Role Summary
As a Radiographer in our team, you will work throughout the x-ray services of the acute Wonford site, the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at the Nightingale Hospital Exeter, including; In-patient imaging, out-patient imaging, ED, Specialist Orthopaedic Imaging, mobile x-ray and Theatres at Wonford, Heavitree Hospital as well as the CDC.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
Our accredited, fully digital centre are looking to expand the team due to our growing Medical Imaging department. You will work across the X-ray modality in; the Emergency Department, In-patients, Orthopaedic out-patients, Theatre and Portables, and the Devon Diagnostic Centre at Exeter’s Nightingale Hospital CDC. There will be potential future opportunities to rotate through Fluoroscopy, Bone Density (DXA) Scanning, Cross-sectional imaging and our Community sites.
This is truly a varied and interesting role where your input can add value to our patient journey and be part of our friendly team.
Why choose us?
We have redesigned our Preceptorship programme, in-line with the HCPC guidance in the last few years, and have seen many succesful new recruits (both newly qualified and experienced staff) benefit from this -month programme of support.
You will be provided with a named Preceptor and a peer buddy, and will benefit from a -week induction period where you are supernumery before you work independently and start on your out of hours rotation.
We want to invest in you.
Our core commitment to supporting professional development is demonstrated in our growing number of Reporting Radiographers who support Axial & Appendicular MSK, Chest, DXA, CT Colon, CT & MRI Head reporting. We are also delighted to be delivering a rolling programme of sonographer training, now in its 6
We have proudly been an accredited centre under the UKAS Quality Standards for Imaging (QSI) Accreditation Scheme for over years, and have demonstrated a commitment to continued quality improvement for patients and staff.
The department opens from 8am until 8pm 7 days a week, with hour services for A&E and wards. We operate an on call system and a shift pattern, and successful applicants will participate fully in these.
About you
As you build your confidence in your abilities as a Band 5 Radiographer, you will strive to deliver the highest standards of patient care whilst demonstrating our Trust values of being compassionate, inclusive, open and honest in all that you do. The successful candidate will be flexible, adaptable and have experience of a broad range of general x-ray examinations and adaptive technique as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Opportunities are available to the successful applicants to undertake Assistant Practitioner roles within the team prior to qualification and receipt of your HCPC registration.
About Exeter and Devon
Exeter is a vibrant, welcoming and growing Cathedral city. It has a highly rated University; good Ofsted rated schools and an abundance of family amenities. Situated in the middle of the South West Region, and with easy access to Dartmoor/Exmoor, the surrounding countryside and the near-by coast of Devon and Cornwall boasts spectacular scenery, promoting a lively, active outdoor lifestyle. The city is well served by rail, road and air links, with good access to other towns and places of interest, and an excellent local education service.
Working hours: Full and Part time roles available.
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
For more information: Mrs Suzanne McLaughlan (X-Ray Superintendent/ Lead Reporting Radiographer) or
Pay: The salary advertised for this position reflects the Agenda for Change 6-7 rates, inclusive of a pay award implemented from April 6. If you join before this date,, remuneration will be based on the 5-6 pay bandings (Pay scales for 5/ | NHS Employers)
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over, staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than, people, cover more than 2, square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
1. National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
2. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
3. Car lease schemes.
4. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
5. Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.