Senior Radiographer - NHS
Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and flexible radiographer to join the Radiology team at Kettering General Hospital.We can offer you a varied and interesting daily workload working in A/E, general rooms, theatre, fluoroscopy and at our 3 satellite departments.
This is an exciting time to join our team as we expand and improve our service.
Main duties of the job- To work a rotation through the Radiology rooms, conducting examinations using a range of equipment both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi-professional team
- To support other Radiographers, admin & clerical staff, radiology assistants and students whilst working in the Radiology departments.
- To carry out the full range of imaging /duties, to a consistently high standard.
To participate in the rosters to deliver a 24/7 service in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures.
Working for our organisation
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people.We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values:
Compassion
Respect
Integrity
Courageous
Accountable
Detailed job description and main responsibilities- To work a rotation through the Radiology rooms, conducting examinations using a range of equipment both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi-professional team
- To support other Radiographers, admin & clerical staff, radiology assistants and students whilst working in the Radiology departments.
- To carry out the full range of imaging /duties, to a consistently high standard.
To participate in the rosters to deliver a 24/7 service in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures.
Details of the full job description and person specification are available to view when you click to apply for the vacancy and click on the about this job link and the documents will be attached at the bottom of the screen.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- BSc Radiography or equivalent
- Registered with HCPC
- Evidence of CPD
Experience
Essential criteria- Experience in all aspects of general radiography
- Dealing with Ill/Injured/anxious patients
- Experience working in/training in an NHS hospital
Skills and knowledge
Essential criteria- Excellent communication skills
- Understand the IR(ME)R 2017 and how to implement them
- Able to prioritise workload
- Good eye for detail/accuracy
- Able to work alone and as part of a team
Flexible appraoch to work
Essential criteria- Flexibility to cover shifts across 7days/24 hours
- Adaptable to rota amendments due to staffing requirements.
Important Information
Applications will be transferred to TRAC system, by completing an application your are giving authorisation for the transfer of your data.
Correspondence regarding your application will be sent to you via a TRAC system account.
We are an equal opportunities employer, which aims to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.
We welcome applications from members of our black and minority ethnic (BME) communities, especially in relation to senior posts within at KGH.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
Appointments will be made on merit.
In submitting an application form, you authorise Kettering General Hospital (KGH) NHS Foundation Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR) Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process. Including factual reference, occupational health clearance and statutory and mandatory training record.
If you need to have a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check, as a requirement of the role, you will be required to repay the cost of obtaining a DBS check (£49.50) and this amount will be reclaimed from your first salary. From 1st February 2019 all new starters to the Trust are required to join the DBS update service as per Trust DBS Re-checking Policy which has an annual cost of £16.New employees who do not join the update service will be required to pay £49.50 for a new DBS check in 3 years time.
Please note that news starters with KGH are subject to a six month probationary period.
Please ensure that the information you provide on your application form is correct, accurate and that nothing has been omitted. Any information that is stated in your application form in relation to qualifications/training courses/work/education experience/references must be able to be evidenced.Failure to do so may result if your offer being withdrawn.
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We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone’s full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
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