Overview
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK independently, with a visa or immigration status that allows them to fulfil the full duration and type of contract offered. The Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust has a vibrant Radiographer led reporting service that covers multiple areas and is growing in scope. The job advert is looking for a dynamic professional to join our excellent reporting team. The applicant should have a subspecialty interest in chest and/or MSK reporting though other areas may be considered. DGT has developed a state of the art reporting hub that has been specifically designed for reporting clinicians with ergonomics and minimum disruptions for the optimal reporting environment. DGT also has a well developed and mature home reporting strategy with equality between medical and non medical reporting groups.
The Trust has a strong commitment to equality and diversity. We aim to employ a representative workforce that reflects the communities we serve. "Positive action" initiatives can be used whenever an under-represented group is identified. Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust is a smoke free organisation. To improve public health, smoking is not permitted anywhere on the hospital site. For advice and support on stop smoking please call 0300 123 1220.
Responsibilities
We are looking for enthusiastic, specialist trained individuals with post qualification experience in reporting to join our friendly team. With a view to expanding our service to a seven day working in reporting. Radiology are looking for full or part-time staff. Flexible hours are expected working weekends and evenings as part of core hours. The candidate must be flexible, dynamic and able to lead a team with a passion for teaching, continuous professional learning and quality improvement. There will be cross site rotation.
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust is a progressive and forward thinking Trust serving a growing local population of 340,000 providing imaging services at Darent Valley Hospital, North Kent CDC, Queen Marys Sidcup, Erith and Gravesend. There will be a requirement for cross site rotation. We have an extensive range of modalities including DR, CT, MRI, ultrasound, breast imaging, nuclear medicine, bone densitometry, interventional and cardiac angiography and all aspects of general and fluoroscopic radiography. We positively support professional and personal development.
For more information contact Liz Barrett Lead Reporting Radiographer 01322 428157. Working days and or shift patterns will be agreed by the line manager to meet the needs of a 7 day service.
Qualifications / Skills
* Post qualification experience in reporting (specialist trained)
* Subsidentity interest in chest and/or MSK reporting; other areas may be considered
* Flexibility, dynamism, leadership, and a passion for teaching, CPD and quality improvement
* Ability to work across sites and support a seven-day service
Equality, Diversity and Safety
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we’ve achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Liz Barrett Job title: Lead Reporting Radiographer Email address: ebarrett2@nhs.net Telephone number: 01322 428157
Liz Barrett, telephone 01322 428157, email ebarrett2@nhs.net
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