General Radiographer

Job summary

• To be responsible for carrying out radiographic examinations and producing high quality images in a professional and caring manner.
• To take part in departmental rotas as required.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

o To ensure a high level of patient care and maintenance of professional standards.o To be experienced at performing radiographic examinations.o To provide a high quality and efficient radiographic service.o To have and maintain an in-depth knowledge of the current radiographic techniques and equipment.o To ensure the equipment is well cared for and report any breakdowns, faults or problems.o To communicate directly to all grades of medical, nursing, other allied health professionals and managerial staff as appropriate.Managerialo To ensure the imaging equipment is used appropriately and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.o To ensure that all incidents, near incidents, accidents and other undue occurrences are reported.o Manual handling of patients and equipment may be necessary.o To know the work policies, procedures and practices of the radiology directorate.o To take part in the out of hours service as required.Educationalo To help to create and maintain a proactive learning environment for all staff.o To continue professional development in line with the service strategy and to be proactive in own personal development.

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.

Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.