Clinical Specialist Ultrasound / Specialist Radiographer
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About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced radiographer/sonographer to join our small friendly team. This post offers flexibility, with scanning 3‑4 days a week and maintaining plain film and basic CT skills 1‑2 days a week. You will be supported clinically by another sonographer/radiographer colleague and by an onsite Radiologist. Another five specialist radiographers complete our small team.
The Lorn and Islands Hospital, the Rural General Hospital for Argyll and Bute, is in Oban, but you will also be required to work independently at varied sites within Argyll and Bute CHP.
The Radiology Department at Lorn and Islands Hospital provides a 24/7 service, undertakes CT, interventional fluoroscopy and ultrasound examinations together with general radiography work including A+E work. The department runs 9‑5 Monday – Friday, with evenings and weekends covered by an on‑call duty.
Responsibilities
* Perform ultrasound examinations as part of the radiology team.
* Maintain general radiography skills, including plain film and basic CT scanning.
* Support the department in a 24/7 service environment, including on‑call duty.
* Work independently at varied sites across Argyll and Bute CHP.
* Participate in CPD and role development activities.
Qualifications
* Experienced radiographer/sonographer (minimum years not specified).
* Willingness to scan 3‑4 days a week and maintain plain film/CT skills 1‑2 days a week.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a small dynamic team.
Benefits
Live in an area of outstanding natural beauty with excellent local schools and further education facilities, only 2 hours from Glasgow.
Work with a new and innovative on‑call system that offers a good work‑life balance.
Opportunity to work independently while being part of a supportive team.
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For more information call Chloe Geddes, Argyll and Bute Lead Radiographer on 01631 789101 or email: chloe.geddes@nhs.scot
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