Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and flexible radiographer to join the Radiology team at Kettering General Hospital.We can offer you a varied and interesting daily workload working in A/E, general rooms, theatre, fluoroscopy and at our 3 satellite departments.This is an exciting time to join our team as we expand and improve our service.
Main duties of the job
- To work a rotation through the Radiology rooms, conducting examinations using a range of equipment both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi-professional team.
- To support other Radiographers, admin & clerical staff, radiology assistants and students whilst working in the Radiology departments.
- To carry out the full range of imaging /duties, to a consistently high standard.
To participate in the rosters to deliver a 24/7 service in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures.
About us
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values:
Compassion
Respect
Integrity
Courageous
Accountable
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work a rotation through the Radiology rooms, conducting examinations using a range of equipment both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi-professional team
- To support other Radiographers, admin & clerical staff, radiology assistants and students whilst working in the Radiology departments.
- To carry out the full range of imaging /duties, to a consistently high standard.
To participate in the rosters to deliver a 24/7 service in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures.
Details of the full job description and person specification are available to view when you click to apply for the vacancy and click on the about this job link and the documents will be attached at the bottom of the screen.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work a rotation through the Radiology rooms, conducting examinations using a range of equipment both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi-professional team
- To support other Radiographers, admin & clerical staff, radiology assistants and students whilst working in the Radiology departments.
- To carry out the full range of imaging /duties, to a consistently high standard.
To participate in the rosters to deliver a 24/7 service in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures.
Details of the full job description and person specification are available to view when you click to apply for the vacancy and click on the about this job link and the documents will be attached at the bottom of the screen.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiography or equivalent
- Registered with HCPC
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in all aspects of general radiography
- Dealing with Ill/Injured/anxious patients
Desirable
- Experience working in/training in an NHS hospital
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Understand the IR(ME)R 2017 and how to implement them
- Able to prioritise workload
- Good eye for detail/accuracy
- Able to work alone and as part of a team
Flexible appraoch to work
Essential
- Flexibility to cover shifts across 7days/24 hours
Desirable
- Adaptable to rota amendments due to staffing requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiography or equivalent
- Registered with HCPC
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in all aspects of general radiography
- Dealing with Ill/Injured/anxious patients
Desirable
- Experience working in/training in an NHS hospital
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Understand the IR(ME)R 2017 and how to implement them
- Able to prioritise workload
- Good eye for detail/accuracy
- Able to work alone and as part of a team
Flexible appraoch to work
Essential
- Flexibility to cover shifts across 7days/24 hours
Desirable
- Adaptable to rota amendments due to staffing requirements.
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
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).
