We are looking for a Band 6 to cover maternity leave to work in Plain Film, CT and CBCT and to rotate in the Sussex Community Hospitals. We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and patient focused radiographer to support the Radiology department.

Please note this is a fixed term contract and it is not suitable for overseas applicants.

Main duties of the job

The role will rotate through general, CT and CBCT whilst being supported by experienced radiographers.

When the successful candidate is fully competent there is an expectation to participate in the On call Rota.

About us

Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.

A centre of excellence, with an international reputation for pioneering advanced techniques and treatments. Everything we do is informed by our passion for providing the highest quality care and the best clinical outcomes.

At QVH we are proud of our achievements and our specialist services continue to record excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We regularly receive excellent results from patient satisfaction surveys and on average 98% of inpatients say they would recommend the hospital to their family or friends.

Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Be able to use the full range of radiographic equipment within the departments including general, mobile, CBCT, and fluoroscopy
• To work as part of a professional radiography team providing a high quality diagnostic service
• To maintain a sensitive and courteous approach to all patients
• To develop and improve professional expertise via continuous professional development
• To maintain a safe working environment within the departments
• Clinically supervise and train Student Radiographers during Hospital placements
• Maintain the highest professional standards as set out by the Health Professions Council

The successful applicant once fully trained, will be expected to produce high quality diagnostic images as per the department protocols and policies.

Please see the attached Job Description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• DCR (Diploma of the College of radiographers) or BSC (Bachelor of Science) Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or able to demonstrate specialist knowledge within this field through practical experience
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration

Desirable

• Certificate in Intravenous (IV) Cannulation

Experience

Essential

• At least 1 years Band 5 experience
• Experience of working unsupervised
• Awareness of clinical governance issues in relation to patient care

Desirable

• MRI/CT experience
• Experience of training staff and students

Role extension /CPD

Essential

• CPD - clear recent CPD

Desirable

• CT/MRI related CPD

Employer details

Employer name

Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Victoria Hospital

Holtye Road

East Grinstead

RH19 3DZ

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