Diagnostic Radiographer

Job description

Job summary

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) provides a full range of general acute, outpatient and diagnostic services at The Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, the Herts and Essex Hospital in Bishops Stortford, and St Margarets Hospital in Epping. Our Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at the St Margarets site in Epping which offers further CT, X-ray, MRI and Ultrasound services.We employ 3,500 staff and serve a local population of around 350,000 people living in west Essex and east Hertfordshire, centred on the M11 corridor and the towns of Harlow, Bishops Stortford and Epping. Our extended catchment area incorporates a population of up to 500,000 and includes the areas of Hoddesdon, Cheshunt and Broxbourne in Hertfordshire.
Main duties of the job

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 5 Radiographer to join our progressive and supportive Imaging Department. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of highquality diagnostic radiography services across a range of clinical areas, supporting a 24/7 imaging model (including weekends, nigh shifts and evenings).You will work across multiple modalities and locations, including:General XrayA&E / Trauma ImagingMobile RadiographyTheatresCT (with full training provided)Sites include: Princess Alexandra Hospital, Herts and Essex Hospital, and St Margarets Hospital.Comprehensive training will be provided in CT, including the preparation of patients for CT Colonography. Staff with a particular interest will have the opportunity to develop further in advanced CT imaging, including Cardiac CT.The Trust is committed to supporting continuous professional development and offers clear pathways for clinical and career progression within a friendly and forwardthinking team.
About us

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) provides a full range of general acute, outpatient and diagnostic services at The Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, the Herts and Essex Hospital in Bishop's Stortford, and St Margaret's Hospital in Epping. Our Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at the St Margaret's site in Epping which offers further CT, X-ray, MRI and Ultrasound services.

We employ 3,500 staff and serve a local population of around 350,000 people living in west Essex and east Hertfordshire, centred on the M11 corridor and the towns of Harlow, Bishop's Stortford and Epping. Our extended catchment area incorporates a population of up to 500,000 and includes the areas of Hoddesdon, Cheshunt and Broxbourne in Hertfordshire.

Job overview

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 5 Radiographer to join our progressive and supportive Imaging Department. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of highquality diagnostic radiography services across a range of clinical areas, supporting a 24/7 imaging model (including weekends, nigh shifts and evenings).

You will work across multiple modalities and locations, including:

• General Xray
• A&E / Trauma Imaging
• Mobile Radiography
• Theatres
• CT (with full training provided)

Sites include: Princess Alexandra Hospital, Herts and Essex Hospital, and St Margaret's Hospital.

Comprehensive training will be provided in CT, including the preparation of patients for CT Colonography. Staff with a particular interest will have the opportunity to develop further in advanced CT imaging, including Cardiac CT.

The Trust is committed to supporting continuous professional development and offers clear pathways for clinical and career progression within a friendly and forwardthinking team.

Job description
Job responsibilities

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) provides a full range of general acute, outpatient and diagnostic services at The Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, the Herts and Essex Hospital in Bishop's Stortford, and St Margaret's Hospital in Epping. Our Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at the St Margaret's site in Epping which offers further CT, X-ray, MRI and Ultrasound services.

We employ 3,500 staff and serve a local population of around 350,000 people living in west Essex and east Hertfordshire, centred on the M11 corridor and the towns of Harlow, Bishop's Stortford and Epping. Our extended catchment area incorporates a population of up to 500,000 and includes the areas of Hoddesdon, Cheshunt and Broxbourne in Hertfordshire.

Job overview

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 5 Radiographer to join our progressive and supportive Imaging Department. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of highquality diagnostic radiography services across a range of clinical areas, supporting a 24/7 imaging model (including weekends, nigh shifts and evenings).

You will work across multiple modalities and locations, including:

• General Xray
• A&E / Trauma Imaging
• Mobile Radiography
• Theatres
• CT (with full training provided)

Sites include: Princess Alexandra Hospital, Herts and Essex Hospital, and St Margaret's Hospital.

Comprehensive training will be provided in CT, including the preparation of patients for CT Colonography. Staff with a particular interest will have the opportunity to develop further in advanced CT imaging, including Cardiac CT.

The Trust is committed to supporting continuous professional development and offers clear pathways for clinical and career progression within a friendly and forwardthinking team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration as a Radiographer
• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent

Desirable

• Post-graduate qualification in relevant field
• PACS and/or IT qualifications
• IV Cannulation training

Experience

Essential

• NHS experience as a student or employee
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Experience performing mobile and theatre radiography
• Basic CT experience (placement exposure acceptable)
• Experience working with RIS/PACS

Desirable

• Experience working in a busy acute hospital
• Experience in A&E / Trauma imaging
• Experience working in a busy acute hospital
• Experience in A&E / Trauma imaging

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration as a Radiographer
• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent

Desirable

• Post-graduate qualification in relevant field
• PACS and/or IT qualifications
• IV Cannulation training

Experience

Essential

• NHS experience as a student or employee
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Experience performing mobile and theatre radiography
• Basic CT experience (placement exposure acceptable)
• Experience working with RIS/PACS

Desirable

• Experience working in a busy acute hospital
• Experience in A&E / Trauma imaging
• Experience working in a busy acute hospital
• Experience in A&E / Trauma imaging

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust
Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

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