Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks an enthusiastic diagnostic radiographer to join its Radiology team. The role involves conducting clinical work, ensuring high standards of patient care, and the use of advanced techniques to minimize radiation exposure. Candidates should have experience in the NHS and the ability to perform a range of X-rays. The position offers a competitive salary range of £35,763 to £43,466 annually.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Generous benefits

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and pathology that can justify examinations.
• Awareness of statutory regulations related to Radiology.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all clinical work maintaining high clinical standards.
• Decreasing each patient's radiation dose during examinations.
• Act as Operator under IR(ME)R 2000 Radiation Regulations.

Skills

Ability to perform a wide range of plain film X-rays

Good communication skills

Empathy towards patients

Education

Experience working in NHS

Job description

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.

Main duties of the job

Undertake all clinical work on rotation through the department under the direction of Senior Radiographers, maintaining high clinical standards at all times

Decreasing 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

Please see the 'Job Description' section for a detailed list of roles and responsibilities.

About us

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.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

• Experience working in NHS

Skills and abilities

• Ability to perform a wide range of plain film X-rays to a high standard including adaptive technique.

Experience and knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and pathology that can be used to justify examinations and image appropriately.
• Awareness of statutory regulations related to Radiology.
• Able to work well within a small team, to work without supervision and also to take direction from senior colleagues.
• Able to show reflection and subsequent improvement in techniques when involved in incidents.
• Can demonstrate a desire to put the patient first.

Other requirements

• Willingness to work flexibly.
• Friendly, caring and approachable to patients and staff.

Trust Values

• Demonstrable ability to meet Trust values.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£35,763 to £43,466 a yearper annum inclusive of HCAS (Pro-rata if LTFT)