Job summary
Fixed Term - 6 Months
The Great Western Hospital are currently looking to expand their Radiology department to support the recovery and current demand within diagnostics. The Radiology department hosts a suite of digital X-Ray rooms, CT, Interventional and Mobile X-Ray equipment.
You will conduct diagnostic radiological examinations across a range of clinical specialities, adapting techniquesto accommodate a range of patient types; both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi-disciplinary team, in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal requirements.
Main duties of the job
1. To independently assess and justify referrals under IR(ME)R 2000 following practitioner guidelineswhere appropriate.
2. To interpret Clinician's requirements, to determine the appropriate radiographic imaging technique andensure that it is performed in accordance with best practice and that the resultant images are diagnostic.
3. To work out of hours to support the Radiology services offered at Great Western Hospitals; occasionallyincluding night shifts.
4. To undertake CT scans in the absence of a Radiologist according to agreed protocols.
5. To use the departmental radiology information computer system (CRIS) as required and be conversantwith the picture archive communication system (PACS).
6. To undertake Quality Control procedures, including Quality Assurance testing for image quality andequipment safety.
7. To undertake and participate in clinical audit and research and to act on the findings where possibleand provide statistical information on the work load when necessary.
8. To provide a service within the community hospital's as part of a band 5 rotation.
9. To complete all imaging requests in a timely manner
About us
"Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives."
Job description
Job responsibilities
Patient Care
10. To relate to all manner of patients with understanding and care, respecting their privacy and dignity toprovide a caring and confidential service.
11. To independently assess each patient and adapt imaging technique according to the needs of thepatient.
12. To explain procedures, pre and post care, to check allergies and other contra indications, follow upprocedures, radiation issues; appointments; complaints; waiting lists.
13. To offer first line counselling to distressed patients, relatives and carers.
Please see attached JD for full responsibilities
Job description
Job responsibilities
Patient Care
10. To relate to all manner of patients with understanding and care, respecting their privacy and dignity toprovide a caring and confidential service.
11. To independently assess each patient and adapt imaging technique according to the needs of thepatient.
12. To explain procedures, pre and post care, to check allergies and other contra indications, follow upprocedures, radiation issues; appointments; complaints; waiting lists.
13. To offer first line counselling to distressed patients, relatives and carers.
Please see attached JD for full responsibilities
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).
