Job summary
We are looking for individuals wishing to become a Radiographer and join our friendly and inclusive Imaging team in the relevant areas:
2 x Apprentice Radiographer for Diagnostic Imaging
Apprentices and newly qualified staff are supported throughout their training by our professional development team and radiographic assessors and mentors.
Our Trust supports a culture of continual learning and are committed to your career advancement, we have also launched our Accelerated Development Programme for Band 5-6 progression which is competency based.
We are a busy multi-skilled department, based at Russell's Hall Acute Hospital, with sites at Corbett and Guest outpatient departments. Upon qualification, you will be expected to take part in any shift systems 7days a week, Bank Holiday and on-call service as required, supervising and assisting out of hours staff.
Main duties of the job
You will train within your designated speciality offering a variety of patients from inpatients, outpatients and GPs, adult and paediatric.
You will have academic blocks at the University supporting the programme (to be confirmed) throughout the 3 year course. You will work four clinical days/week and have one study day per week.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
We are committed to becoming a diverse and an inclusive employer and where people feel sense of belonging. Seeking to expand diversity within our teams, we positively encourage applications from under-represented groups such asethnically diverse,disabled and LGBTQ+ groups. We are also under-represented in-terms of gender within nursing roles and we would welcome applications from people from male and non-binary backgrounds.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD department. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values, plus much more. For those in a Management/Leadership role, there are additional programmes to support you to develop the skills you need. These include our Managers Essentials Programme and a Leadership Programme that all managers will attend as part of your Dudley Managers Induction. Our Learning Prospectus is a great way to discover the details behind what's available for you here at The Dudley Group.
We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A Level, Grade BBC, B in a science subject
- IB Grade 28 in Science HL5
- GCSE Grade c or 4** in Maths and English
- Access to Higher Education Diploma to Health Science or Science to include: 25 Level 3 credits at Distinction Grade and 20 Level 3 credits at Merits Grade, including at least 12 Level 3 credits at Merit Grade in a relevant Science subject
- 60 credits at 60 % or above in a relevant foundation degree
Experience
Essential
- Recent relevant experience of working in a diagnostic imaging department.
Knowledge
Essential
- IT skills
- Ability to self-direct study
Communication
Essential
- Demonstrates effective communication skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Analytical and Judgement
Essential
- Ability to motivate /organise themselves and others
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work
- Honest and trustworthy
- Demonstrates attention to detail
- Demonstrates respect for patient dignity
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Able to cope with distressing or emotional circumstances
Planning and Organisational Skills
Essential
- Ability to cope with change
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the role and duties of an Apprentice Radiographer
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
Essential
- Able toprovidesafe,caring,and effectiveservices
- Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
- Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong, and their contribution is valued
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A Level, Grade BBC, B in a science subject
- IB Grade 28 in Science HL5
- GCSE Grade c or 4** in Maths and English
- Access to Higher Education Diploma to Health Science or Science to include: 25 Level 3 credits at Distinction Grade and 20 Level 3 credits at Merits Grade, including at least 12 Level 3 credits at Merit Grade in a relevant Science subject
- 60 credits at 60 % or above in a relevant foundation degree
Experience
Essential
- Recent relevant experience of working in a diagnostic imaging department.
Knowledge
Essential
- IT skills
- Ability to self-direct study
Communication
Essential
- Demonstrates effective communication skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Analytical and Judgement
Essential
- Ability to motivate /organise themselves and others
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work
- Honest and trustworthy
- Demonstrates attention to detail
- Demonstrates respect for patient dignity
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Able to cope with distressing or emotional circumstances
Planning and Organisational Skills
Essential
- Ability to cope with change
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the role and duties of an Apprentice Radiographer
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
Essential
- Able toprovidesafe,caring,and effectiveservices
- Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
- Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong, and their contribution is valued
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).
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).
