Radiographer, Staff Grade Radagrafaí, Grád Foirne in Dublin
- Salary
- €44,956–€64,235 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 29 Oct 2026
About the Role
St. Columcille’s Hospital (SCH) Loughlinstown is located on the border of County Wicklow. It is a model 2 hospital and is aligning itself to the Sláintecare vision and provides a range of services to a diverse population covering South County Dublin and County Wicklow. St. Columcille’s Hospital is committed to providing a quality, patient focused service in a way that meets all patient needs in an equitable, efficient and safe manner. We acknowledge the contribution of each member of staff and aim to encourage and support them in their on-going professional development.
Services include a 7/7 Local Injury Unit, 7/7 Medical Assessment Unit, 113 medical inpatient beds incorporating Stroke & Ortho Rehab Units, Endoscopy, a 5/7 Day Surgery Unit, an Outpatient Department, Radiology and various diagnostic services for local GPs. At present the theatre department runs day case surgery lists in general surgery, vascular surgery, pain management, gynaecology and dental. St. Columcille’s Hospital acts as a hub and spoke model for integrated care. Located in St. Columcille’s Hospital is the National Centre for all obesity management and the National Gender Service.
Requirements
Skills and attributes:
- effective team skills
- Demonstrate the specialist knowledge and clinical skills in the specific area of practice
- Demonstrate effective and efficient planning and organisational
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate with colleagues
- Effective time management skills
Eligibility Criteria:
- Qualifications and/ or experience
- Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc.
- Candidates for appointment must at the closing date:
- (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Radiography Division of the Radiographers Register maintained by the Radiographers Registration Board at CORU.
- (ii) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.
- (iii) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Radiography Division of the Radiographers Register maintained by the Radiographers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued.
- Annual Registration
- (i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Radiography Register maintained by the Radiographer Registration Board at CORU
- (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC).
- Health
- A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
- Character
- Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character.
- Post Specific Requirements
- Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information, solve problems and make decisions in relation to service user care.
- Show excellent written and grammatical communication skills that are clear and concise throughout the application and cover letter. Demonstrate the ability to plan and deliver care in an effective and resourceful manner, and the ability to manage oneself in a busy working environment.
- Apply principles of Justification and Optimisation to every examination undertaken.
- Be involved in the department Quality Assurance Programme, including audit, and ensure that all equipment faults and issues are recorded and monitored on the Radiology Equipment Database.
- Ensure good communications within the department by appropriate means, involving attendance at regular staff meetings.
- Follow the direction of senior staff where appropriate.
- Be involved in student Radiographer training in association with SCH Practice Tutors.
- The post holder may be required to undertake IV cannulation training if competency in the area is not already been completed.
- Candidate may have to participate in the 8am to 8 pm roster as per Public service agreement.
- Other requirements specific to the post
- Have access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role.
- Participate in an on-call rota.
- The post holder will be required to rotate through all clinical areas as required.
- The candidates will be required to take up duty within 3 months of receipt of a formal offer of employment.
- Additional eligibility requirements
- Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be:
- (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens
- OR
- (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State
Details
Location: Dublin
Sector: public sector
Salary: €44,956–€64,235 per year
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Closing date: 29 Oct 2026
How to Apply
Who We Are
St. Columcille’s Hospital (SCH) Loughlinstown is located on the border of County Wicklow. It is a model 2 hospital and is aligning itself to the Sláintecare vision and provides a range of services to a diverse population covering South County Dublin and County Wicklow. St. Columcille’s Hospital is committed to providing a quality, patient focused service in a way that meets all patient needs in an equitable, efficient and safe manner. We acknowledge the contribution of each member of staff and aim to encourage and support them in their on-going professional development.
Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 29 Oct 2026
- What are the salary details?
- €44,956–€64,235 per year
- What are the main responsibilities of the role?
- The Radiographer (Staff Grade) will: Undertake radiography practice in a professional manner, uphold the reputation of the department and the hospital, recognise the need for effective self-management of workload and resources, ensure professional standards are maintained, identify and assess patients, conduct appropriate assessment/diagnostic or monitoring procedures, treatment, or other actions safely and skilfully, implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice, be responsible for the safe use of all imaging equipment, adhere to departmental imaging protocols, ensure appropriate radiation protection, maximise the use of new technology, be accountable, work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, relate to and communicate with others in a courteous and helpful manner, assist and take part in audit, quality assurance programmes, undertake routine inspection of equipment, ensure the correct completion of records and reports, be flexible in response to service needs, attend at such other health institutions administered by the HSE as may be designated, participate in mandatory training programmes, participate in continuing professional development, understand the role of reflective practice, engage in performance review, actively participate in induction / teaching / training / supervision of Radiographers and other staff, identify teaching / learning / audit / opportunities, work in a safe manner, implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice, adequately identify, assess, and manage and monitor risk, be responsible for the cleaning, proper care, and storage of all safety equipment, keep the department and their work area clean, tidy and safe, have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards, support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives, contribute to the planning and development of the service, participate in the establishment and maintenance of standards for quality improvement, assist in the organisation, maintenance and/or ordering of equipment and materials, represent the department at meetings and conferences, engage in IT developments, keep up to date with developments within the organisation and the Irish Health Service.
- What are the eligibility criteria for the role?
- Candidates for appointment must at the closing date: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Radiography Division of the Radiographers Register maintained by the Radiographers Registration Board at CORU. (ii) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. (iii) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Radiography Division of the Radiographers Register maintained by the Radiographers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Radiography Register maintained by the Radiographer Registration Board at CORU and confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC).
- What are the post-specific requirements?
- Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information, solve problems and make decisions in relation to service user care. Show excellent written and grammatical communication skills that are clear and concise throughout the application and cover letter. Demonstrate the ability to plan and deliver care in an effective and resourceful manner, and the ability to manage oneself in a busy working environment. Apply principles of Justification and Optimisation to every examination undertaken. Be involved in the department Quality Assurance Programme, including audit, and ensure that all equipment faults and issues are recorded and monitored on the Radiology Equipment Database. Ensure good communications within the department by appropriate means, involving attendance at regular staff meetings. Follow the direction of senior staff where appropriate. Be involved in student Radiographer training in association with SCH Practice Tutors. The post holder may be required to undertake IV cannulation training if competency in the area is not already been completed. Candidate may have to participate in the 8am to 8 pm roster as per Public service agreement. Have access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role. Participate in an on-call rota. The post holder will be required to rotate through all clinical areas as required. The candidates will be required to take up duty within 3 months of receipt of a formal offer of employment.