West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Band 5 - Radiographer, Radiology

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Job summary

We are looking to recruit a band 5 Radiographer in West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals Trust.

This opportunity allows rotation through different modalities and work on three different sites.

We are lucky enough to be fully equipped with 4 CT scanners, 3 MRI scanners, 10 DR mobiles, 10 DR general rooms & DEXA.

Outside of work you'll also benefit from being on good transport links with London (underground), being a short walk into Watford shopping centre and our department socials.

Watford Football club are also our friendly neighbours who have been very supportive to us throughout the pandemic.

Watch this video for a view from one of our valued members of staff: https://youtu.be/JrEI0veG7r8

Main duties of the job

The duties and responsibilities of the post holder include:

Being an effective member of the Radiology team, providing a high standard of imaging services to Radiologists and patients.
Rotation across different imaging modalities including DEXA.
Mentoring junior staff and students.
Completing and record keeping of QA testing.
Following IRMER17 regulations whilst undertaking radiology examinations to a high standard.
Established preceptorship pathways

Candidates must be strong communicators who share our trust values.

This post is ideal for existing band 5 Radiographers and/or third year students looking to broaden their radiographic experience and be part of an established, successful and popular department.

About us

There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are due for completion by 2025 or soon after. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.

The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.

We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Date posted

09 December 2022

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,408 to £34,581 a year pa inc HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

360-C-2187-RA2

Job locations

Cross Sites

WD18 0HB

Job description

Job responsibilities

To behave always in a professional manner, be smart in appearance and uphold the reputation of the department at all times.
To ensure that the IR(ME) Regulations 2000 are understood and observed by the post holder and anyone they are responsible for, including other staff, patients and members of the public and to be aware of any updating of these regulations.
To be responsible at all times for the patients welfare and comfort.
To assist in the setting-up and maintenance of quality assurance programmes and to participate in audit projects as directed.
To assist, where required, in the training of staff in the use of equipment in the X-ray Department.
To keep up-to-date with professional developments in Radiology and to attend seminars and courses where required.
To assist in the supervision of junior staff and students and to provide help and advice if required.
Maintain an up to date record of CPD activities in line with the requirements of the HCPC

Job description

Job responsibilities

To behave always in a professional manner, be smart in appearance and uphold the reputation of the department at all times.
To ensure that the IR(ME) Regulations 2000 are understood and observed by the post holder and anyone they are responsible for, including other staff, patients and members of the public and to be aware of any updating of these regulations.
To be responsible at all times for the patients welfare and comfort.
To assist in the setting-up and maintenance of quality assurance programmes and to participate in audit projects as directed.
To assist, where required, in the training of staff in the use of equipment in the X-ray Department.
To keep up-to-date with professional developments in Radiology and to attend seminars and courses where required.
To assist in the supervision of junior staff and students and to provide help and advice if required.
Maintain an up to date record of CPD activities in line with the requirements of the HCPC

Person Specification

Your application will be scored against the Job Descripton

Essential

Score 0 = does not meet the person specification, 1 = reserved meets some person specification requirements, 2 = Meets all person specification requirements.

Person Specification

Your application will be scored against the Job Descripton

Essential

Score 0 = does not meet the person specification, 1 = reserved meets some person specification requirements, 2 = Meets all person specification requirements.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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Additional information

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Cross Sites

WD18 0HB

Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Cross Sites

WD18 0HB

Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)