Diagnostic Radiographer

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Shrewsbury is seeking motivated Radiographers to join their Radiology team. Successful applicants must possess a relevant degree and current HCPC registration. The role involves undertaking X-ray examinations and providing high-quality patient care. This position offers competitive support for training and mentorship within a modern working environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a BSc (Hon) Diagnostic Radiography or DCR.
• Current HCPC registration is required.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Undertake X-ray examinations under supervision.
• Justify medical exposures for safe x-ray services.
• Maintain high standards of patient care.

Skills

BSc (Hon) Diagnostic Radiography

Current HCPC registration

Postgraduate experience

Education

DCR or equivalent

Job description

Job overview

We are looking for highly motivated Radiographers to join our very busy Radiology team here at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. The successful applicant will work primarily at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital with possibilities to rotate through the newly created Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), Hollinswood House.

The successful applicants must have a BSc (Hon) Diagnostic Radiography or DCR and a current HCPC registration.

The successful applicant will be an integral part of the general team which includes theatre imaging and fluoroscopy. Training and preceptorship will be supported. This role also includes participation in a busy general rotation including participation in the on-call and 7 day working rosters .

All Radiographers with more than 1 year post graduate experience contribute to the training and mentorship of undergraduate students and preceptees the department has an excellent on-site teaching environment.

The department is fully committed to Advanced Practice and the development of our teams supported by our Consultant Radiographer and working closely with our Consultant Radiologists.

Main duties of the job

• To undertake X-ray examinations as an operator in accordance with IR(ME)R 2017, under indirectsupervision of more senior member of staff
• To justify medical exposures using the Department’s IR(ME)R Examination Protocols to ensure a safe effective x-ray service to all patients
• To produce a good quality diagnostic image whilst keeping the radiation dose as low as is reasonablypracticable
• To assess and treat a workload of patients whilst maintaining a high standard of care to all patients and staff
• To comply with Trust, Departmental, health and safety and Data protection policies
• To maintain at all times patients’ privacy and confidentiality

Working for your organisation

All of our General Xray and Fluoroscopy rooms at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital have been fully refurbished in the last 5 years.

We are looking for a Radiographer who strives to follow our Trust Values and puts patient care at the heart of everything they do:

‘The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is an organisation that strives to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in’

‘We believe that by adhering to our Vision and working with our Values in mind we can behave in a way which will ensure the right results for the people that matter most – our patients and their families.

Our Vision is toprovide excellent care for the communities we serve.’

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is the main provider of acute medical care for half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid-Wales and has been awarded over £300 million to invest in our hospitals. Shropshire is the largest inland county in the UK with Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, World Heritage sites and access to Mid Wales and the Welsh coast. There are good schools, amazingly affordable housing and a wide range of leisure pursuits.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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