CT Radiographer

Job summary

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Band 6 CT RADIOGRAPHER: 37.5 hours per week

(Fixed term, maternity cover until end May 2024)

Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our CT Radiography team. This post is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. Applications are welcome from HCPC registered Radiographers to undertake a full range of CT scans for both in-patients and out-patients.

The department at Royal Gwent Hospital consists of a Canon Aquilion One Genesis CT scanner and a Canon Aquilion One Prism CT scanner and provides a 12 hour service, 7 days a week.

The department hosts undergraduate radiography students on placement from Cardiff University so you will be expected to be actively involved in their training and supervision as part of your role, whilst supporting the wider team. All candidates must be enthusiastic about teaching and supporting learners in the clinical environment.

It is essential that you are a good communicator and team player capable of carrying out CT examinations acting as a support for the Superintendent Radiographer. You will also be expected to demonstrate evidence of commitment to CPD and to participate in departmental CPD sessions both online and practically.

Following an appropriate induction period, participation in the 24 hour shift system will be expected along with rotation to any other CT departments with the Health Board as per service requirements.

Main duties of the job

• To supervise, co-ordinate and participate in the provision of the Radiology CT service
• To participate in the CT service 24 hour shift rota as required.
• To be responsible for ensuring the provision of high quality images in an efficient, professional and caring manner.
• To support the Radiology CT lead in the delivery of the service.
• To have and maintain an in depth knowledge of current radiographic techniques and equipment.
• To carry out intravenous cannulations and injections as required by the department after the appropriate training.
• To communicate effectively with patients and all grades of staff to give technical and professional advice as required.
• To make an ongoing contribution to the education of others and demonstrate a teaching and advisory role to qualified colleagues.

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.

Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. This includes the Grange University Hospital which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy opening in November 2020. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.