Band 5 Dental Radiographer

Job summary

We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic radiographer, to join our friendly team in the Dental X-ray Departments at King's College Hospital (KCH) and Queen Mary's Hospital (QMS), Sidcup. This is an ideal opportunity for a HCPC registered Radiographer, wishing to increase their radiographic experience and expertise in Dental Imaging. You will gain experience in intra-oral and extra- oral radiographic procedures and be expected to work collaboratively, within multi-disciplinary teams.

Initially, the post holder will be on a 6 month probationary contract, during which time they will need to exhibit their enthusiasm for learning. Objectives will have to be met, to ascertain the suitability of the post holder for a substantive permanent contract.

Main duties of the job

This role will involve rotation between various dental satellite units, working Monday -Friday, 37.5 hours a week, within both KCH and QMS Hospitals. The workload is varied and flexible, thus staff are also expected to reflect this in their attitude and approach to work. You will be expected to:

1. Help with organising the day-to-day workload within the Dental Radiology department.
2. Perform and maintain high standards of clinical work.
3. Maintain a high standard of patient care and ensure that all precautions are taken, to prevent the occurrence of accidents to patients, visitors and other members of staff.
4. Actively assist in any Quality Assurance, Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Audit Programmes as required.
5. Utilize imaging protocols correctly as defined in the Dental X-ray Department.
6. Use the dental x-ray equipment and accessories correctly and keep them clean.
7. Report any faults or unsafe conditions in any item of equipment, to the Clinical Specialist/Deputy Superintendent.
8. Instruct staff and students in the safe and effective use of all equipment and techniques.
9. Assist in the orientation and development of new staff to the department
10. Maintain effective liaison with all staff within KCH and QMS.
11. Keep up to date and be actively involved in Continuing Professional Development and be fully conversant with the latest radiographic techniques.

About us

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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