• Completion of a Post Graduate Certificate/Qualification in Radiation Safety.
• Willingness to be appointed as Safetynet’s designated Radiation Protection Officer (RPO), thus providing assurance that compliance with all applicable radiation protection regulations is complete by discharging the legal duties prescribed under relevant radiation protection legislation.

Principal Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Comply with CORU's Professional Code of Conduct and all Safetynet policies, procedures, and protocols maintaining safety of staff and patients at all times.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with GDPR.
• Perform chest x-rays, ensuring high-quality diagnostic imaging.
• Review chest x-rays for abnormalities and liaise with the Radiologist at St James’s Hospital for urgent reporting where required.
• Follow up on x-ray reports and coordinate with Safetynet GPs and specialist teams as necessary.
• Ensure all results are accurately recorded and uploaded to Safetynet patient management systems.
• Conduct, review, and update risk assessments as required.
• Communicate procedures and results pathways clearly to service users.
• Collaborate with the Mobile Health and Screening Unit team to ensure the safe flow of service users through the unit.
• Maintain effective communication with host sites and relevant stakeholders.
• Carry out and document all routine equipment checks, quality assurance activities, statutory inspections, servicing, and repairs in line with manufacturers guidelines.
• Provide training and guidance to non-radiography colleagues on safe radiation practices.
• Identify and escalate operational or clinical concerns as appropriate.
• Organise and oversee Safetynet’s radiation safety committee meetings, including any follow up required.
• Work closely with the Radiation Protection Advisor/Medical Physics Expert, including DRL management and evaluation against agreed national standards.
• Liaise closely with Xograph and other external organisations to ensure that regular planned preventative maintenance of imaging equipment is performed.
• Work closely with the St Jame’s Hospital Radiologist to ensure that the quality of the service provided meets standard requirements at all times.
• Ensure awareness of Ireland’s national regulator for medical devices, the ‘Health Products Regulatory Authority (HRPA).
• Oversee and manage the investigation, documentation, and reporting of any radiation incidents, ensuring compliance with all regulatory reporting requirements.

Note

This Job Description outlines the current responsibilities of the role. As the organisation adapts its operations to meet the changing needs of its client group, the duties associated with this position may change.

Particulars of Office

Appointment: Part time, contract of indefinite funding, pensionable, 6 months probationary period

Working Hours: 20 hours per week Monday – Friday. Start and finish times may vary based on service need. Flexibility required. Occasional weekend work may be required.

Annual Salary: Senior Radiographer salary scale starting point €33,733 per annum pro rata (€59,034 per annum full time equivalent). Entry point to the scale will be determined in accordance with Safetynet Primary Care Pay Policy.

Annual Leave: 11.5 days per annum pro rata

Location: Based at 60 Amiens Street, Dublin 1. Travel required. Hybrid working arrangements optional following successful completion of probationary period.

Apply to careers@primarycaresafetynet.ie with a CV and cover application, outlining why you are applying for this position.

Closing Date: Monday 2nd November 2026

Garda Vetting is a requirement for all patient-facing roles in Safetynet Primary Care.

Please see Careers at Safetynet – Work With Us to Improve Inclusion Health — Safetynet Primary Care for full Job Description.