Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer Luton

Meeveem Limited; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Luton is seeking a Diagnostic Radiographer to join our caring, diverse imaging team. You will contribute across main X-ray, ED X-ray, wards and theatre suites, delivering high quality images with accuracy.

You will work in an environment that supports IRMER compliance, patient safety and ongoing professional development, with strong emphasis on teamwork and CPD.

Qualifications

• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography and HCPC registration.
• Experience with producing high quality diagnostic X-ray images.
• Familiar with Radiology Information System (RIS).

Responsibilities

• Carry out imaging examinations in main X-ray, ED X-ray, wards and theatres.
• Ensure examinations are justified under IR(ME)R 2017 and minimise radiation dose.
• Produce high quality images with precision and hand-eye coordination.
• Assess and prioritise patient workload and act autonomously.

Skills

Computer literate

RIS familiarity

High quality X-ray images

Theatre imaging training

Education

BSc in Diagnostic Radiography

HCPC registered

Tools

RIS

Job description

Job summary

We have a great team and department at Luton and this vacancy is the perfect opportunity for you to join our ever expanding, multicultural and diverse team.

We will be holding interviews around the beginning of January.

If you have any questions or would like further information please contact Emmanuel Adeshipe;- [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

To competently carry out imaging examinations in main x-ray, ED X-ray, on the wards and theatre suites.

To ensure that all examinations are justified as per the IR(ME)R 2017 Regulations and fulfil the role of operator. To minimise radiation dose levels as low as reasonably practical.

To display a high degree of precision and hand eye coordination to produce accurate images in a timely manner

To assess and prioritise patient workload, being accountable for own professional actions, conduct not directly supervised.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

Job responsibilities

• To be responsible for patients during imaging examinations, and be able to adapt care dependent upon age, condition and clinical need, demonstrating empathy and reassurance. This will entail assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the patients condition. Safe handling and moving of patients utilising correct procedures and equipment when required.
• To advise and ensure correct physical and psychological preparation for imaging procedures. Communicate complex sensitive information, relevant to the patients condition, overcoming barriers to understanding.
• To participate in CPD and other developmental activities, developing specialist skills. To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice, maintain and develop personal portfolio.
• To be responsible for the safe use of expensive specialised equipment. This will entail monitoring and maintaining in good working order. Evaluate the problem, and report any faults to a more senior radiographer.

Please see job description and person specification provided. If further information is required, please speak to our contact on advert.

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography
• HCPC registered

Desirable

• Evidence of postgraduate study or relevant CPD in diagnostic imaging
• Student mentorship or training (at any level)
• NHS Experience

Knowledge

Essential

• High level of anatomy knowledge relevant to radiography
• Good knowledge of pathologies and disease processes viewed on X-ray
• In depth knowledge of IRMER

Desirable

• Have knowledge of data protection in healthcare

Skills

Essential

• Computer literate
• Being familiar with and able to use a Radiology Information System (RIS)
• Competent in producing high quality diagnostic X-ray images for all patient types
• Has undergone training in theatre imaging, fluoroscopy, dental X-ray, A&E, general and portable X-rays

Desirable

• Basic awareness of audit, quality improvement, or service development
• Good understanding of patient care and communication, including anxious or vulnerable patients

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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).