Responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has arisen within NHS Forth Valley Radiology Department for Band 6 Radiographers to join our dynamic team. Due to the addition of a 3rd CT scanner into the Acute and Waiting Times Services in Radiology; candidates are sought to support this expansion, along with any MRI experience would be desirable. The successful individual will be required to rotate through the Rotational Roster and 12hr shift pattern (in development). Each candidate must demonstrate flexibility and a desire to undertake role development with well documented evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
The role will involve performing Radiographic examinations, providing direct care and a high-quality diagnostic imaging service to assist in the management of patients. The successful candidate will be required to deputise for Imaging Team Leaders as required, supervise Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners, Clinical Support Workers, and students ensuring organisation of specialised areas within Radiology whilst providing continuity of service delivery.
CT experience is essential for this role; CT runs 12hrs/day, 7-days/week for out-patients and 24/7 for ED and in-patients. MRI Experience is desirable and would initially be on a rotational basis.
Band 6 Radiographers currently rotate through all General Area’s, Nuclear Medicine, Interventional/Fluoro, and includes ED imaging. You will be required to participate in the Out of Hours (OOH) rota, undertaking CT scanning, and general imaging OOH. We are interested in ambitious and talented Radiographers with excellent technical and interpersonal skills.
Qualifications
It is expected that the successful candidate will be an HCPC registered Diagnostic Radiographer in possession of the DCR and/or BSc/BSc Hons. in Diagnostic Radiography. Previous NHS Experience is desirable.
For informal discussion: Leeanne Dunnett, 01324 567411
The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information on this scheme can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk
Working Hours & Compensation
As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. Please contact the Recruitment Office on 0330 041 4694 if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you with your application and/or interview.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
#J-18808-Ljbffr