Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust; Ayot Green; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK healthcare provider is seeking an enthusiastic diagnostic radiographer for their Radiology team in Ayot Green. The role involves undertaking clinical work under senior supervision and ensuring patient safety during examinations. Ideal candidates will be HCPC registered and demonstrate a strong commitment to patient-centered care. Opportunities for career progression and professional development are available.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Flexible hours

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• HCPC registered radiographer required.
• Ability to work on rotation is essential.
• Must demonstrate commitment to patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all clinical work on rotation through the department.
• Ensure high clinical standards at all times.
• Decrease patient radiation dose during examinations.

Skills

HCPC registration

Patient-centered care

Communication skills

Empathy

Job description

Overview

We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic, ambitious diagnostic radiographer to join our friendly and forward-thinking Radiology team. This is an ideal opportunity for an HCPC registered radiographer wishing to increase their radiographic experience and expertise in a bustling and team-focused department.

Our internal training and support have long been a draw for candidates as it has enabled numerous radiographers to develop the necessary skills for career progression and advanced practice. If you are a radiographer with a passion for patient-centered care, we would like to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all clinical work on rotation through the department under the direction of Senior Radiographers, maintaining high clinical standards at all times
• Decrease each patient's radiation dose during examinations by the use of collimation and careful positioning
• Act as Operator under IR(ME)R 2000 Radiation Regulations, assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination
• Observing the department Dose Reference Levels (DRLs) and Dose Investigation Levels (DILs), reporting excess doses and radiation incidents to The Royal Free radiation physics service and via Datix
• To be trained to the standard required by the department and accept advice and instruction when necessary
• To seek advice from the Lead Radiographer when confronted by new or unusual situations, particularly when it may be necessary to refuse a patient\'s examination request
• Ensuring that competency sheets are signed off in a timely fashion and competency is maintained in all signed off areas
• Demonstrate a high level of communication skills and empathy when dealing with patients and other staff members, referencing the Trust core values at all times

Qualifications and Training

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK\'s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Responsibilities include working within a supportive environment with opportunities for flexible hours, continued professional development and next level training to support career progression.

Requirements: HCPC registered radiographer; ability to work on rotation; commitment to patient-centered care.