CT Radiographer- Band 6

NHS; Crewe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Crewe is seeking a Diagnostic Radiographer to join their skilled CT team. The role offers a chance to develop skills in modern imaging techniques with excellent equipment. Applicants require HCPC registration and 12-24 months of clinical NHS experience. The position provides opportunities for further training and participation in a supportive team environment. Competitive benefits include a pension scheme and gym membership. Candidates must have a commitment to patient-centered care and professional development.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

Gym membership

Discounts on days out

Qualifications

• Must have current HCPC registration.
• 12-24 months Clinical NHS experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform X-ray procedures, specializing in CT.
• Produce high quality diagnostic images.
• Participate in the CT shift system.

Skills

Good communication

Computer Literate

Education

DCR or BSc in Radiography

HCPC

Job description

Job summary

Are you a Diagnostic Radiographer looking to work within a dynamic, supportive, and highly skilled CT team who work together to achieve superb patient-centred care?

Do you want to learn specialist imaging techniques like CT Cardiac, Colonography and Intervention?

Do you want to operate some of the best CT scanners available? Our Canon scanners offer exceptional image quality whilst providing amazingly low doses.

Do you want to work at a "Good" Hospital (CQC rating 2018)?

The Medical Imaging Department has had major investment in CT, MRI, and Projectional Radiography. Our site houses 4 state-of-the-art CT scanners and a brand new, purpose-built inpatient CT suite. We pride ourselves on pushing the boundaries; in dose saving techniques and working with Radiologists to achieve diagnostic imaging previously unattainable in CT. We are an innovative department; always looking to optimise patient care by offering role development and job progression for our team.

Main duties of the job

If you are an enthusiastic, hard-working, ambitious individual we have Band 5 (trainee link grade) and Band 6 vacancies available. This is an opportunity for you to start your CT career or your continued professional development with our team.

Successful candidates must have current HCPC registration.

MCHT was recently named as one of the best hospitals in the country (CHKS Top Hospital for 2019). The Radiology department has been recognised as the Best Training Placement for Radiologist Registrars for the last 3 years.

We provide a 24/7 CT service; successful candidates are expected to participate in the OOH rota.

We offer an attractive benefits package including an excellent pension scheme, gym membership, discounts on days out and many other incentives.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond.

The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.

Job responsibilities

To perform a range of X-ray procedures, but specialising in CT.

Producing high quality diagnostic images and providing excellent patient care.

To participate in the CT shift system.

Once trained in CT there may be an opportunity for further cross sectional training in MRI.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• HCPC
• DCR or BSc in Radiography
• Minimum of 12-24 months Clinical NHS experience

Qualifications (Desirable)

• Previous CT experience
• Evidence of CPD

Skills (Essential)

• Good communication
• Computer Literate

Skills (Desirable)

• Key knowledge of current Trust values and behaviours
• CPD evidence

Knowledge (Essential)

• Understanding of CT principles

Knowledge (Desirable)

• CPD portfolio

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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. 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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Leighton Hospital

Middlewich Rd

Crewe

CW1 4QJ

Employer's website: https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/