Radiographer ( Diagnostic)

Together we deliver compassionate, safe care every day and we are looking for an enthusiastic, well-motivated radiographer to join and be a part of our friendly team.

As a new starter you will be provided with a full induction program and allocated a mentor to aid your transition from being a student to a qualified radiographer. In addition, you will have a named preceptor to support you through the preceptorship program. We also have Practice Educators to support both our students and radiographers with their training requirements.

Our band 5 training schedule includes all general areas of radiography, digital fluoroscopy and CT. Other training opportunities will be available to you as they arise. Funded opportunities for CPD are well supported by the department and these include the IV Cannulation and Red Dot courses.

The department comprises general x-ray, A&E x-ray, MRI, Ultrasound, a fluoroscopy unit, an interventional suite, a maxillo-facial unit (including cone beam CT capabilities), and digital mammography. We have 4 CT scanners: a Siemens Somatom, a GE Revolution, a GE Evo and a GE Frontier. We also have community sites providing plain film imaging and Ultrasound at Cranleigh, Haslemere (minor injuries unit), and Milford, as well as a Community Diagnostic Centre providing us with another GE Revolution CT scanner, and 2 additional MRI scanners.

Main duties of the job

All radiographers have the opportunity to contribute to the training of our students from St George's, University of London, and University of Brighton.

We are a 570 bed modern acute hospital situated in the historical town of Guildford. The Trust provides a comprehensive service, with national referrals to several of its specialities. We form one of the four cancer units which make up the Surrey, West Sussex and Hampshire Cancer Network.

To work as part of a multidisciplinary team that undertakes all diagnostic radiographic proceduresTo participate in 7 day working roster which includes in out of hours duties; at all times they will be expected to work within protocolsDemonstrate levels of responsibility and initiative which support junior staff and studentsBe responsible for own CPD and professional and personal development.

The post holder will undertake diagnostic examinations in accordance with IR(ME)R and department protocols:o to be responsible for the authorisation and justification of examinations for plain film imaging relevant to the posto to produce images of diagnostic quality using the lowest possible dose

About us

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.

We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.

Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.

Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

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Job responsibilities

To independently assess and justify examinations under the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations IR (ME) R 2000

To perform imaging examinations at a consistently high technical and professional standard of work, and to evaluate the clinical quality of images produced

Assess, prioritise and organise own workload within assigned area and work within own professional scope of practice

Work independently when providing a standby and on-call service to patients requiring urgent imaging due to trauma or acute illness

Prioritise own workload, depending on the severity of a patient condition and the direct impact on their assessment, diagnosis and /or management

Be responsible for maintaining accurate patient records

Supervise junior members of staff, students and support personnel as required. Teach, assess and report on (for the university) student Radiographers competence on a range of complex diagnostic procedures

Following attendance of a Red Dot course and in line with departmental protocol identify areas(s) of abnormality/ trauma on accident & emergency referral images

Undertake any duties assigned by the management team commensurate with the post.

Ensure all infection control standards are adhered to & high levels of cleanliness are maintained. Ensure that equipment faults/ safety hazards are reported promptly and appropriate action taken

Participate in audit and Quality Assurance programmes, as requested

Participate in Clinical trials and new equipment evaluation, as requested

Comply with the implementation of National standards and policies such as:

Health & Safety, including risk assessment and COSHHRadiation Protection ProceduresIonisation Radiation Medical Exposures) Regulations 2000IR (ME) R-2000

Observe & apply Trust policies, departmental protocols, care group risk management strategy, data protection, Equal opportunities and Codes of practice

Person Specification Qualifications

• Hold an appropriate professional qualification recognised by college of radiographers
• D.C.R or BSc in Diagnostic radiography (3 year F/T degree)
• Registered with HPC (Health Professionals Council)
• Portfolio with evidence of C.P.D

Knoweldge and Experience

• Radiation protection
• IR(ME)R 2000
• Audit
• Knowledge of CR, PACS &RIS Systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£32,602 to £39,686 a yearper annum pro rata including high cost area supplement