Job Summary
This is a trainee CT radiographer position. You will be working as part of a friendly team of Radiographers within CT, working alongside rotational staff at Russells Hall Hospital and the Guest Outpatient Centre.
Our service is due to expand with additional capability plan. The departments are currently equipped with four state‑of‑the‑art scanners – 2x128 Somatom Definition Edge (installed 2019/20), CT Scanner‑64 Slice Definition AS (installed Dec 2017) and Somatom Pro.Pulse (Nov 24).
You will be expected to participate fully in the extended day service including extended day & night shift patterns, weekends and bank holidays.
Applicants must hold the Diploma of the College of Radiographers or a Degree in Radiography and be HCPC Registered.
Main Duties
* Work predominantly in the CT department performing high quality diagnostic examinations in a diverse range of specialist procedures.
* Participate in any extended day, weekend, night, and bank holiday service provided by CT.
* Provide an emergency service outside of the department’s normal working hours.
* Train Radiographers, Radiographer Aides and student radiographers in CT.
* Assist the Principal CT Radiographer with day‑to‑day operational management of the CT Departments, responsible for smooth running of CT scanning lists.
* Work without supervision when required; perform high quality diagnostic examinations in a diverse range of CT procedures whilst observing current Ionising Radiation Regulations and Local Rules for CT.
Person Specification – Essential
* Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc in Radiography.
* HCPC registration.
* Evidence of I.V. cannulation training & competency.
* Evidence of attendance of specialty / short courses in CT.
* Evidence of life support training.
* Post graduate experience in CT with a varied workload.
* Ability to solve problems and make independent judgements.
* Able to work within a busy environment; motivate and organise self and others.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Experience of working as part of a team.
* Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility.
* Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace free from discrimination.
Person Specification – Desirable
* Post graduate qualification in CT.
* Certificate of Competence in I.V. cannulation (Short Course).
* Intermediate Life Support (Short Course).
* Previous experience of participation in an emergency CT service, undertaking a wide range of examinations, unsupervised.
* Previous experience of teaching/mentoring.
* Previous experience of performing & supervising CT Colonography examinations.
* Evidence of working in a supervisory role.
* Participation in an emergency CT service in an acute NHS hospital.
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
* Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services.
* Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility.
* Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required 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.
Seniority level
* Internship
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
Industries
* Information Services
Location
Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, Pensnett Road, Dudley, DY1 2HQ.
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 per annum.
Contract
Permanent, full‑time.
References & EDI
For EDI information please visit the Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion – Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust.
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