Job summary
We are recruiting for a DXA Radiographer to join the
team. We are looking for a dynamic,
outgoing, enthusiastic individual, with excellent communication, and interpersonal
skills to join our growing DXA team.
The service is currently based at Dewsbury Hospital, and we
are entering an exciting time, as we look to expand and launch our service into a Community
Diagnostic Centre in 2024.
The successful applicant will have high professional
standards and enjoy the challenges of working in a busy, forward thinking
department. Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills are required with
the ability to lead, influence, and communicate effectively with all members of
the team. The successful candidate will be required to take part in all aspects
of the out of hours rota across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
You will be working with a small team of DXA radiographers. As part of this team you will perform scans, vet requests, and list prep to ensure the department runs effectively. The scanner currently used is a Hologic Discovery. The successful candidate will be given full training on how to use this equipment.
There is required admin to be performed including data cleansing of scans and performing back-ups of data.
You will be supported in performing your role with 2 advanced practitioners and a consultant radiographer.
Radiographers in DXA are also supported with a Clinical Support Worker, to aid in getting patients changed, help with manual handling and getting patients weighed and measured.
The role is advertised as DXA only, however, if the right candidate would like to rotate some of their time into plain-film to maintain skills and competencies, this option could be looked into.
About us
We provide care and support to over a million people in
Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across our
three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of
innovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of our
workforce.
We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful
and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid
Yorkshire the best place to work and receive care.
We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm
irrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and
gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation,
or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support to
someone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of the
LGBTQ+ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currently
under-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications from
members of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure all
applicants are treated fairly and consistently.
We are proud of our staff networks - who offer valuable
guidance and feedback from those with lived experience.
We have a clear vision and you could be part of this! If
you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our
patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To perform a comprehensive range of radiographic
procedures, without supervision, both within the department and externally.
To contribute towards the efficient deployment
of resources; enabling the patient to receive a safe accurate and timely
examination.
The post holder will be required to participate
in the out of hours rota undertaken by the department, and will assist in
covering any non-rostered duties by mutual agreement between the post holder
and the radiology manager.
To communicate effectively with patients and
carers of varying abilities and understanding; explaining procedures in order
to gain co-operation.
To re-assure and encourage patients and carers.
To liaise with multidisciplinary teams regarding
examination needs and results.
To build and maintain good relationships within
the team and other departments and disciplines; working together to develop
service improvements.
To ensure the safe use of x-ray and associated
equipment.
To report equipment malfunctions to senior staff
and to help maintain comprehensive and accurate records of faults; ensuring
that staff are kept up to date as to the working status of equipment.
To develop your understanding of IR(ME)R and IRR2017
regulations: working closely with the Radiation Protection Supervisors to
continuously evaluate and monitor systems and practices.
To input, store and provide patient information
on the directorate Radiology Information System maintaining the integrity and
quality of the data consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To perform a comprehensive range of radiographic
procedures, without supervision, both within the department and externally.
To contribute towards the efficient deployment
of resources; enabling the patient to receive a safe accurate and timely
examination.
The post holder will be required to participate
in the out of hours rota undertaken by the department, and will assist in
covering any non-rostered duties by mutual agreement between the post holder
and the radiology manager.
To communicate effectively with patients and
carers of varying abilities and understanding; explaining procedures in order
to gain co-operation.
To re-assure and encourage patients and carers.
To liaise with multidisciplinary teams regarding
examination needs and results.
To build and maintain good relationships within
the team and other departments and disciplines; working together to develop
service improvements.
To ensure the safe use of x-ray and associated
equipment.
To report equipment malfunctions to senior staff
and to help maintain comprehensive and accurate records of faults; ensuring
that staff are kept up to date as to the working status of equipment.
To develop your understanding of IR(ME)R and IRR2017
regulations: working closely with the Radiation Protection Supervisors to
continuously evaluate and monitor systems and practices.
To input, store and provide patient information
on the directorate Radiology Information System maintaining the integrity and
quality of the data consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ability to undertake all general radiography.
- Previous NHS experience.
- DXA Trained.
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking some specialised radiography under supervision.
- Experience of delivering the clinical education of student radiographers.
- Experience of participating in out-of-hours radiography service.
- Experience of red dot scheme or similar.
- Experience of working without direct supervision when required.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good team membership skills.
- Ability to act diplomatically in sensitive situations involving patients or staff.
- Punctuality.
- Evidence of commitment and motivation.
- Respected member of an existing team.
- Ability to work closely with student radiographers.
- Professional in appearance and conduct.
Desirable
- Adaptable to a changing environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiography or D.C.R.(R). ,
- HPC. REGISTERED.
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Knowledge of radiation safety regulations and relevant protocols.
- Awareness of own limitations.
Desirable
- Evidence of keeping informed of current techniques and practices.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of a high standard of radiography.
- Ability to receive and communicate information verbally and in writing.
Desirable
- Basic computer literacy.
- Familiarity with computer use for Radiology Information Systems.
- Familiarity with PACS.
Other
Essential
- Ability to satisfy Occupational Health screening.
- Ability to work out of hours.
- 30 minute on-call response time.
- Flexible according to the demands of the service.
- Access to a vehicle with the ability to travel independently in line with requirements.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ability to undertake all general radiography.
- Previous NHS experience.
- DXA Trained.
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking some specialised radiography under supervision.
- Experience of delivering the clinical education of student radiographers.
- Experience of participating in out-of-hours radiography service.
- Experience of red dot scheme or similar.
- Experience of working without direct supervision when required.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good team membership skills.
- Ability to act diplomatically in sensitive situations involving patients or staff.
- Punctuality.
- Evidence of commitment and motivation.
- Respected member of an existing team.
- Ability to work closely with student radiographers.
- Professional in appearance and conduct.
Desirable
- Adaptable to a changing environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiography or D.C.R.(R). ,
- HPC. REGISTERED.
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Knowledge of radiation safety regulations and relevant protocols.
- Awareness of own limitations.
Desirable
- Evidence of keeping informed of current techniques and practices.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of a high standard of radiography.
- Ability to receive and communicate information verbally and in writing.
Desirable
- Basic computer literacy.
- Familiarity with computer use for Radiology Information Systems.
- Familiarity with PACS.
Other
Essential
- Ability to satisfy Occupational Health screening.
- Ability to work out of hours.
- 30 minute on-call response time.
- Flexible according to the demands of the service.
- Access to a vehicle with the ability to travel independently in line with 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
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).
