About this role
Job summary
We are seeking enthusiastic a flexible, highly motivated and experienced radiographer to join our friendly and dynamic cross-sectional team in the beautiful county of Shropshire.
Applications are invited from enthusiastic and pro-active radiographers who are looking to expand their knowledge & develop new skills in CT and MRI. The successful applicants must have a BSc (Hon) Diagnostic Radiography or DCR, and current HCPC registration. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience /skills in either CT or MRI. Full training will be given in both modalities.
Your base hospital will be the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. Work pattern will be 12 hour shifts over a seven day week, giving an excellent work/life balance. The department has 3 MRI scanners (a mixture of Siemens Aera and Sola scanners) and 3 CT scanners (a mixture of Siemens Definition and Edge scanners). We carry out a wide range of scanning including CT/MRI cardiac, enterography, CT colonography, CT intervention and MR breast. You would be expected to rotate through all scanners in the department and our modern, purpose-built imaging hub incorporating new CT and MRI scanners. The department is fully committed to role extension and has practicing Radiographers undertaking Ultrasound, Barium Swallows, CT Colonoscopies and plain film reporting.
Main duties of the job
We are a training site for students from both Birmingham and Keele and have apprentices from Cumbria and Exeter, so you will be expected to be involved in their training and supervision, be enthusiastic about teaching and contribute to a culture of learning.
- To carry out clinical and administrative work as a Senior member of the Radiology team
- Carry out quality CT/ MRI imaging in line departmental protocols
- Support the Modality Superintendent radiographers
- Assisting in training other staff/ students
- To provide a high quality service for patients across the department
- Maintain cannulation skills for the administration of intravenous contrast media
About us
Our Poppy's Promise Commitment
We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.
We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.
Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.
By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Candidate Job Pack.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/BSc in Radiography
- Current HCPC registration
- Current visa to work in UK
Desirable
- CT and or MRI Post graduate qualification
Experience
Essential
- Competency in a broad spectrum of CT scanning
- Competency in a broad spectrum of MRI scanning
- Previous experience of working/ training in an NHS hospital.
Desirable
- Previous experience working as a band 5 or Band 6 Radiographer.
Skills
Essential
- IV Cannulation and administration of IV contrast media
- Good communication skills
- Knowledge of IRMER 2017
- Evidence of computer literacy
- Mentoring students/ new staff
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
Mytton Oak Road
Shrewsbury
SY3 8XQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)