Consultant Radiographer

Job summary

Here at the Mid Yorkshire Trust an exciting opportunity has arisen for the development of a Consultant Radiographer to become a key role within our General X-ray department within Radiology.

We require someone who has excellent organisational and Interpersonal skills and who can continuously improve and help others to do so within our department.

This role can be adapted to allow for the transition from a trainee consultant role to a consultant radiographer role following a period of development and preceptorship if required.

The post-holder will possess the BSc in Radiography, or equivalent, with a minimum of 3 years Advanced Practitioner in image reporting. They will provide expert practice in their field of image reporting and be competent in contributing and leading MDT discussions. They will exercise a high degree of professional and personal autonomy, acting as a consultant practitioner, demonstrating advanced clinical competence, decision making and a knowledge base beyond those associated with conventional Advanced Practitioner roles, there by acting as an expert in their field.

The candidate must be able to self-motivate, and have excellent organisational skills and possess the ability to motivate a team of Advanced Practitioners, and work collaboratively with the Consultant Radiographers, Patient Service Managers and Team leaders within the team.

Main duties of the job

To act as an expert practitioner demonstrating advanced clinical competencies and a knowledge base beyond those associated with specialist radiographic roles.

To function as an autonomous practitioner taking responsibility and accountability for effective care delivery.

To lead in the establishment of standards and guidelines for best practice.

To participate/lead in clinical multidisciplinary team meetings.

To discuss own practice with peers and work effectively as part of the evolving radiology team.

To have a good working knowledge of the Radiology Information System.

To input patient details and reports on the computer system.

About us

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield).

Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion.

As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, car lease and home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more.

If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Employer details

Employer name

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Address

Trust-wide

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

Employer's website

https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Address

Trust-wide

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

Employer's website

https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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