About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Band 5 Radiographer to join our patient centered team of friendly Radiology staff at Royal Glamorgan Hospital.
The department has four general rooms, two CT scanners, two MRI scanners, ultrasound, mammography, nuclear medicine and interventional departments. We have replaced all our CR equipment within the hospital and at our satellite site with new Samsung DR units.
Royal Glamorgan Hospital has a major accident and emergency unit and is a regional diagnostic hub with a significant role in early diagnostics and ambulatory care. You will be involved in delivering the single cancer pathway where GP CXR's are hot reported providing the patient their results while they are in the department. This significantly reduces the referral to treatment time for the patient.
Newly qualified band 5 Radiographer's complete a three month preceptorship program to support the transition from student to Radiographer.
Continuing Professional Development is actively encouraged together with participation in our Core Audit Programme.
Applicants must possess a BSc (Hon)/ DCR (R) in Diagnostic Radiography and have current HCPC registration at their start date.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work in all aspects of General Radiography including x-ray, fluoroscopy, theatre and mobiles, dental imaging and will also perform non-contrast CT studies.
The post holder will be required to work without direct supervision but will report to senior/Superintendent Radiographer within the department. They will adhere to Radiology guidelines and operating procedures.
You will participate in the Radiology Directorate shift system which involves a mix of 12 hour day and night duties and 7.5 hour shifts. This post is based at Royal Glamorgan Hospital and you will rotate to our satellite site, Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda which has GP and outpatient services along with a busy minor injuries unit. You may also be required to attend other sites within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.
Good communication skills are essential to ensure an effective and safe service to the patients in our care. The successful candidate will be required to liaise with staff across the Health Board.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
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.
The successful candidate will join our team of General X-ray Radiographers who are dedicated in the delivery of a quality service to our stakeholders.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Recent relevant CPD history
Education/qualifications Essential
BSc in Radiography or Equivalent HCPC Registration
Knowledge & Skills Essential
Good Communication Skills Clinical Experience
Desirable
Previous experience using Samsung equipment Welsh language speaking/listening at Level 3 or above
Values Essential
Highly motivated Open to flexibility within the post Keen to progress professionally
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 Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Ynysmaerdy, Pontyclun
Pontyclun
CF72 8XR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)