Job summary
The department is busy, friendly and supportive and we perform a wide range of x-ray procedures including plain film, fluoroscopy, MRI, CT, theatres, mammography and ultrasound.
Main duties of the job
To carry out a range of radiographic examinations within and outside of the department to the standards required in a manner which maintains the care and safety of patients and the safety of others. To work in areas of specialised imaging and carry out examinations under the supervision of a Senior or Supt. Radiographer.
About us
Radiology services for Swansea Bay University Health Board are provided on the three main sites: Morriston, Singleton and Neath Port Talbot Hospitals.
Each department is busy, friendly and supportive and we perform a wide range of x-ray procedures including plain film, fluoroscopy, MRI, CT, theatres, mammography, cardiac, DSA, nuclear medicine and ultrasound.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Swansea Bay University Health Board, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do. The teams are committed to providing training and development for all staff, with radiographers undertaking a wide range of advanced practice. It also provides clinical training for BSc Radiography students from the University of Wales, Cardiff.
Each of the 3 hospitals arelocated on the outskirts of Swansea, close to the Gower coast with its beautiful unspoilt beaches and coastal scenery, and also to outstanding countryside such as the mountainous Brecon Beacons National Park. Swansea itself is a busy thriving city with a large marina, University, and a rich cultural heritage.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC
- Diploma of college of Radiographers or BSc in Radiography
Experience
Essential
- Pre-qualification training
- Some post qualification experience of radiography
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Able to communicate learned skills to junior staff
- Knowledge of radiation regulations
- IT competent - working knowledge of PACS, RIS, CR and/or DR
Desirable
- Able to work on own initiative and unsupervised
- Able to deal with patients presenting with a range of conditions
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC
- Diploma of college of Radiographers or BSc in Radiography
Experience
Essential
- Pre-qualification training
- Some post qualification experience of radiography
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Able to communicate learned skills to junior staff
- Knowledge of radiation regulations
- IT competent - working knowledge of PACS, RIS, CR and/or DR
Desirable
- Able to work on own initiative and unsupervised
- Able to deal with patients presenting with a range of conditions
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).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
