Radiographer

Nuclearinst; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Newark on Trent is seeking enthusiastic radiographers to join their friendly departments. The role involves performing x-ray examinations and other radiological duties in a supportive environment with ongoing professional development. Radiographers will benefit from mentorship and CPD opportunities, contributing to a renowned Trust that values employee wellbeing and career progression.

Qualifications

• Must have current HCPC registration.
• Effective communication of complex information to patients and staff.
• Understanding of Health and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform x-ray examinations to high standards.
• Participate in quality assurance and training of students.
• Maintain infection control standards.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Infection Control

Education

Radiography degree or DCRR

Job description

We are currently looking for enthusiastic radiographers to work in our busy, friendly departments at both King's Mill Hospital and Newark Hospital, where we are committed to CPD and career development. You will gain experience in all aspects of general radiography, CT rotation, including accident and emergency work and orthopaedic radiography. There will be a requirement to participate in the out of hours rota after an appropriate period of induction. We provide support for newly qualified radiographers with mentors and in house training plus CPD.

The successful applicant must:
Have current HCPC registration

Hold Radiography degree or DCRR

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Perform x-ray examinations to a high standard, whilst observing the Ionising Radiations Regulations 17 and the Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposures) Regulations 2017 and the Local rules.

Communicate effectively in an appropriate manner, complex information to patients, relatives and staff concerning radiological examinations

Be aware of the responsibilities placed on him/her under the Health and safety at Work Act, 1974 and subsequent Health and Safety legislations

Deliver and maintain a high quality service, by participation in the department's Quality Assurance and Standards setting programmes, and by updating skills and knowledge on a continuing basis and maintaining a Personal Development Portfolio.

Undertake audits and assessment of own practice.

Maintain levels of cleanliness and infection control to meet with the Trust’s Infection Control Policies.

Participate, on a rota basis, for most radiological examinations in the department, (which may include CT and Nuclear Medicine at KMH and CT at NWK), and also theatre and mobile work.

Report all malfunctions and breakdowns of equipment in accordance with departmental policy and IRR17.

Participate in the training of student radiographers in accordance with guidance from affiliated universities.

Thank you for your interest in this role.

Sherwood Forest Hospitals is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here and we are the Health Service Journal’s Trust of the Year in 2020.

The Care Quality Commission rated King’s Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall we are rated Outstanding for care.

For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England.

Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients, we also care for you.

We would love you to join us.

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