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Main area Radiology Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (weekend working required) Job ref 321-CSS-7075414-B6
Site Abingdon Community Hospitals Town ABINGDON Salary £37,338 - £44,962 Per annum pro rata (8% pay premia) Salary period Yearly Closing 14/04/2025 23:59 Interview date 30/04/2025
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full or part time Band 6 Radiographers to join the Community Radiology Department. We are seeking a radiographer with sound radiographic experience, who will contribute positively and enthusiastically to the professional running and future development of the department and is keen to support the 7 day service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work in the Community Radiology Department, providing support at Abingdon Community Hospital, working with the team to deliver a high standard of care. The post holder may also be required to rotate to the other Community Hospital sites at Bicester and Witney, as required.
Abingdon Radiology department offers a 7 day a week X-Ray (plain film only) service for the Minor Injuries Unit, Hospital wards and as well as walk in service for GP and outpatient referrals.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POST:
To work as part of the imaging department team providing a comprehensive and effective diagnostic radiographic service, carrying out specific responsibilities commensurate with a senior grade.
To contribute to a working environment in which patients can obtain optimum care.
To undertake highly skilled clinical work in X-ray.
To provide guidance, supervision and support and participate in the training of Trainee Assistant Practitioners, Student Radiographers and act as a mentor for newly qualified staff.
To independently assess each patient and adapt radiographic techniques according to the needs of the patient.
To use professional discretion and experience to ensure that clinical practice is performed professionally and within the legal framework.
Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
* BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent qualification in Radiography
* State Registered Radiographer
* Evidence of managing workloads in a busy department.
* Sound knowledge of the NHS
* Evidence of relevant personal professional development in Radiography
Experience
* Red Dot Course
COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. While COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated.
Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.
Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.
Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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