Senior Radiographer – Mammography (Bank)

Circle Health Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Bank shifts covering busy periods

Job summary

Circle Health Group's Meriden Hospital in Coventry seeks a Senior Radiographer to join the Imaging Department on a bank basis, providing cover during busy periods and annual leave.

You will perform general and specialised radiographic procedures, adhere to IRMER and safety policies, maintain low radiation dose while achieving high-quality images, and participate in training and peer review.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in acute healthcare settings.
• Strong patient care and communication skills.
• Eligibility for UK Breast Imaging certification.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in efficient, safe operation of Imaging Department with high-quality service.
• Perform general and specialised radiographic procedures within scope of competence.
• Use techniques to minimize radiation dose while ensuring diagnostic quality.
• Observe Local Rules and Radiation Safety Policies & Procedures.
• Participate in supervision, training and peer review.

Skills

I.V. contrast injections

Patient care

Radiography experience

Equipment safety and radiation

Education

Degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography

HCPC registration

UK Breast Imaging certificate

Job description

Senior Radiographer – Mammography (Bank)

Senior Radiographer - Mammography (Bank)
Meriden Hospital
Bank Shifts
Salary: Up to £30.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

The Meriden Hospital in Coventry is part of Circle Health Group , Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Senior Radiographer to join their team of staff in theImagingdepartment.

This is a bank role working on an "as and when required" basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Duties of this role include:

• You actively participate in the efficient and safe operation of the Imaging Department, providing a consistent, high-quality service to all patients and visitors.
• You carry out general and specialised radiographic procedures within your scope of competence as agreed with the Clinical Services Manager - Imaging / Clinical Lead to high technical and quality standards, assessing patients & interpreting clinical requirements to determine appropriate radiographic techniques.
• You undertake imaging examinations in line with department operational procedures and policies, using techniques that produce the lowest radiation dose to the patient and staff whilst producing high quality, diagnostic images.
• You practice good radiation, protection and safety and observe Local Rules and Systems of Work.
• You comply with departmental IRMER and Radiation Safety Policies & Procedures.
• You participate in supervision, training and peer review within your area of competence / expertise.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Previous experience working within the acute healthcare sector.
• Experience of customer care, including interacting with challenging customers and situations.
• Can undertake I.V. contrast injections.
• A Degree or Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography.
• Healthcare Professionals Council (HCPC) registration.
• A general radiographic background / training.
• Must have UK Breast Imaging certificate.

Salary & Benefits:

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.

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