Job summary
RCHT is currently looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Radiographer keen to develop their clinical and professional skills at West Cornwall Hospital Penzance.
This is a full time post 37.5hrs per week and currently provides an 0800-23:00 service .
This site currently supports the Minor Injury Unit 7 days per week as well as outpatient clinics and GP activity.
The RCHT imaging department provides clinical placements for student Radiographers & Radiographer apprentices from Exeter & Plymouth Universities and is a training site for Radiologists. We also have Assistant Practitioners, Advanced Practitioners (including Reporting Radiographers), and Consultant Radiographers in post and are committed to developing the knowledge and skills of our radiographic workforce.
You will be a valuable member of the team in the provision of a quality led and timely Imaging service. We actively support and encourage Radiographers in their career development and are committed to providing increased opportunities to widen specialist skills, extend roles and deliver advanced practice.
There is an active CPD and audit calendar within the department with involvement from all staff groups.
The diagnostic Imaging department continues to maintain accreditation through the Quality Standards for Imaging (QSI) and has been inspected and rated by the Care Quality Commission as 'Outstanding', - the highest possible rating.
Main duties of the job
Perform a wide range of clinical imaging examinations, based at West Cornwall Hospital Penzance.
To work as part of a team providing a 7 day radiographic service.
The Practitioner will comply with the Ionising Radiation Regulation (IRR 17), Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) regulation (IR(ME)R 2017) and the Trust Radiation Safety Policy.
Justify radiology referrals (within scope of practice) using referral criteria which falls within the Royal College of Radiologists Guidelines and the Clinical Imaging Protocol Manual.
To work with the Radiography Team to continually improve the Clinical Imaging Service.
To work closely with colleagues within a multidisciplinary team
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About us
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with
visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.
We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.
The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.
Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR(R) OR BSc Hons (Radiography) in Diagnostic Imaging
- HCPC Registration
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in the NHS & Imaging Department
- Right to work in UK
PRACTICAL & INTELLECTUAL SKILLS (INCLUDING ANY SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE)
Essential
- Experience in using PACS and RIS Ability to work autonomously or part of a team.
- Ability to prioritise own workload and work under pressure.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good IT skills necessary to use specialist imaging equipment
Desirable
- To hold a valid Full UK drivers' licence (within 6 months of employment)
- Access to car/motor vehicle/Business insurance required.
DISPOSITION/ ADJUSTMENT/ ATTITUDE
Essential
- Pleasant, cheerful team player Motivated
- Accurate written and verbal communication skills
- Effective listening skills
- Ability to communicate clinical information clinical information to patients and colleagues.
- Caring and professional attitude
- Flexibility and ability to take part in shifts including out of hours, weekends, and bank holidays.
- Innovative thinker Confident
Training
Essential
- Commitment to attend in-house training and CPD learning. Willingness to further current knowledge Mandatory training
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR(R) OR BSc Hons (Radiography) in Diagnostic Imaging
- HCPC Registration
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in the NHS & Imaging Department
- Right to work in UK
PRACTICAL & INTELLECTUAL SKILLS (INCLUDING ANY SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE)
Essential
- Experience in using PACS and RIS Ability to work autonomously or part of a team.
- Ability to prioritise own workload and work under pressure.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good IT skills necessary to use specialist imaging equipment
Desirable
- To hold a valid Full UK drivers' licence (within 6 months of employment)
- Access to car/motor vehicle/Business insurance required.
DISPOSITION/ ADJUSTMENT/ ATTITUDE
Essential
- Pleasant, cheerful team player Motivated
- Accurate written and verbal communication skills
- Effective listening skills
- Ability to communicate clinical information clinical information to patients and colleagues.
- Caring and professional attitude
- Flexibility and ability to take part in shifts including out of hours, weekends, and bank holidays.
- Innovative thinker Confident
Training
Essential
- Commitment to attend in-house training and CPD learning. Willingness to further current knowledge Mandatory training
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).
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