The Alexandra Hospital in Cheadle Is part of Circle Health Group, Britains 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 the Imaging department. 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. • You charge for all Imaging services in line with Charging Guidelines and fulfil all the charging / billing requirements of the hospital. • You comply with the imaging department Radiation Policies, SOPs & WIs. • You comply with all relevant mandatory training. 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. • ADegreeor Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography. • Healthcare Professionals Council (HCPC) registration. • A general radiographic background / training. • IT systems familiarity e.g. RIS / PACS. • Awareness of College of Radiographers and HCPC Code of Conduct / Accountability. • Successful completion of the Circle Health Group PGD training and comply with the associated PGD. • Applicant must be a mammographer oradvancedpractitioner mammographer in order to assist in covering breast clinics and assist with vacuum assisted biopsies.