*** This vacancy is part time for 22.5 hours a week***
The Great Western Hospital are currently looking to expand their Radiology Department to support the recovery and current demand within diagnostics. The Radiology Department has recently undergone a £5.5 million equipment replacement programme including replacement of plain film rooms, CT, Interventional and Mobile equipment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for established Radiographers with NHS experience looking to increase their knowledge and work with state-of-the-art equipment.
Currently offering a 5% recruitment and retention premia.
The Radiology Department undertakes approximately 251,300 examinations a year ranging over a variety of modalities. The successful applicant will be a keen team player who has image quality and patient care high on their agenda with a flexible approach to working hours. The department supports the development of your clinical skills and education, we encourage staff CPD.
The Great Western Hospital conducts diagnostic radiological examinations across a range of clinical specialities, adapting techniques to accommodate a range of patient types; both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multidisciplinary team, in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal requirements.
“Our STAR values – Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect – are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.”
• To work as a CT radiographer including cardiac scans, CT colons, plain film and fluro participation.
• To independently assess and justify referrals under IR(ME)R 2000 following practitioner guidelines where appropriate.
• Able to interpret Clinician’s requirements, to determine the appropriate radiographic imaging technique and ensure that it is performed in accordance with best practice and that the resultant
images are diagnostic.
• To use discretion to work outside of departmental standards when clinical circumstances necessitate i.e. undertaking additional or specialist techniques
Please read attached job description for further details.
This advert closes on Tuesday 18 Feb 2025
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