Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Apprentice Radiographer. We are looking for forward thinking and
enthusiastic Apprentice Radiographer who want to join our
existing team of dedicated Radiographers and Assistant Practitioner
Radiographers.
Successful candidates will be expected to complete; work-based, online,
self-directed learning as outlined in the university prospectus. This is initially a fixed term contract for the duration of the
apprenticeship with milestones set. All course fees will be paid for by the Trust. The apprentice will
achieve a Degree in BSc (hons) Diagnostic Radiography Apprenticeship Degree.
Applicants
must be eligible and willing to undertake a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship and
hold Certificates or
Diplomas of Higher Education (Cert HE; Dip HE), Foundation Degrees (FD) or
equivalent and Level 3 qualifications or equivalent to meet HEI entry
requirements.
There
is an eligibility criteria for government funded apprenticeships which requires
the applicant to be aged 16+, be a resident in the UK/EU for the last three
years. Applicants cannot have achieved a qualification at level 6 or
above in the same
pathway as this will exempt them from being able to
undertake the apprenticeship.
Candidates applying must have the required
qualifications as documented in the personal specification. Furthermore, an
expectation from the prospect degree apprentice of enthusiasm, commitment and
pro-activeness is essential.
Main duties of the job
To work as a member of the
radiography team responsible for producing high quality images within the
radiology service.
The post holder will be working
towards this job description whilst undertaking a training scheme over 36
months, under supervision, to achieve a BSc (hons) Diagnostic Radiography
Apprenticeship Degree.
Apprentices will be workplace based for four days (30 hours)
per week and 1 day (7.5 hours) will be protected study time either locally or
at the associated Higher Education Institution (HEI). Attendance of training at
the associated HEI is considered to be essential and annual leave must be
arranged outside these sessions.
The post holder will fulfil all
tasks and work as part of a team responsible for providing an efficient imaging
service in the Diagnostic Imaging Department. To meet the needs of the service,
the post holder may be required to work in other areas and hospitals as
appropriate, as directed by the line manager. It may be necessary to attend
other Imaging Departments to gain sufficient experience in some modalities.
About us
We provide care and support to over half a million people in Wakefield
and Kirklees in their homes, in community settings and across our three
hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (in Wakefield).
Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of innovation
and research and we invest in teaching and the development of our workforce.
We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful and
maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid
Yorkshire the best place to work and the best place to receive care.
We have a clear vision, and you could be part of this! If you share our
values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our patients and their
families and carers, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
-
Be able to plan and successfully
undertake the academic components of the Diagnostic Radiographer Apprenticeship
course whilst continuing to achieve clinical competencies.
-
To plan and undertake continued studies
both in the workplace and at home.
-
To work as part of a team responsible for
providing an efficient imaging service at Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
-
Attend mandatory block weeks for the Diagnostic
Radiographer Apprenticeship programme at the University of Sheffield.
-
Make a commitment to study both within working
hours and at home during the duration of the apprenticeship course.
-
Attend virtual tutorials and webinars and
complete all e-learning as instructed by the University of Sheffield
-
Attend tutorials, teaching and CPD events
arranged by the Diagnostic Imaging Department as instructed by the Advanced
Practitioner
-
To perform a range of radiographic imaging
procedures, as detailed within the apprenticeship programme, within the Radiology
department under the supervision of a qualified radiographer at all times.
-
To ensure that the Ionising Radiation
Regulations 2017, IRMER 2017 and associated codes of practice and guidance
notes together with the Health and Safety at Work Act are understood and
adhered to in respect of staff, patients and members of the public.
-
Works within the boundaries of existing
competence, adhering to the MYHT Radiation Safety Policy and national and local
standard operating procedures/protocols.
-
To immediately report any fault errors following
departmental processes and highlight to the supervising radiographer.
-
To communicate effectively with patients and
carers of varying abilities and understanding; explaining procedures in order
to gain co-operation.
-
To re-assure and encourage patients and carers.
-
To liaise with multidisciplinary teams regarding
examination needs and results.
-
To build and maintain good relationships within
the team and other departments and disciplines; working together to develop
service improvements.
-
To ensure the safe use of x-ray and associated
equipment.
-
To report equipment malfunctions to senior staff
and to help maintain comprehensive and accurate records of faults; ensuring
that staff are kept up to date as to the working status of equipment.
-
To input, store and provide patient information
on the directorate Radiology Information System maintaining the integrity and
quality of the data consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.
-
Prioritise own tasks under the
appropriate delegation of the registered practitioner.
-
To actively participate in departmental
meetings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
-
Be able to plan and successfully
undertake the academic components of the Diagnostic Radiographer Apprenticeship
course whilst continuing to achieve clinical competencies.
-
To plan and undertake continued studies
both in the workplace and at home.
-
To work as part of a team responsible for
providing an efficient imaging service at Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust
-
Attend mandatory block weeks for the Diagnostic
Radiographer Apprenticeship programme at the University of Sheffield.
-
Make a commitment to study both within working
hours and at home during the duration of the apprenticeship course.
-
Attend virtual tutorials and webinars and
complete all e-learning as instructed by the University of Sheffield
-
Attend tutorials, teaching and CPD events
arranged by the Diagnostic Imaging Department as instructed by the Advanced
Practitioner
-
To perform a range of radiographic imaging
procedures, as detailed within the apprenticeship programme, within the Radiology
department under the supervision of a qualified radiographer at all times.
-
To ensure that the Ionising Radiation
Regulations 2017, IRMER 2017 and associated codes of practice and guidance
notes together with the Health and Safety at Work Act are understood and
adhered to in respect of staff, patients and members of the public.
-
Works within the boundaries of existing
competence, adhering to the MYHT Radiation Safety Policy and national and local
standard operating procedures/protocols.
-
To immediately report any fault errors following
departmental processes and highlight to the supervising radiographer.
-
To communicate effectively with patients and
carers of varying abilities and understanding; explaining procedures in order
to gain co-operation.
-
To re-assure and encourage patients and carers.
-
To liaise with multidisciplinary teams regarding
examination needs and results.
-
To build and maintain good relationships within
the team and other departments and disciplines; working together to develop
service improvements.
-
To ensure the safe use of x-ray and associated
equipment.
-
To report equipment malfunctions to senior staff
and to help maintain comprehensive and accurate records of faults; ensuring
that staff are kept up to date as to the working status of equipment.
-
To input, store and provide patient information
on the directorate Radiology Information System maintaining the integrity and
quality of the data consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.
-
Prioritise own tasks under the
appropriate delegation of the registered practitioner.
-
To actively participate in departmental
meetings.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 qualifications or equivalent to meet HEI entry requirements University of Exeter requirements:
- BBC 112 UCAS points
- DMM BTEC in a science/healthcare subject)
- 12 level 3 credits at Merit or above in an access to science/healthcare
- 60 credits at 60% or above in a relevant foundation degree
- GCSE English and Maths (C or above) or equivalent
- Certificates or Diplomas of Higher Education (Cert HE; Dip HE), Foundation Degrees (FD)or equivalent
- Dedication to work towards BSc in Diagnostic Radiography
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning
- Knowledge / understanding of promoting patients independence
- Experience of undertaking some specialised radiography under supervision
Desirable
- Experience of working without direct supervision when required
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Knowledge of radiation safety regulations and relevant protocols
- Awareness of own limitations.
Desirable
- Evidence of keeping informed of current techniques and practices
- Knowledge of relevant national standards, e.g. IR(ME)R 2017, IRR17 and associated codes of practice
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to receive and communicate information verbally and in writing
- Good organisational skills
- Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change
- Willingness/commitment to undertake training
Desirable
- Basic computer literacy
- Familiarity with computer use for Radiology Information Systems
- Familiarity with PACS
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good team membership skills
- Ability to act diplomatically in sensitive situations involving patients or staff
- Punctuality
- Evidence of commitment and motivation
- Respected member of an existing team
- Ability to work closely with student radiographers.
- Professional in appearance and conduct
Desirable
- Adaptable to a changing environment.
Other
Essential
- Ability to satisfy Occupational Health screening
- Ability to work out of hours
- Flexible according to the demands of the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 qualifications or equivalent to meet HEI entry requirements University of Exeter requirements:
- BBC 112 UCAS points
- DMM BTEC in a science/healthcare subject)
- 12 level 3 credits at Merit or above in an access to science/healthcare
- 60 credits at 60% or above in a relevant foundation degree
- GCSE English and Maths (C or above) or equivalent
- Certificates or Diplomas of Higher Education (Cert HE; Dip HE), Foundation Degrees (FD)or equivalent
- Dedication to work towards BSc in Diagnostic Radiography
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning
- Knowledge / understanding of promoting patients independence
- Experience of undertaking some specialised radiography under supervision
Desirable
- Experience of working without direct supervision when required
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Knowledge of radiation safety regulations and relevant protocols
- Awareness of own limitations.
Desirable
- Evidence of keeping informed of current techniques and practices
- Knowledge of relevant national standards, e.g. IR(ME)R 2017, IRR17 and associated codes of practice
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to receive and communicate information verbally and in writing
- Good organisational skills
- Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change
- Willingness/commitment to undertake training
Desirable
- Basic computer literacy
- Familiarity with computer use for Radiology Information Systems
- Familiarity with PACS
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good team membership skills
- Ability to act diplomatically in sensitive situations involving patients or staff
- Punctuality
- Evidence of commitment and motivation
- Respected member of an existing team
- Ability to work closely with student radiographers.
- Professional in appearance and conduct
Desirable
- Adaptable to a changing environment.
Other
Essential
- Ability to satisfy Occupational Health screening
- Ability to work out of hours
- Flexible according to the demands of the service
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).
Additional information
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).
