Radiographer

Inhealth; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Learning and development

Employee assistance

Job summary

InHealth is recruiting a Radiographer to join our Weston Super Mare team, with cross-sectional work across MRI, CT and X-ray. The role covers 3x12 hour shifts, 36 hours per week, and supports Bristol as needed within our Community Diagnostic Centre network.

You will contribute to a fast-paced, patient-centred service, using your MRI/CT knowledge and imaging skills. Opportunities for development and flexible working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• BSc Radiography or equivalent.
• Membership of HCPC and valid registration.
• Strong understanding of MRI and CT physics and imaging techniques.
• Experience with patient care in radiography and multi-modality settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality MRI, CT and X-ray imaging to support patient care.
• Perform QA checks on imaging equipment and maintain safety standards.
• Triage referrals and assist with patient bookings and records.
• Work within data protection and GDPR guidelines.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team to support service delivery.

Skills

BSc Radiography

HCPC Registration

MRI knowledge

CT knowledge

Patient care

Education

BSc Radiography or equivalent

Tools

PACS

RIS

Job description

About the role

Hours: Monday-Sunday, 36 hours a week, 3x12hr shifts

Location: Weston

InHealth sees more than 5 million patients each year and diagnostic imaging is one of the busiest services that we provide.

Following the Michael Richards report, in which it was highlighted that diagnostic services should be delivered taking a new approach to provide more accessibility to people in the community away from acute settings, we at InHealth are excited to be partnering with the NHS to develop new Community Diagnostic Centres to support this vison, and recently have opened a number of brand new CDCs across the UK.

Right now, we are looking to recruit a Radiographer, to join our team in Weston SuperMare, supporting Bristol as needed. This role will be cross sectional working across MRI, CT and X-ray and we appreciate your experience may be stronger in certain modalities. This role will focus on MRI or CT

What you will do:

• As a Radiographer you will be responsible for ensuring our patients receive the best standard of care while generating high-quality images to support their healthcare pathway. You will deliver an effective and professional service, working alongside your colleagues in a dynamic and fast paced environment

What you are responsible for:

• Providing a great experience for patients attending MRI, CT and Xray, supporting them through the process from referral to results
• Running quality assurance checks on equipment and action as appropriate
• Respecting and working within patient's and service users' customs, values and spiritual beliefs, making sure their views are sought and taken into account
• Performing triage functions of referrals, as required
• Supporting patient bookings and making sure patient information systems are maintained with accurate and up-to-date information
• Completing competency assessments
• Adhering to all operational procedures
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Sharing knowledge and clinical experience with the wider team to support each other's growth and development.

We are looking for someone who has:

• BSc Radiography or equivalent
• Membership of an appropriate professional body and holds a valid registration (HCPC)
• A good understanding of fundamental MRI and CT physics and different scanning techniques and sequences
• A proven knowledge of the requirements of a radiographer's role regarding the care of patients, their careers and other colleagues
• A high level of professionalism and technical standard of work
• Aptitude towards improving quality
• The ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of the implications of the Data Protection Act, Caldicott Principles and GDPR
• A flexible approach to work and able to work across 7 days (Mon-Sun)
• A strong team player attitude, being supportive, caring, reliable and trustworthy
• The ability to be calm when working under pressure and in a busy environment
• A positive attitude, taking pride in their work and is passionate about the service they provide
• The passion for developing their career in radiography and working towards new milestones.

You should apply if you have experience:

• Working with MRI/ CT and Xray equipment in either a hospital, community or mobile setting
• In basic and routine MRI and/or CT examinations, with the ambition to learn more complex scans
• In different courses such as infection control training, manual handling, basic life support
• Scanning with contrast, or be looking to develop this skill
• In health and safety policies and procedures with imaging equipment
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team.

What's in it for you

We offer a fantastic benefits package, which is available through a mobile-enabled rewards platform, called InJoy. This is your place to access thousands of offers and discounts on a wide range of products and services relating to: fashion, travel, eating out, technology, leisure and more!

In addition to this, we also offer:

• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Generous company contribution pension scheme
• Private medical insurance options
• Life assurance
• Hybrid and flexible working opportunities
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities
• 24/7 access to a dedicated well-being hub and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Monthly award programme and online peer-to-peer recognition
• Long service recognition, with vouchers and additional annual leave
• Refer a friend bonus
• Discounts on InHealth's healthcare services
• Smart tech, Cycle to Work and thousands of discounts and cashback options
• Paid-for professional memberships and more!

Making sure our people are happy at work is one of our main priorities, which means giving them as many opportunities as we can to support their personal and professional growth. We also have an innovative approach to personal and professional development, helping you to be the best version of you and giving you a real career pathway.

About us

InHealth is the UK's largest specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions. Our aim is to make healthcare better for patients by working collaboratively with the NHS to deliver a range of high-quality tests, scans, assessments and procedures. In the last year, we have supported more than 5 million people in their healthcare journeys, the majority of these are NHS patients and service users.

As a people-focused organisation, our teams are integral in how we deliver our services and our values of Trust, Passion, Care and Fresh Thinking underpin everything we do, influencing the way we interact with patients, customers, and colleagues.

Our mission is to provide high-quality services within local communities to over 7 million patients by 2030. We are committed to ensuring that patients receive a positive experience, maintaining a 97% patient satisfaction rate.

InHealth is an equal opportunities employer.