Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated radiographer to join our Plain Film Radiology team. You will work across all areas of plain film imaging including Accident and Emergency, Out-Patients (including satellite sites), In-Patients, Theatre, and Portables.
Responsibilities
* The post holder will assist in the provision of a high quality radiographic service by performing general radiographic duties within the Radiology Department and supporting the Department in providing a timely radiographic service on a 24/7 basis.
* The post holder will be flexible in their approach as the Radiology Department is constantly changing so that it can provide a service that meets Local and National Modernisation Agendas.
* Establish and maintain communication with staff and patients on routine operational matters and overcome differences in communication between those involved.
* Develop your own skills and knowledge and provide information to others to help their development.
* Monitor and maintain Health & Safety & Security.
* Contribute to Service Development, Quality Improvements and take an active role in Safecare (Clinical Governance) activities. Support Lead Radiographer in improving quality of service whilst working towards the Imaging Services Accreditation Scheme.
* Support people’s Equal Diversity and Rights.
* Assist in monitoring and protecting groups and individuals whose health & well-being may be at risk with respect to radiation safety.
* Plan, monitor and evaluate the movement of people and goods.
* Input and process patient data, when required.
* Adaptation of skills and knowledge alongside technological advancements are essential to service developments and improvements, which enhance overall patient care.
* Prepare for and contribute to the department’s readiness for seven day working and evolving local and national Modernisation Agendas.
Qualifications
* You must be a registered HCPC Diagnostic Radiographer currently practising within the NHS. We will be happy to support newly qualified staff commencing their career with a full preceptorship programme.
Additional Information
* All references from current and previous employers will be sought to cover a minimum of 3 years employment, including the address, telephone number and work email address of each current/previous line manager. This should ideally be from two separate employers. Failure to complete this section may result in your application not being processed.
* It is a requirement that all successful applicants pay for their DBS certificate if a check is required for the post. This will be done via deduction from monthly pay over a maximum of three months, and applicants may be required to register with the DBS update service where applicable.
* New entrants to the NHS will be appointed on the minimum of the pay scale in line with Terms & Conditions.
* Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications where the post is eligible.
* From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants have had to present a criminal records certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Guidance can be found on the GOV.UK site.
* Candidates who require sponsorship should consult the UK Visa & Immigration guidance for requirements.
Working for our organisation
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead. Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients. We now employ around 4,800 staff and provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region. Our values are encapsulated in the acronym ICORE: Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement. We have staff networks including BAME, D-Ability, LGBTQ+ Network, and the Women’s Network, with an emerging armed forces network. The health and wellbeing of our staff is a priority, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our Balance programme to cater for a diverse workforce."
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