Job summary
Portsmouth University Hospital Trust is looking to expand the Radiography Team and are recruiting Band 5 Radiographers, with a passion for plain film. This is an excellent opportunity to welcome student radiographers who are due to qualify in spring/summer 2024 to join our dynamic and friendly team. We would of course also welcome applications from qualified Radiographers wishing to relocate and looking for new challenges.
Main duties of the job
Currently we have opportunities for both full and part-time working so if you need to have flexible working, we can cater for this too. As we are a 24/7 department, commitment to join the out of hours rota is required.
We are a Trust that recognises the integral role that every member of our imaging team plays, working collaboratively to provide the comprehensive and compassionate care that every patient deserves.
We are a closely-knit team that works hard, learns and develops together. We know how important it is to be on the right career pathway for you, whether this is through development into wider imaging modalities, developing advanced practice or leadership and management progression plans, we offer the support and encouragement to achieve these goals.
We offer experience across a wide range of Diagnostic Imaging specialties including:
Plain Film
Fluoroscopy
Paediatrics
Trauma
Cardiology
Interventional Radiology
Opportunities to experience other imaging modalities
If you wish to discuss the role further and arrange a visit to the department, please contact: Lynn Butson, Superintendent Radiographer Lynn.butson@porthosp.nhs.uk
About us
Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.
Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
To conduct diagnostic radiography examinations across a range of general radiography, upon a range of patient types both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi professional team, in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal standards and requirements.
To independently assess each patient and adapt radiographic techniques according to the needs of the patient.
To use professional discretion and experience to ensure that clinical practice is carried out correctly, professionally and within the legal framework.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
To conduct diagnostic radiography examinations across a range of general radiography, upon a range of patient types both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi professional team, in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal standards and requirements.
To independently assess each patient and adapt radiographic techniques according to the needs of the patient.
To use professional discretion and experience to ensure that clinical practice is carried out correctly, professionally and within the legal framework.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree of Diploma in Diagnostic Radiology
- Hold a current state registration certificate
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of current Ionising Radiation Regulations
- Evidence or plans for CPD
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree of Diploma in Diagnostic Radiology
- Hold a current state registration certificate
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of current Ionising Radiation Regulations
- Evidence or plans for CPD
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
