Job overview
Due to investment in a second X-ray room, we are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced Specialist Radiographer to join our friendly Imaging Team at Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital. Our department consists of a two well-equipped digital X-ray rooms and brand new Ultrasound and Bone Densitometry suites. The department performs a wide range of X-ray examinations from a variety of referral sources including Primary Care, Musculoskeletal services and the Minor Injury Unit on-site. We provide an X-ray and Ultrasound service for the local population and Bone Densitometry scanning for a wider population within West Sussex. There may be opportunities to develop your skills and train to perform and report DEXA scans within the department.
As a member of the team you will be helping us to provide a responsive and efficient service in keeping with our Foundation Trust vision and values. You will be able to display excellent interpersonal skills with a caring patient-centred and flexible approach to work. We are looking for full time staff (37.5 hours per week) but will accept applications from those looking for part-time hours also. Our current working hours are 8.30-5pm Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays) but this may change in the future if Agenda for Change 7 day working is implemented.
Main duties of the job
To carry out x-ray examinations which comply with the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR99) and the ionising Radiations (Medical exposure) Regulations 2017 [IR(ME)R2017], ensuring good practice in accordance with the guidelines set by the Royal College of Radiologists and the College of Radiographers.
Perform imaging examinations and care for patients during these examinations, respecting their rights of privacy and confidentially, thereby providing a high quality service to both patients and clinicians.
To be able to work independently, work within a clearly defined set of department protocols and make informed clinical decisions in the absence of a Radiologist.
To ensure patient confidentiality and data protection within the Trusts guidelines.
Undertake the quality assurance testing of equipment as part of daily routine if required
To abide by the Trusts Health and Safety Policy to ensure safe practice whilst manual and patient handling, working with radiation, hazardous chemicals, noxious fumes and bodily fluids.
To observe the provisions of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, always maintaining a safe system of work and reporting any hazards.
To report any incident involving staff, patients or visitors to the Imaging Service Manager.
To know and comply with local policies and procedures.
Working for our organisation
Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust (SCFT) is the largest community healthcare provider in Sussex.
SCFT is an inclusive employer that promotes equality and challenges discrimination, and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. Applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, disabled candidates and LGBT+ candidates are particularly encouraged, to ensure the Trust’s workforce reflects the diverse communities it serves.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Communication and Working Relationships
To communicate with patients, clients and visitors in a polite and respectful manner reflecting their level of understanding and taking into account any barriers.
To communicate and liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary team in a polite and professional manner relating to patient management and care.
To notify the referrer of any abnormal findings in an appropriate manner within guidelines.
To be able to supervise the work of newly qualified staff, bank staff and assistants and to provide training where necessary to staff/students .
Key Responsibilities
To supervise the work of, bank staff and imaging assistants and to provide training where necessary to staff/students.
To fully participate in the Trust’s appraisal system review and personal development planning process on an annual basis.
Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with line manager as part of the personal development planning process.
To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.
To contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the teams in which he/she works.
To undertake any other duties at the request of the line manager which are commensurate with the role, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover.
Main Tasks
To carry out x-ray examinations which comply with the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR99) and the ionising Radiations (Medical exposure) Regulations 2017 [IR(ME)R2017], ensuring good practice in accordance with the guidelines set by the Royal College of Radiologists and the College of Radiographers.
Perform imaging examinations and care for patients during these examinations, respecting their rights of privacy and confidentially, thereby providing a high quality service to both patients and clinicians.
To be able to work independently, work within a clearly defined set of department protocols and make informed clinical decisions in the absence of a Radiologist.
To ensure patient confidentiality and data protection within the Trusts guidelines.
Undertake the quality assurance testing of equipment as part of daily routine if required
To abide by the Trusts Health and Safety Policy to ensure safe practice whilst manual and patient handling, working with radiation, hazardous chemicals, noxious fumes and bodily fluids.
To observe the provisions of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, always maintaining a safe system of work and reporting any hazards.
To report any incident involving staff, patients or visitors to the Imaging Service Manager.
To know and comply with local policies and procedures.
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This post may close earlier than the published closing date if sufficient applications are received.
Correspondence relating to this vacancy will be conducted electronically. If you have not heard from us within two weeks please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please ensure that you check your emails, including your junk folder, on a regular basis. References will be requested electronically as well; please ensure you provide correct contact details for referees.
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