Diagnostic Radiographer - CT and/or MRI

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Radiographer with CT and MRI skills to join the imaging department on site.

You will hold a Diploma/BSc in Radiography, be HCPC registered, and hold a valid UK work visa, with opportunities to mentor staff and ensure IRMER compliance. The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and safe patient care.

Qualifications

• Diploma/BSc in Radiography.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Current visa to work in the UK.

Skills

IV Cannulation

Communication skills

IRMER 2017

Computer literacy

Mentoring

Education

Radiography degree (Dip/BSc)

HCPC registration

Right to work visa

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Candidate Job Pack.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Diploma/BSc in Radiography
• Current HCPC registration
• Current visa to work in UK

Desirable criteria

• CT and or MRI Post graduate qualification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Competency in a broad spectrum of CT scanning
• Competency in a broad spectrum of MRI scanning
• Previous experience of working/ training in an NHS hospital.

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience working as a band 5 or Band 6 Radiographer.

Skills

Essential criteria

• IV Cannulation and administration of IV contrast media
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of IRMER 2017
• Evidence of computer literacy
• Mentoring students/ new staff

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If the role requires a qualification/professional registration, you will need to provide proof during the recruitment process. By submitting your application you are giving the Trust permission to check the qualification certificates provided back to the source provider. Please note that a sample of all applicant's qualifications will be checked with the educational institution or provider.

If you require the application form in an alternative format, please call the Recruitment Team on 01743 492402 or email us at [e-mail]

We commit to removing barriers for people with disabilities or long-term health conditions in recruitment, training, and career progression. We will offer an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the above position and will support reasonable adjustments wherever possible. In addition, whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are male, from black and minority ethnic backgrounds or who have a disability, as these are currently under-represented in our workforce.

We are committed to offering an interview to applicants from the Armed Forces community who meet the minimum criteria for the position. In addition, for those who are successfully appointed from the Armed Forces community, the Trust are committed to recognising previous service and rank in terms of pay, annual leave and other terms and conditions.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment. The policies and practices of the Trust aim to promote an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of all people. At the heart of our policy, we seek to treat people fairly, flexibly and with dignity and respect.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from an Ethnic minority background are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace, that attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Many of our colleagues work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise a fair and equitable process that balances your needs, the needs of our patients and service delivery.

Our Commitment to Safety and Respect - The Trust is a signatory to the NHS Sexual Safety Charter and is committed to a safe, inclusive workplace free from sexual misconduct, harassment, and discrimination.

Thank you for your interest in The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, we look forward to receiving your application for employment.