Powys Teaching Health Board

Reporting Radiographer

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Job summary

Calling all Reporting Radiographers! Join our Dynamic Team Today!Are you a skilled and experienced Reporting Radiographer looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Look no further!

We are seeking a talented individual to join our dynamic team working 3 days a week 9am-5pm in North Powys (Victoria Memorial, Montgomery County Infirmary and Llandrindod Wells Hospitals)

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

Perform accurate and timely radiographic examinations.

Analyse and interpret radiographic images, providing comprehensive and detailed reports.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure accurate diagnoses.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the latest advancements in radiographic techniques and technology.

Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and protocols.

Serve as a mentor and resource for radiographers, offering guidance and support.

Develop and deliver educational sessions, workshops, and training programs for the radiographic and wider healthcare team.

Qualifications and Skills:

Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent.

MSc relevant to speciality (or working towards relevant MSc)

PGC in reporting

Registration with the appropriate professional body.

Extensive experience in reporting radiography.

Proficient in the use of radiographic imaging software and reporting systems.

Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills with a collaborative nature and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Passion for teaching and supporting others in their professional growth.

If you are a dedicated Reporting Radiographer ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you!

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Details

Date posted

20 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£44,398 to £50,807 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

070-AHP071-1023-A

Job locations

Victoria Memorial Hospital

Salop Road, Welshpool

Powys

LD3 0LU


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • HCPC registered
  • BSc ( Hons) Radiography/ DCR Radiography
  • PGC in Reporting
  • MSc relevant to speciality
  • Evidence of CPD in radiography in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio

Desirable

  • Leadership training
  • Development training
  • Management training
  • European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)
  • Attendance at relevant study days / courses / conferences

Experience

Essential

  • Experience with teaching and mentoring staff/students
  • Demonstration of critical thinking and analytical skills incorporating critical reflection
  • Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
  • Advanced knowledge of all areas of clinical governance including audit, risk management and quality
  • Demonstration of decision making / clinical judgement and problem solving skills
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Ionising Radiation Regulations, their implementation and implication
  • Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
  • Advanced keyboard and computer skills
  • Knowledge of statistic and analysis techniques
  • Demonstration of the application of research including use of and development of policies/protocols and guidelines
  • Experience of acute trauma imaging
  • Good knowledge of other imaging modalities

Desirable

  • Knowledge of H&S
  • Experience of other imaging modalities
  • Experience of QC/QA programmes
  • Knowledge of research methodology
  • Undergraduate student training / assessment

Aptitude

Essential

  • Able to receive and present highly complex information in a clear and logical manner
  • Good organisational skills including prioritisation and delegation
  • Up to date in all current issues related to profession
  • Work autonomously within a clinical area
  • Involvement in audit and service evaluation
  • Advanced verbal and written skills
  • Experience in teaching, mentorship and coaching
  • Ability to access research / use information systems
  • Critical appraisal / evaluation skills
  • Ability to develop case for change
  • Negotiation and influencing skills
  • Specialist clinical assessment skills
  • Self-motivated
  • Create and deliver presentations
  • Team player/leader
  • Lead and motivate a team
  • Good organisational skills including prioritisation and delegation
  • Work within policies and protocols

Desirable

  • Experience of supervision
  • Welsh speaker or willingness to learn
  • Organisational skills

Other

Essential

  • Participation in out of hours working
  • Flexible working in radiology departments across PTHB

Values

Essential

  • Demonstrate PTHB Values
  • Maintain and work at intense levels of concentration
  • Work efficiently within a stressful and unpredictable environment
  • Supportive of other team members
  • Motivate less experienced staff to work effectively
  • Carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day
  • Multi-tasking
  • Caring and empathetic
  • High standard of appearance and punctuality
  • Team player
  • Enthusiasm

Desirable

  • Remain calm and focussed in stressful situations
  • Good decision maker
  • Team leader
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • HCPC registered
  • BSc ( Hons) Radiography/ DCR Radiography
  • PGC in Reporting
  • MSc relevant to speciality
  • Evidence of CPD in radiography in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio

Desirable

  • Leadership training
  • Development training
  • Management training
  • European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)
  • Attendance at relevant study days / courses / conferences

Experience

Essential

  • Experience with teaching and mentoring staff/students
  • Demonstration of critical thinking and analytical skills incorporating critical reflection
  • Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
  • Advanced knowledge of all areas of clinical governance including audit, risk management and quality
  • Demonstration of decision making / clinical judgement and problem solving skills
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Ionising Radiation Regulations, their implementation and implication
  • Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
  • Advanced keyboard and computer skills
  • Knowledge of statistic and analysis techniques
  • Demonstration of the application of research including use of and development of policies/protocols and guidelines
  • Experience of acute trauma imaging
  • Good knowledge of other imaging modalities

Desirable

  • Knowledge of H&S
  • Experience of other imaging modalities
  • Experience of QC/QA programmes
  • Knowledge of research methodology
  • Undergraduate student training / assessment

Aptitude

Essential

  • Able to receive and present highly complex information in a clear and logical manner
  • Good organisational skills including prioritisation and delegation
  • Up to date in all current issues related to profession
  • Work autonomously within a clinical area
  • Involvement in audit and service evaluation
  • Advanced verbal and written skills
  • Experience in teaching, mentorship and coaching
  • Ability to access research / use information systems
  • Critical appraisal / evaluation skills
  • Ability to develop case for change
  • Negotiation and influencing skills
  • Specialist clinical assessment skills
  • Self-motivated
  • Create and deliver presentations
  • Team player/leader
  • Lead and motivate a team
  • Good organisational skills including prioritisation and delegation
  • Work within policies and protocols

Desirable

  • Experience of supervision
  • Welsh speaker or willingness to learn
  • Organisational skills

Other

Essential

  • Participation in out of hours working
  • Flexible working in radiology departments across PTHB

Values

Essential

  • Demonstrate PTHB Values
  • Maintain and work at intense levels of concentration
  • Work efficiently within a stressful and unpredictable environment
  • Supportive of other team members
  • Motivate less experienced staff to work effectively
  • Carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day
  • Multi-tasking
  • Caring and empathetic
  • High standard of appearance and punctuality
  • Team player
  • Enthusiasm

Desirable

  • Remain calm and focussed in stressful situations
  • Good decision maker
  • Team leader

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Victoria Memorial Hospital

Salop Road, Welshpool

Powys

LD3 0LU


Employer's website

https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Victoria Memorial Hospital

Salop Road, Welshpool

Powys

LD3 0LU


Employer's website

https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Professional Head of Radiography

Michelle Kirkham

michelle.kirkham2@wales.nhs.uk

01686613279

Details

Date posted

20 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£44,398 to £50,807 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

070-AHP071-1023-A

Job locations

Victoria Memorial Hospital

Salop Road, Welshpool

Powys

LD3 0LU


Supporting documents

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