Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer

Job summary

We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic, ambitious diagnostic radiographer to join our friendly and forward-thinking Radiology team. This is an ideal opportunity for an HCPC registered radiographer wishing to increase their radiographic experience and expertise in a bustling and team-focused department.

Our internal training and support have long been a draw for candidates as it has enabled numerous radiographers to develop the necessary skills for career progression and advanced practice.

If you are a radiographer with a passion for patient-centered care, we would like to hear from you.

Please be advised that candidates who previously applied do not need to apply again.

Main duties of the job

Undertake all clinical work on rotation through the department under the direction of Senior Radiographers, maintaining high clinical standards at all times

Decreasing each patient's radiation dose during examinations by the use of collimation and careful positioning

Act as Operator under IR(ME)R 2000 Radiation Regulations, assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination

Observing the department Dose Reference Levels (DRLs) and Dose Investigation Levels (DILs), reporting excess doses and radiation incidents to The Royal Free radiation physics service and via Datix

To be trained to the standard required by the department and accept advice and instruction when necessary

To seek advice from the Lead Radiographer when confronted by new or unusual situations, particularly when it may be necessary to refuse a patient's examination request

Ensuring that competency sheets are signed off in a timely fashion and competency is maintained in all signed off areas.

Demonstrate a high level of communication skills and empathy when dealing with patients and other staff members, referencing the Trust core values at all times

Please see the 'Job Description' section for a detailed list of roles and responsibilities.

About us

North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Hospital Trust (NMUH) is one of London's busiest healthcare providers, providing hospital care and community services for the 350,000 people living in Enfield, Haringey and beyond.

Our specialist services include HIV, cardiology, blood disorders, diabetes, fertility, sickle cell and thalassemia. In addition to a full range of cancer diagnosis and treatment services, the Helen Rollason Cancer Support Centre is based on-site and provides services to support cancer patients' wellbeing.

We also provide community services and have a dedicated 0-19 service for children and young people in Enfield so that they can get the best possible start in life. This includes health visitors and school nurses who are delivering the national Healthy Child Programme, which provides a structured framework for the delivery of key interventions to support the health and wellbeing of children and families from 0 to 5 and school aged children from 5-19. The 0-19 service aims to improve pathways and partnerships with services in the hospital and deliver excellent care for the children and families.

For more information, please access the following link: https://www.northmid.nhs.uk/