Job summary
The Great Western Hospital are currently looking to expand their Radiology department to support the recovery and current demand within diagnostics. The Radiology department has recently undergone a £5.5 million equipment replacement programme including replacement of X-Ray rooms, CT, Interventional and Mobile X-Ray equipment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for all Radiographers and any newly qualified or graduates due to qualify in 2024 to work with state-of-the-art equipment which will include a 5% recruitment and retention premium. We welcome all applications for anyone looking to kickstart their Radiographer career.
Main duties of the job
The Radiology Department undertakes approximately 251,300 examinations a year ranging over a variety of modalities. The successful applicant will be a keen team player who has image quality and patient care high on their agenda with a flexible approach to working hours. The department supports the development of your clinical skills and education, we encourage staff CPD.
The Great Western Hospital conducts diagnostic radiological examinations across a range of clinical specialties, adapting techniques to accommodate a range of patient types; both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multidisciplinary team, in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal requirements.
The is a very exciting to join the Radiology team if you would like to find out more please get in touch with Carol Argar on 01793 605082.
About us
Our STAR values are at the heart of everything we do. You can expect to see them in the way we act and the way we treat each other. Our values make us who we are.
Service - We will put our patients first
Teamwork - We will work together
Ambition - We will aspire to provide the best service
Respect - We will act with integrity
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To independently assess and justify referrals under IR(ME)R 2017 following practitioner guidelines where appropriate.
- To interpret Clinicians requirements, to determine the appropriate radiographic imaging technique and ensure that it is performed in accordance with best practice and that the resultant images are diagnostic.
- To work out of hours to support the Radiology services offered at Great Western Hospitals; including night shifts.
- To undertake CT scans in the absence of a Radiologist according to agreed protocols.
- To use the departmental radiology information computer system (CRIS) as required and be conversant with the picture archive communication system (PACS)
Please see the attached job description for full information
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To independently assess and justify referrals under IR(ME)R 2017 following practitioner guidelines where appropriate.
- To interpret Clinicians requirements, to determine the appropriate radiographic imaging technique and ensure that it is performed in accordance with best practice and that the resultant images are diagnostic.
- To work out of hours to support the Radiology services offered at Great Western Hospitals; including night shifts.
- To undertake CT scans in the absence of a Radiologist according to agreed protocols.
- To use the departmental radiology information computer system (CRIS) as required and be conversant with the picture archive communication system (PACS)
Please see the attached job description for full information
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Registered with the Health Care Professions Council
- General Radiographic training
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD
- Intravenous cannulation
Experience
Essential
- General experience in Radiography
- Worked within NHS setting
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Excellent patient care
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team or single-handedly
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Registered with the Health Care Professions Council
- General Radiographic training
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD
- Intravenous cannulation
Experience
Essential
- General experience in Radiography
- Worked within NHS setting
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Excellent patient care
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team or single-handedly
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).
