Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated radiographer to join our plain film team and cover maternity leave for one of our colleagues.
The successful candidate will cover general x-ray, dental x-ray, theatres and fluoroscopy.
Main duties of the job
To provide high quality radiographic images whilst working on rotation through the main imaging areas of the department and to provide a mobile service to the wards and theatres. To have a professional, caring and responsible approach to patients. To participate in providing a 24/7 diagnostic imaging service and rotate through community satellite sites. Work autonomously when needed and as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team in the wider hospital setting.
About us
The Radiology Department at Dorset County Hospital is a busy department that focuses on patient care and outcomes. It is part of a district general hospital that provides plain film, CT, MRI, US, Fluoroscopy, Interventional radiology and breast imaging for the population of West Dorset and surrounding areas. There are good working relationships within the team and other departments in the hospital.
Dorset County Hospital is situated in the county town of Dorchester, it has good travel links via train to Southampton, Bristol and London. Dorchester is a market town with a busy high street and plenty of places to eat and drink. You will have the opportunity to live and work in a truly beautiful part of the country. With beautiful coast lines and plenty of attractions, you will never be short on anything to do. More than half of the county of Dorset is designated as anArea of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Dorset has nearly 100 miles of coastline with award-winning, golden sandy beaches.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of what this role will entail.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of what this role will entail.
Person Specification
Education , qualifiaction and training
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- BSc diagnostic radiography
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of technical skills and competency in general radiography, theatre and trauma work.
- Evidence of ability to communicate with patients, relatives and all levels of staff throughout the organisation
Desirable
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and how it relates to the Diagnostic Imaging service
- Knowledge and ability to identify bony abnormality in trauma examinations (red dot)
- Understanding of current legislation relating to the use of Ionising Radiation
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience in general radiography, theatre and trauma
Person Specification
Education , qualifiaction and training
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- BSc diagnostic radiography
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of technical skills and competency in general radiography, theatre and trauma work.
- Evidence of ability to communicate with patients, relatives and all levels of staff throughout the organisation
Desirable
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and how it relates to the Diagnostic Imaging service
- Knowledge and ability to identify bony abnormality in trauma examinations (red dot)
- Understanding of current legislation relating to the use of Ionising Radiation
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience in general radiography, theatre and trauma
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).
