Applications are invited from suitable candidates for the post of band 6 Radiographer to work within the busy Radiology Directorate at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.

The Band 6 post will be based across the sites of University Hospital of Wales (UHW) and University Hospital of Llandough (UHL) as MRI services are based on both sites.

The service currently consists of GE Signa Premier 3T, 3 x GE Signa Artist 1.5T, and Siemens Magnetom Aera 1.5T. The part-time post consists of 3 x 12.5 hour shifts over 7 days of the week.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated applicant to join our team and for someone who shares the values of the UHB: where we trust and respect each other, where we take personal responsibility, act with integrity and where we treat people with kindness. Staff who work in the UHB care about the people we serve and the people we work with, therefore these are essential attributes the successful candidate must have.

Main duties of the job

To provide high quality images in accordance with Radiation Regulations and departmental protocols and procedures.

To provide comprehensive and effective day to day services within the Radiology Directorate. Plan and prioritise workload in area of responsibility.

To ensure that the daily workload is completed in an efficient manner and that all patients are well cared for.

To supervise work of newly qualified and senior radiographers, radiographic assistants, radiographic helpers, radiography students and other students/ staff

To contribute to service development.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together, and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• DCR/BSc Radiography qualifications
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of Managerial Development

Desirable

• Post-Graduate qualification(s) and formal specialist training
• Research Hons

Experience

Essential

• Exposure to a wide range of imaging systems and processes
• A knowledge of specialist procedures.
• Previous NHS Organisational Experience

Desirable

• Previous and considerable experience of working in MRI

Skills

Essential

• Supervisory skills
• Organisational skills
• Teaching / Presentation skills
• Computing skills
• Counselling skills
• Research skills
• IV Cannulation

Desirable

• Reporting skills
• Initiative
• Skill extensions from previous roles

Special Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of current trends in different imaging modalities specific to their role.
• In depth experience in the NHS environment

Desirable

• Broad appreciation of a wide range of imaging modalities

Personal qualities

Essential

• Leadership skills
• Team worker
• Caring
• Empathetic
• Good communicator

Desirable

• Flexible approach to work
• Evidence of problem solving
• Experience as a researcher
• Experience of working in a Multi-Disciplinary Team (M.D.T.)

Employer details

Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4XW

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

001-AHP205-1224