Specialist Radiographer
Band 6 Radiographer – NHS Highland
Location: Oban, Argyll & Bute
Department: Radiology
Contract: Permanent Part‑time (Flexible working pattern considered)
Bring your skills and enthusiasm to our friendly Radiology team in Oban. As a Band 6 Radiographer, you’ll take on a more advanced and autonomous role, helping us deliver a high‑quality diagnostic imaging service to our local community on the stunning west coast of Scotland.
What you’ll do
- Deliver high‑quality general radiography across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings
- Apply advanced practice skills appropriate to Band 6 level, supporting clinical decision‑making and safe patient management
- Work collaboratively within a small multidisciplinary team, contributing to smooth, patient‑centred service delivery
- Support training, supervision, and mentorship of Band 5 colleagues and students
- Participate in out‑of‑hours and weekend rota (enhanced rates apply)
What we’re looking for
- HCPC‑registered Diagnostic Radiographer
- Strong clinical experience in general radiography, with confidence to work independently
- A proactive, flexible approach and commitment to high‑quality patient care
- Someone who enjoys the variety and responsibility that comes with rural healthcare
What we offer
- A welcoming, experienced team with excellent peer support
- Opportunities to develop extended skills, undertake CPD, and build towards advanced practice
- Autonomy and variety rarely found in larger departments
- A beautiful coastal location offering exceptional work–life balance
- For informal enquiries, please contact Karran Speakman: karran.speakman@nhs.scot
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Additional information for candidates
Flexible Working
- Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.
How to apply
- Apply online through Jobtrain
- Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
- Please ensure the address on your application form reflects your current place of residence for your present workplace and can be verified through your identification documents.
- Do not upload a CV – CVs are not used for shortlisting
- Applications close at midnight on the stated closing date
- Once submitted, applications cannot be changed
Keeping in Touch
- We will contact you by email
- Please check your email (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account regularly
Support and Accessibility
- Help with applying: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
- Jobtrain technical support: https://knowledge.jobtrain.co.uk/jobseeker
- Jobtrain accessibility statement:
https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/ - If you need adjustments to support you through the recruitment process, please tell us
Internal candidates
- Some posts are internal only
- If you work for NHS Highland, make sure your Jobtrain profile shows this
What is it like to work for NHS Highland?
- Visit https://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/careers/ to find out more about living and working in our area
- Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers
Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig
Care and compassion – Dignity and respect – Openness, honesty and responsibility – Quality and teamwork
