Job summary
To independently interpret, report and diagnose Radiology examinations such as musculo-skeletal, chest and abdominal, cross sectional, Nuclear Medicine or fluoroscopy imaging, the results of which will directly influence the management of the patient. You will provide care for patients attending the general Radiology Department and specialist areas as identified in your role
You will normally work without direct clinical supervision but will report to the Senior Superintendent Radiographers within the Directorate.
To supervise junior staff and carry out routine radiographic examinations both within and outside of the department to the standards required, and in a manner which maintains the care and safety of patients and the safety of others.
In addition, dependent on experience, the you may undertake a range of specialised examinations such as CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Fluoroscopy and be expected to work unsupervised in one or more of these areas from time to time.
You will be required to participate in the provision of an out of hours service as required.
English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply
Main duties of the job
This post is structured around 4 core functions to include:
- Responsible for reporting in specialised field
- Undertake radiographic examinations of patients
- Provide care for patients attending the department including assisting patients when necessary
- Liaise with staff across the Health Board
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
We live by our core values:
- We listen, learn and improve
- We treat everyone with respect
- We all work together as one team
We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve.
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
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
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications / Training
Essential
- oBSc In Radiography or equivalent oHCPC Registration oPostgraduate certificate in Clinical Reporting oMaster's qualification or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- oRelevant personal history of continuing professional development. oSignificant post-qualification experience. oRelevant supervisory / management experience oAbility to work with minimal supervision.
Skills
Essential
- oGood communication skills - ability to liaise competently with stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds. oPrevious history of training staff.
Knowledge
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in clinical audit oKnowledge of quality assurance and radiation safety policies and procedures
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oHighly motivated oDedicated and open to flexibility within the post. oKeen to progress professionally.
Desirable
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications / Training
Essential
- oBSc In Radiography or equivalent oHCPC Registration oPostgraduate certificate in Clinical Reporting oMaster's qualification or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- oRelevant personal history of continuing professional development. oSignificant post-qualification experience. oRelevant supervisory / management experience oAbility to work with minimal supervision.
Skills
Essential
- oGood communication skills - ability to liaise competently with stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds. oPrevious history of training staff.
Knowledge
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in clinical audit oKnowledge of quality assurance and radiation safety policies and procedures
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oHighly motivated oDedicated and open to flexibility within the post. oKeen to progress professionally.
Desirable
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).
