Employer: University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Royal Derby Hospital
Town: Derby
Salary: £26,530 - £29,114 pro rata pa
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 14/11/2024 23:59
Interview date: 28/11/2024
Band 4
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
We are looking for a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join the imaging department at the Royal Derby Hospital.
The job requires an enthusiastic individual who is willing to get involved and learn new skills. The work is challenging and stimulating and there will be a requirement to do on the job learning for 2 years in partnership with the University of Derby.
Good communication with patients and members of the team in a clear and empathetic manner are essential to join our friendly and dedicated team.
Main duties of the job
The service provides diagnostic imaging at several sites across the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton.
The main element of the job is to produce high quality images of the human body. Our service provides imaging to both elective and acute services. We have a large Emergency Department and Community Diagnostic Centres with a heavy reliance on Imaging, as well as supporting the many out patient and GP services with high quality imaging.
You will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills and be able to provide the best patient care. The role will require both practical ability as well as academic learning.
You will join our dynamic radiographic team and there will be opportunities to progress and learn through our apprenticeship scheme.
There are apprenticeship opportunities in the Plain Film/Dexa and MRI speciality areas.
Working for our organisation
In return we will offer:
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
* On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
Minimum Requirements
* English GCSE Grade C/4 and above or equivalent
* Maths GCSE Grade C/4 and above or equivalent
* Evidence of Healthcare Learning
Experience
* Imaging Department Experience
* NHS Experience
Application Form
* Well written and complete application
* Evidence of knowledge Apprenticeships
* Evidence of knowledge of qualified role
* Evidence of personal and Trust values
* Evidence of patient/customer facing experience
* Evidence of vocational training
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Most of our posts are subject to a DBS check, however having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from obtaining a position. Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.
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