Diagnostic Radiographer

Job overview

The is a Fixed term 12 months Maternity cover post.

We are seeking a radiographer with sound radiographic experience, who will contribute positively and enthusiastically to the professional running and future development of the department. The post is suitable for a radiographer keen to experience a wide range of modalities and keen to support and develop the 7 day service whilst working with state of the art equipment and optimising image techniques across clinical and research fields. The post will involve rotation through modalities such as CT, Interventional Radiology and General X-ray. Other rotations could be given consideration depending on individual experience and service requirements.

Out of hours, weekend working and night shifts will be required depending on rotations.

Main duties of the job

The post is suitable for a radiographer keen to experience a wide range of modalities and keen to support and develop the 7 day service whilst working with state of the art equipment and optimising image techniques across clinical and research fields.

The post would involve rotation through modalities such as CT, Interventional Radiology and General X-ray. Other rotations including PET/CT and Nuclear medicine could be given consideration depending on individual experience and service requirements.

Out of hours, weekend working and night shifts will be required depending on rotations.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.

Person specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential criteria

• BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent qualification in Radiography
• State Registered Radiographer.
• Reasonable post graduate experience.
• CPD portfolio.

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of managing workloads in a busy department.
• Use of GE platform
• Sound knowledge of the NHS.
• Evidence of relevant personal professional development in Radiography.
• IV cannulation course.
• Evidence of experience in radiographic imaging, particularly CT, MR or interventional imaging.

Attributes

Essential criteria

• Positive role model.
• Team player.
• Ability to use initiative and manage time effectively.
• Highly motivated for self and others
• Ability to tailor care to patient type.

Desirable criteria

• Good interpersonal skills, with both patients and staff
• Evidence of a proactive approach to change and developing clinical practice.

Attainments and knowledge

Essential criteria

• Evidence of personal development.
• Extensive anatomical knowledge.
• Knowledge of pathological processes.

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of teaching / training of staff within radiography.

Special Attributes

Essential criteria

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to use initiative.
• Able to cope under pressure.
• Ability to think logically

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

Please note that this job advertisement will close automatically once the application limit is reached, regardless of whether this occurs before the advertised closing date.

Documents to download

• Band 6 rotational radiographer (PDF, 515.9KB)
• Band 6 Rotational Radiographer Person Specification (PDF, 207.8KB)