Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Band 6 Radiographers to join the Community Radiology Department on a 6 month contract. We are seeking a radiographer with sound radiographic experience, who will contribute positively and enthusiastically to the professional running and future development of the department and is keen to support the 7 day service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work in the Community Radiology Department, providing support at Abingdon Community Hospital, working with the team to deliver a high standard of care. The post holder may also be required to rotate to the other Community Hospital sites at Bicester and Witney, as required
Abingdon Radiology department offers a 7 day a week X-Ray (plain film only) service for the Minor Injuries Unit, Hospital wards and as well as walk in service for GP and outpatient referrals.
About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk
The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.
Job description
Job responsibilities
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POST:
To work as part of the imaging department team providing a comprehensive and effective diagnostic radiographic service, carrying out specific responsibilities commensurate with a senior grade.
To contribute to a working environment in which patients can obtain optimum care.
To undertake highly skilled clinical work in X-ray.To provide guidance, supervision and support and participate in the training of Trainee Assistant Practitioners, Student Radiographers and act as a mentor for newly qualified staff
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 performed professionally and within the legal framework.
Job description
Job responsibilities
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POST:
To work as part of the imaging department team providing a comprehensive and effective diagnostic radiographic service, carrying out specific responsibilities commensurate with a senior grade.
To contribute to a working environment in which patients can obtain optimum care.
To undertake highly skilled clinical work in X-ray.To provide guidance, supervision and support and participate in the training of Trainee Assistant Practitioners, Student Radiographers and act as a mentor for newly qualified staff
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 performed professionally and within the legal framework.
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- -BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent qualification in Radiography
- -State Registered Radiographer
- -Reasonable post graduate experience
- -CPD portfolio
Desirable
- -Evidence of managing workloads in a busy department.
- -Sound knowledge of the NHS
- -Evidence of relevant personal professional development in Radiography
Experience
Essential
- Minor Injury/ED experience
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- -BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent qualification in Radiography
- -State Registered Radiographer
- -Reasonable post graduate experience
- -CPD portfolio
Desirable
- -Evidence of managing workloads in a busy department.
- -Sound knowledge of the NHS
- -Evidence of relevant personal professional development in Radiography
Experience
Essential
- Minor Injury/ED experience
Desirable
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).
