Job summary
Would you love to work in a stunning location, somewhere that offers great career development and where you can achieve a good work-life balance? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated radiographer to join our hospitals Radiology Department on the beautiful island of Jersey. If you are a crosssectional radiographer who wants to maintain their plain imaging skills and would like to experience a different way of life in Jersey please email Joanne, Superintendent Radiographer, J.Hargreaves@health.gov.je to arrange an informal chat. We will give you continual training and development opportunities and the freedom to be inspired, be valued and be unique. All our teams members are fully immersed in audit and teaching. There will be an on call commitment. By joining Health & Community Services on the Island of Jersey youll be stepping away from NHS pressures and demands, as the Islands healthcare system is similar but separate to that on the mainland UK. In Jersey you can benefit from great lifestyle opportunities, a safe environment and great schools. Jersey residents benefit from lower tax rates compared to most countries in the EU and we offer a generous relocation package. Salary ranges from £55,293 to £60,931 depending on experience and skills, with a generous pension contribution.
Main duties of the job
Imaging patients using a high level of skill and experience to diagnose and facilitate treatment.
Organise the day to day work allocated to the team and managing unscheduled referrals.
Supervision of junior radiographers and assistants within an imaging modality
Perform a wide range of imaging including, specialist and complex examinations. Practicing to
a very high standard and passing this knowledge on to more junior radiographers. Assume the
role of Operator and Practitioner in accordance with the Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure
Regulations Policies and Procedures.
About us
Jersey is just 14 miles (20km) from the west coast
of France and 85 miles (137km) from the south coast of England. The island is
easy to get to from the UK and mainland Europe. There are up to 40 daily
flights in and out of the island
Striking scenery, a safe and inclusive society,
miles of sandy beaches, high performing schools, an enviable work-life balance,
a heritage, political and economic stability, low personal taxes, warm summers
and mild winters.
Find out more at gov.je/movingtoJersey
Jersey has been a Crown Dependency since 1290,
which means its not part of the UK but a self-governing possession of The
Crown. Jersey has its own democratically elected parliament, government, tax
system, and laws. However, the island does have a close historic relationship
with France and the UK and relies on the UK for defence and international
relations. It is also part of the Common Travel Area (CTA) which allows British
citizens to move freely between the UK, Republic of Ireland, and the Channel
Islands without a passport.
Jersey offers
extensive and quality healthcare services, with private and state supported
options available. The NHS is not available in Jersey, healthcare services are
delivered by Health and Community Services. For the first 6 months, health care
services will be provided at an added cost
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Perform a wide range of imaging including, specialist and complex examinations. Practicing to a very high standard and passing this knowledge on to more junior radiographers. Assume the role of Operator and Practitioner in accordance with the Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations Policies and Procedures.
2. Prioritise work and use personal knowledge and experience to adapt imaging practice to suit individual patient circumstances.
3. Personal responsibility for the administration or oral, rectal and intravenous drugs to patients where authorised.
4. Recognise the diverse needs of all service users with complex, acute or chronic conditions. The patients may be vulnerable, paediatric and adult Safeguarding referrals are to be made if appropriate.
5. Operate complex imaging equipment to an advanced level, pass knowledge on to more junior radiographers. Follow the departmental quality assurance programme. Take responsibility for problem solving of faulty equipment, fault recognition, recording and reporting. Ensure that the work area and the wider department conforms to infection prevention and control standards and report defects.
6. Work independently carrying out the duties allocated. Where required take on the lead role co-ordinating the activities of a group of radiographers and assistants. Manage referrals determining clinical priority and respond to changing demands. Maintain all relevant records in the required format and on time. Operate systems of work that result in the integrity of information stored on all data bases.
7. Carry out dynamic risk assessments during the examination to ensure patient safety. Solely responsible for the Health and Safety of a multi-disciplinary team in respect of radiation safety during ward and theatre imaging. Enforcing the correct use of radiation protection equipment.
8. Carry out audit of imaging practices. Keep up to date with advances within radiography and make recommendations when service improvements are identified. Report incidents using the Hospital DATIX system. Deal in the first instance with patient or healthcare workers complaints as they arise.
9. Adhere to appropriate legislation, the Government of Jersey, HCS and Radiology policies and procedures. Keep a personal portfolio of Continued Professional Development (CPD) activities, attend all mandatory training sessions.
10. Participate in an on-call service. As a lone worker, responsible for prioritising the work and taking ownership of all imaging decisions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Perform a wide range of imaging including, specialist and complex examinations. Practicing to a very high standard and passing this knowledge on to more junior radiographers. Assume the role of Operator and Practitioner in accordance with the Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations Policies and Procedures.
2. Prioritise work and use personal knowledge and experience to adapt imaging practice to suit individual patient circumstances.
3. Personal responsibility for the administration or oral, rectal and intravenous drugs to patients where authorised.
4. Recognise the diverse needs of all service users with complex, acute or chronic conditions. The patients may be vulnerable, paediatric and adult Safeguarding referrals are to be made if appropriate.
5. Operate complex imaging equipment to an advanced level, pass knowledge on to more junior radiographers. Follow the departmental quality assurance programme. Take responsibility for problem solving of faulty equipment, fault recognition, recording and reporting. Ensure that the work area and the wider department conforms to infection prevention and control standards and report defects.
6. Work independently carrying out the duties allocated. Where required take on the lead role co-ordinating the activities of a group of radiographers and assistants. Manage referrals determining clinical priority and respond to changing demands. Maintain all relevant records in the required format and on time. Operate systems of work that result in the integrity of information stored on all data bases.
7. Carry out dynamic risk assessments during the examination to ensure patient safety. Solely responsible for the Health and Safety of a multi-disciplinary team in respect of radiation safety during ward and theatre imaging. Enforcing the correct use of radiation protection equipment.
8. Carry out audit of imaging practices. Keep up to date with advances within radiography and make recommendations when service improvements are identified. Report incidents using the Hospital DATIX system. Deal in the first instance with patient or healthcare workers complaints as they arise.
9. Adhere to appropriate legislation, the Government of Jersey, HCS and Radiology policies and procedures. Keep a personal portfolio of Continued Professional Development (CPD) activities, attend all mandatory training sessions.
10. Participate in an on-call service. As a lone worker, responsible for prioritising the work and taking ownership of all imaging decisions.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years post graduate experience where a wide range of imaging achievements can be demonstrated.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Participation in the training and development of professional and nonqualified staff.
- Completion of audits and the implementation of changes as a result.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent.
- Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and has
- Jersey Care Commission Registration.
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification in specialist imaging modality.
- Cannulation/Contrast administration certificate.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years post graduate experience where a wide range of imaging achievements can be demonstrated.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Participation in the training and development of professional and nonqualified staff.
- Completion of audits and the implementation of changes as a result.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent.
- Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and has
- Jersey Care Commission Registration.
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification in specialist imaging modality.
- Cannulation/Contrast administration certificate.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Health and Community Services
Address
Government Of Jersey
19-21 Broad Street
St. Helier
Jersey
Channel Islands
JE2 3RR
Employer's website
https://www.gov.je (Opens in a new tab)