Job summary
Please be aware we have both full time and part time positions available and would be happy to discuss individuals preferences at interview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated radiographer to join our Plain Film Radiology team. You will work accross all areas of plain film imaging including:
- Accident and Emergency
- Out-Patients (including satellite sites)
- In-Patients
- Theatre
- Portables
The ideal candidate will be driven to support the delivery of high standards of care within our department. We strive ourselves on providing timely high quality, patient centres care in line with the Trust's values.
You must be a registered HCPC Diagnostic Radiographer currently practicing within the NHS, and we will be happy to support newly qualified staff commencing their career and will a full preceptorship programme.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a committed professional with strong interpersonal skills to develop their experience within a busy clinical environment. The post holder will need to have excellent organisational and communication skills to ensure they can work effectively within an often busy and demanding environment , to ensure Radiology continues to provide a high quality service to all its users.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will assist in the provision of a high quality radiographic service by performing general radiographic duties within the Radiology Department and supporting the Department in providing a timely radiographic service on a 24/7 basis.
The post holder will be flexible in their approach as the Radiology Department is constantly changing so that it can provide a service that meets Local and National Modernisation Agendas.
This vacancy is part of our 'refer a friend' scheme, this means if a friend who currently works for us has told you about this vacancy you could both receive a cash payment. The full scheme details are included with the additional documents for this role.
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Establish and maintain communication with staff and patients on routine operational matters and overcoming any differences in communication between those involved.
- Development your own skills and knowledge and provide information to others to help their development.
- Monitor and maintain Health & Safety & Security.
- Contribute to Service Development, Quality Improvements and take an active role in Safecare (Clinical Governance) activities. Support Lead Radiographer in improving quality of service whilst working towards the Imaging Services Accreditation Scheme.
- To be flexible and supportive of the changes within the Radiology Department that is in response to Local and National Modernisation Agendas for example seven day working
- Support peoples Equal Diversity and Rights.
- Assist in monitoring and protecting groups and individuals whose health & well-being may be at risk with respect to radiation safety.
- Plan, monitor and evaluate the movement of people and goods.
- Input and process patient data, when required.
- Adaptation of skills and knowledge along side technological advancements are essential to service developments and improvements, which enhance overall patient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Establish and maintain communication with staff and patients on routine operational matters and overcoming any differences in communication between those involved.
- Development your own skills and knowledge and provide information to others to help their development.
- Monitor and maintain Health & Safety & Security.
- Contribute to Service Development, Quality Improvements and take an active role in Safecare (Clinical Governance) activities. Support Lead Radiographer in improving quality of service whilst working towards the Imaging Services Accreditation Scheme.
- To be flexible and supportive of the changes within the Radiology Department that is in response to Local and National Modernisation Agendas for example seven day working
- Support peoples Equal Diversity and Rights.
- Assist in monitoring and protecting groups and individuals whose health & well-being may be at risk with respect to radiation safety.
- Plan, monitor and evaluate the movement of people and goods.
- Input and process patient data, when required.
- Adaptation of skills and knowledge along side technological advancements are essential to service developments and improvements, which enhance overall patient care.
Person Specification
Shortlisting
Essential
- NHS experience - work or training
Essential Shortlisting
Essential
- DCR, MSc, BSc Radiography or equivalent.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- oDCR, MSc, BSc Radiography or equivalent.
- oCurrent or anticipated state registration
- oPrevious use of Radiology IT Systems
- oTo have broad experiences in all aspects of general radiography-techniques and equipment used
- oNHS experience - work or training
Desirable
- oKnowledge and involvement in a QA programme
- oEvidence of CPD
Person Specification
Shortlisting
Essential
- NHS experience - work or training
Essential Shortlisting
Essential
- DCR, MSc, BSc Radiography or equivalent.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- oDCR, MSc, BSc Radiography or equivalent.
- oCurrent or anticipated state registration
- oPrevious use of Radiology IT Systems
- oTo have broad experiences in all aspects of general radiography-techniques and equipment used
- oNHS experience - work or training
Desirable
- oKnowledge and involvement in a QA programme
- oEvidence of CPD
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).
