Job summary
Band 6 Senior Radiographer
We are looking to recruit a Band 6 Senior Radiographer to join our friendly team here at the Great Western Hospital.
The Great Western Hospital are currently looking to expand their Radiology department to support the recovery and current demand within diagnostics. The Radiology department hosts digital plain film rooms, multiple CT scanners , Interventional and Mobile equipment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for established Radiographers with NHS experience looking to increase their knowledge and work with state-of-the-art equipment which currently includes a 5% recruitment and retention premium.
Main duties of the job
The Radiology Department undertakes approximately 251,300 examinations a year ranging over a variety of modalities. The successful applicant will be a keen team player who has image quality and patient care high on their agenda with a flexible approach to working hours. The department supports the development of your clinical skills and education, we encourage staff CPD.
The Great Western Hospital conducts diagnostic radiological examinations across a range of clinical specialities, adapting techniques to accommodate a range of patient types; both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multidisciplinary team, in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal requirements.
The is a very exciting to join the Radiology team if you would like to find out more please get in touch with Carol Argar on 01793 605052.
About us
"Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives."
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To independently assess and justify referrals under IR(ME)R 2000 following practitionerguidelines where appropriate.
2. Able to interpret Clinicians requirements, to determine the appropriate radiographic imaging technique and ensure that it is performed in accordance with best practice and that the resultant images are diagnostic.
3. To use discretion to work outside of departmental standards when clinical circumstances necessitate i.e. undertaking additional or specialist techniques.
4. To work out of hours to support the Radiology services offered at Great Western Hospital; nights shifts may on occasion need to be covered.
5. To undertake CT/MRI/Plain Film in the absence of a Radiologist according to agreed protocols.
6. To be able to use the departmental radiology information computer system (CRIS) as required and be conversant with the picture archive communication system (PACS).
7. To undertake Quality Control procedures, including Quality Assurance testing for image quality and equipment safety, and to help with clinical audits.
8. To undertake and participate in clinical audit and research and to act on the findings where possible and provide statistical information on the work load when necessary.
Please see the attached job description for full information
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To independently assess and justify referrals under IR(ME)R 2000 following practitionerguidelines where appropriate.
2. Able to interpret Clinicians requirements, to determine the appropriate radiographic imaging technique and ensure that it is performed in accordance with best practice and that the resultant images are diagnostic.
3. To use discretion to work outside of departmental standards when clinical circumstances necessitate i.e. undertaking additional or specialist techniques.
4. To work out of hours to support the Radiology services offered at Great Western Hospital; nights shifts may on occasion need to be covered.
5. To undertake CT/MRI/Plain Film in the absence of a Radiologist according to agreed protocols.
6. To be able to use the departmental radiology information computer system (CRIS) as required and be conversant with the picture archive communication system (PACS).
7. To undertake Quality Control procedures, including Quality Assurance testing for image quality and equipment safety, and to help with clinical audits.
8. To undertake and participate in clinical audit and research and to act on the findings where possible and provide statistical information on the work load when necessary.
Please see the attached job description for full information
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Registered with the Health Care Professions Council
- General Radiographic training
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD
- Post graduate qualification
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in Radiography
- Extensive CT experience
- Experience of performing department Quality Assurance
- Worked within NHS setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Registered with the Health Care Professions Council
- General Radiographic training
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD
- Post graduate qualification
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in Radiography
- Extensive CT experience
- Experience of performing department Quality Assurance
- Worked within NHS setting
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).
