Job summary
The Radiology Department seeks enthusiastic radiographers,
qualified or soon to qualify, who are keen to develop their careers within a
supportive environment. We offer a 6 month preceptorship scheme for newly
qualified radiographers.
The Radiology service at CDDFT provides a wide range of
modalities and opportunities to develop your clinical skills and knowledge. We
offer the opportunity to become proficient in Fluoroscopy and Cath Labs as well
as rotation through CT and MRI.
We have heavily invested in Radiology equipment across the
trust with the latest install of MRI, CT and DR rooms.
We offer a fast paced primary imaging service to a busy
Emergency Department as well as to local GPs, wards and out-patients. We
perform a high number of imaging examinations in our innovative new theatres,
including trauma, elective surgery and urology as well as interventional work
in fluoroscopy and CT.
You will take part in a shift rota covering this service
delivering care to our local population 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be an integral part of the Radiology
team, working closely with the Senior Radiographers, Radiographers, Radiology
students and other associated Radiology staff.
The staff
member may be responsible for the continuing development of other Radiology
personnel & or student Radiographers.
To adhere
to good practices of Radiographic technique and abide by the acknowledged safe
practices of radiation protection standards.
To provide high quality radiographic images
that may assist in patient diagnosis & or management of care.
About us
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You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
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Job description
Job responsibilities
To carry out clinical duties to a high professional standard
and maintain high standards of imaging and patient care at all times.
To adhere
to good practices of Radiation protection standards (IRMER).
Actively
promote a service that is responsive to the patients needs.
Promote
teamwork to provide a high quality service.
Take part
in general, mobile, fluoroscopy, dental, ward & theatre radiography.
To
ascertain the validity of requests and prioritise workload in own area.
To be
competent in the use of CRIS /PACS
To report
equipment malfunctions to a more Senior radiographer
To assist
junior staff /student radiographers in training to a level of competency where
they are able to carry out most work procedures single handed.
Maintain
awareness of current trends & developments in all aspects of general
radiography & actively participate in a CPD programme.
Ensure
that all incidents and complaints are recorded and dealt (reported to a more
senior Radiographer) within accordance of Trust policy.
To
participate in the Clinical governance activities within the Radiology
Directorate.
Undertake
night and extended working day duties
Optional
participation in the Red dot scheme highlighting abnormalities to the AE
department.
To rotate
through the CT department if required.
To
carry out any other duties that may be assigned by a more senior Radiographer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To carry out clinical duties to a high professional standard
and maintain high standards of imaging and patient care at all times.
To adhere
to good practices of Radiation protection standards (IRMER).
Actively
promote a service that is responsive to the patients needs.
Promote
teamwork to provide a high quality service.
Take part
in general, mobile, fluoroscopy, dental, ward & theatre radiography.
To
ascertain the validity of requests and prioritise workload in own area.
To be
competent in the use of CRIS /PACS
To report
equipment malfunctions to a more Senior radiographer
To assist
junior staff /student radiographers in training to a level of competency where
they are able to carry out most work procedures single handed.
Maintain
awareness of current trends & developments in all aspects of general
radiography & actively participate in a CPD programme.
Ensure
that all incidents and complaints are recorded and dealt (reported to a more
senior Radiographer) within accordance of Trust policy.
To
participate in the Clinical governance activities within the Radiology
Directorate.
Undertake
night and extended working day duties
Optional
participation in the Red dot scheme highlighting abnormalities to the AE
department.
To rotate
through the CT department if required.
To
carry out any other duties that may be assigned by a more senior Radiographer.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive training with good level of competence in basic radiographic technique
Desirable
- Awareness and involvement with clinical governance activities
Statutory Registration
Essential
- HCPC registration or awaiting registration
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR or BSc Radiography
- Awaiting qualification
- Commitment to CPD
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Professional appearance and manner
- Able to undertake radiographic duties
- Ability to operate within a scheme of work using evidence based practice
Desirable
- Excellent organisational skills
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
- Adaptable
- Flexible
- Motivated
- Team Player
Desirable
- Experience of a QA system
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive training with good level of competence in basic radiographic technique
Desirable
- Awareness and involvement with clinical governance activities
Statutory Registration
Essential
- HCPC registration or awaiting registration
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR or BSc Radiography
- Awaiting qualification
- Commitment to CPD
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Professional appearance and manner
- Able to undertake radiographic duties
- Ability to operate within a scheme of work using evidence based practice
Desirable
- Excellent organisational skills
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
- Adaptable
- Flexible
- Motivated
- Team Player
Desirable
- Experience of a QA system
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
