Job summary
Whitstable Medical Practice is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced Band 6 (equivalent) Radiographer to join our friendly team providing general x-ray examinations to a high diagnostic standard.
The x-ray room is open 8.00 am 8.00 pm, 7 days a week. The post-holder will be required to work 2 x 12 hour days in a flexible rota to include some weekend shifts. There will be more shifts offered to cover annual and sickness leave.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work autonomously in the Philips Digital Diagnostic x-ray room at Estuary View Medical Centre. They will be responsible for managing their own workload to provide ad hoc x-ray imaging for a busy Urgent Treatment Centre and multiple out-patient clinics as well as a full list of GP appointed patients.
About us
Whitstable Medical Practice is a forward thinking single practice Primary Care Network (PCN) GP Practice based across 3 sites in Whitstable. There are 21 equity partners and 6 salaried GPs looking after over 40,000 patients. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach to Primary Care. We are a training practice and run various in house contracts including Cataract surgery, Ultrasound, Dermatology, Physical Therapies and Audiology together with further community contracts, a Day Surgery Suite and an Urgent Treatment Centre with Digital x-ray.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To
demonstrate a working knowledge of and act in accordance with IR(ME)R 17
and IRR 17
- To efficiently manage a
busy workload. Demonstrate
communication and time management skills with the ability to effectively
prioritise while providing high quality care to our patients
- To participate in the red
dot and preliminary clinical evaluation process
- To
demonstrate sound IT and administrative skills; the post-holder will be
required to book patients onto the x-ray console, service record and scan
some documentation
- To
undertake image transfer transactions via Image Exchange Portal, e-mail
and CD media
- To
participate in the x-ray room QA equipment checks
- To
supervise and support student radiographers
- Promote
good practice consistent with legislation, Whitstable Medical Practice and
in accordance with the Society of Radiographers core standards and
Professional Code of Conduct.
- To
maintain professional HCPC registration
- Participate in continuing professional development
opportunities to ensure that up to date evidence-based knowledge and
competence in all aspects of the role is maintained
- Identify with the Lead Radiographer the risks and
priorities when improving the x-ray service, making constructive suggestions
for improvement
- Keep up-to-date with relevant health related policy
and work to consider the impact and strategies for implementation with the
Lead Radiographer
- Work collaboratively with colleagues within and
outside the practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To
demonstrate a working knowledge of and act in accordance with IR(ME)R 17
and IRR 17
- To efficiently manage a
busy workload. Demonstrate
communication and time management skills with the ability to effectively
prioritise while providing high quality care to our patients
- To participate in the red
dot and preliminary clinical evaluation process
- To
demonstrate sound IT and administrative skills; the post-holder will be
required to book patients onto the x-ray console, service record and scan
some documentation
- To
undertake image transfer transactions via Image Exchange Portal, e-mail
and CD media
- To
participate in the x-ray room QA equipment checks
- To
supervise and support student radiographers
- Promote
good practice consistent with legislation, Whitstable Medical Practice and
in accordance with the Society of Radiographers core standards and
Professional Code of Conduct.
- To
maintain professional HCPC registration
- Participate in continuing professional development
opportunities to ensure that up to date evidence-based knowledge and
competence in all aspects of the role is maintained
- Identify with the Lead Radiographer the risks and
priorities when improving the x-ray service, making constructive suggestions
for improvement
- Keep up-to-date with relevant health related policy
and work to consider the impact and strategies for implementation with the
Lead Radiographer
- Work collaboratively with colleagues within and
outside the practice.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience in general x-ray examinations within a busy routine GP and acute trauma setting.
- IR(ME)R17 and IRR17
Desirable
- Audit participation
- Equipment QA experience
- Student mentorship
Qualifications
Essential
- BSC Diagnostic Radiography
- DCR Diagnostic Radiography
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Time management and organisational skills
- Ability to work autonomously and as a team player.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure with a calm disposition.
- Patient Focussed
- Empathetic and respectful to all individuals.
- Adaptable, flexible and motivated.
Desirable
- A keen enthusiasm and interest for plain film x-ray.
- To be proactive in CPD Development.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience in general x-ray examinations within a busy routine GP and acute trauma setting.
- IR(ME)R17 and IRR17
Desirable
- Audit participation
- Equipment QA experience
- Student mentorship
Qualifications
Essential
- BSC Diagnostic Radiography
- DCR Diagnostic Radiography
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Time management and organisational skills
- Ability to work autonomously and as a team player.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure with a calm disposition.
- Patient Focussed
- Empathetic and respectful to all individuals.
- Adaptable, flexible and motivated.
Desirable
- A keen enthusiasm and interest for plain film x-ray.
- To be proactive in CPD Development.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
