Job summary
2 x Full Time Permanent Contract
1 x Full Time Fixed Term Contract (August 2026)
We arecurrently looking to expand our 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 plain film rooms, CT, Interventional and Mobile equipment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for established Radiographers with NHS experience looking to increase their knowledge and work with state-of-the-art equipment.
We are currently offering a 5% recruitment and retention premia.
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 specialities, 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.
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
- To independently assess and justify referrals under IR(ME)R 2000 following practitioner guidelines where appropriate.
- Able 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 use discretion to work outside of departmental standards when clinical circumstances necessitate i.e. undertaking additional or specialist techniques.
- To work out of hours to support the Radiology services offered at Great Western Hospital; nights shifts may on occasion need to be covered.
- To undertake CT scans in the absence of a Radiologist according to agreed protocols.
- To undertake plain film radiography.
- To be able to use the departmental radiology information computer system (CRIS) as required and be conversant with the picture archive communication system (PACS).
- To undertake Quality Control procedures, including Quality Assurance testing for image quality and equipment safety, and to help with clinical audits.
Please read attached job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To independently assess and justify referrals under IR(ME)R 2000 following practitioner guidelines where appropriate.
- Able 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 use discretion to work outside of departmental standards when clinical circumstances necessitate i.e. undertaking additional or specialist techniques.
- To work out of hours to support the Radiology services offered at Great Western Hospital; nights shifts may on occasion need to be covered.
- To undertake CT scans in the absence of a Radiologist according to agreed protocols.
- To undertake plain film radiography.
- To be able to use the departmental radiology information computer system (CRIS) as required and be conversant with the picture archive communication system (PACS).
- To undertake Quality Control procedures, including Quality Assurance testing for image quality and equipment safety, and to help with clinical audits.
Please read attached job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Registered with the Health Care Professions Council
- General Radiographic training
- CT competent to work solo
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD
- Intravenous cannulation
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in Radiography
- Cardiac CT experience
- Colon CT experience
Desirable
- Extensive Experience
- Post graduate qualification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team or single-handedly
- Excellent patient care
- Good communication skills
- Good IT skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Registered with the Health Care Professions Council
- General Radiographic training
- CT competent to work solo
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD
- Intravenous cannulation
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in Radiography
- Cardiac CT experience
- Colon CT experience
Desirable
- Extensive Experience
- Post graduate qualification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team or single-handedly
- Excellent patient care
- Good communication skills
- Good IT skills
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).
