Job summary
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust are currently offering this exciting opportunity for a Bone Densitometry (DEXA) Scanning Technician to join our friendly team. The Bone Densitometry (DEXA) service is based at the Queen Alexandra Hospital, scanning approximately 3750 patients per year on a Hologic Horizon-A QDR Scanner. This part-time post will support our evening clinics.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a part time (15 hours) Bone Densitometry (DEXA) Scanning Technician. This role is to provide specialised technical support in Bone Densitometry, involving a broad range of highly complex specialsied technical work, both routine work and non-routine work while acting as an operator for scanning under the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017.
About us
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will need to be able to prioritise own work and manage your own time, taking into account service demands and resources as appropriate. You will have a strong ability to work lead and well as be part of a team, excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Whilst experience of DXA scanning is advantageous, training can be provided you, initially at Band 4 till qualified via ROS Operator Course.
In return for working with us you will be supported to focus on your training and development needs. The trust is rolling out a new talent management programme, and we will follow this to build your skillset if you are looking to further your NHS career. Additional benefits are generous annual leave, starting with 27 days plus bank holidays, enrolment into the NHS pension scheme, and NHS discount offers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will need to be able to prioritise own work and manage your own time, taking into account service demands and resources as appropriate. You will have a strong ability to work lead and well as be part of a team, excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Whilst experience of DXA scanning is advantageous, training can be provided you, initially at Band 4 till qualified via ROS Operator Course.
In return for working with us you will be supported to focus on your training and development needs. The trust is rolling out a new talent management programme, and we will follow this to build your skillset if you are looking to further your NHS career. Additional benefits are generous annual leave, starting with 27 days plus bank holidays, enrolment into the NHS pension scheme, and NHS discount offers.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC (CNC) or equivalent.
- Completion of course for National Training Scheme in Bone Densitometry.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working as Radiographer/Technician in Bone Densitometry.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC (CNC) or equivalent.
- Completion of course for National Training Scheme in Bone Densitometry.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working as Radiographer/Technician in Bone Densitometry.
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
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).
