Radiographer

Barts Health Nhs Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Barts Health NHS Trust is seeking a suitably qualified Diagnostic Radiographer to join our experienced imaging team in east London. You will rotate through ED, general x-ray, fluoroscopy and theatres, delivering high-quality patient care and supporting a 24/7, 365-day service.

Applicants must hold a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or the Diploma of the College of Radiographers, and be registered with HCPC. The role requires participation in the department's shift pattern, including out-of-hours,

Qualifications

• BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or Diploma of the College of Radiographers.
• HCPC registration is required.
• Willing to participate in 24/7 AfC shift pattern including out-of-hours.
• Open to experienced Band 5 radiographers and newly qualified radiographers.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate and develop radiographic skills within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
• Perform a wide range of x-ray examinations to a high standard.
• Rotate through ED, general x-ray, fluoroscopy, and theatres.
• Provide supervision to assistant practitioners, imaging assistants, students, and visitors.
• Ensure patient flow and same-day imaging for emergencies and in-patients.

Education

BSc in Diagnostic Radiography

Diploma of the College of Radiographers

Job description

• The successful candidate will have the opportunity to consolidate and develop their radiographic skills while working as part of an experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team.


• Working within a multi-disciplinary team the post-holder will contribute to the safe and effective running of the imaging department and will be able to perform a wide range of x-ray examinations to a high standard.


• The post holder will be required to rotate through ED and general x-ray, fluoroscopy, and theatres and they will participate in the delivery of a 24/7, 365 service. The post holder will offer supervision to assistant practitioners, imaging assistants, students/apprentices and visitors to the imaging department.


• The post holder will ensure patient flow in the trust by actively participating in the the flow of emergency and in-patients to ensure same day imaging.


• The post holder will be key in ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and experience. The post holder at all time will demonstrate a high level of professionalism and act in accordance with the HCPC standards of proficiency. Furthermore, they are expected to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with other staff members characterized by trust, mutual respect and open, honest communication. We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified, ambitious and motivated Diagnostic Radiographer to join our highly skilled and friendly imaging team, delivering excellent patient care at Barts Health NHS Trust.

Applicants must hold a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or the Diploma of the College of Radiographers, or an equivalent recognised qualification. Applicants must also be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). The post holder will be required to participate in the department's 24/7, 365-day Agenda for Change (AfC) shift pattern, including out-of-hours, weekend and night working as required. We welcome applications from both experienced Band 5 radiographers and newly qualified radiographers looking to begin and develop their careers within a large, diverse and supportive NHS organisation.

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm‑free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.