Royal Hospital for Children and Young People
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Royal Hospital for Children & Young People
Edinburgh
Radiology Directorate
Band 6 Specialist Radiographer Full-Time (37 hours)
Permanent
3 New Posts to Support the Implementation of a 5/7 Roster
We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and conscientious radiographer with paediatric imaging experience. Applications are invited for the position of Specialist Radiographer in the RHCYP imaging department. This post will provide an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to further develop their existing paediatric knowledge and skills.
The paediatric department is situated in a purpose-built facility on the Bioquarter site in Edinburgh, adjacent to the Royal Infirmary and is co-joined with the Radiology Department in the Dept of Clinical Neurosciences. This post supports the services on the new site and provides an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to gain further experience in paediatric imaging. The successful applicant will work with state-of-the-art equipment and includes the potential to work on cross sectional scanners in both paediatric and adult settings in CT/MRI.
The successful applicant will be required to participate in the 5/7 roster which includes out of hours/weekends and overnight on-call