NHS
Job title:
Band 6 Radiographer
Company
NHS
Job description
An exciting band 6 opportunity has arisen at Yeovil District Hospital, working in a busy and forward thinking radiology department.We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated radiographer who is passionate about projectional imaging, with good leadership and organisational skills.Yeovil District Hospital demonstrates high standards in patient safety, staff well being, and clinical governance.We offer a robust preceptorship programme and a wide range of CPD opportunities, both within the department and through the online learning platform for the trust.The trust has a supportive well being programme available to all staff, and the department has well being champions offering immediate support.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will co-ordinate x-ray services liaising with the Site Lead Yeovil and the Deputy Clinical Lead Radiography, Consultant Radiologists, Radiographers, HCAs, Porters, Clerical staff and other relevant staff as required.To take a leading role in the specialised team performing plain film imaging.To work unsupervised & independently to provide high standard plain film imaging within written protocols and guidelines.To remain updated of both local and national changes of practice which may lead to departmental service developments.To undertake student assessments. To include student radiographers.This post will include rotation from Yeovil Hospital to peripheral sites if required.This post holder will be required to undertake out-of-hours duties, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays duties.About usAs an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone’s throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.Date posted06 March 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£37,338 to £44,962 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number184-OL-PU-2060Job locationsYeovil District HospitalHigher KingstonYeovilSomersetBA21 4ATJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached detailed job description for further information about this Band 6 Radiographer role. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached detailed job description for further information about this Band 6 Radiographer role.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
- Degree of equivalent in diagnostic radiography.
- Registered with the HCPC.
Desirable
- Post Graduate CPD.
ExperienceEssential
- Minimum of 18 months post qualification radiographic experience.
Desirable
- NHS experience.
- The ability to work unsupervised.
- Working with and supervising student radiographers.
Additional CriteriaEssential
- Ability to plan and prioritise own and departmental workload.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change and new ways of working.
- Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative.
- Ability to head and work as part of a small team.
Desirable
- Detailed knowledge of general radiography techniques, x-ray and IT equipment, medical terminology, radiation regulations and image appearances.
- Previous Image Interpretation Courses for example red dot courses.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
- Degree of equivalent in diagnostic radiography.
- Registered with the HCPC.
Desirable
- Post Graduate CPD.
ExperienceEssential
- Minimum of 18 months post qualification radiographic experience.
Desirable
- NHS experience.
- The ability to work unsupervised.
- Working with and supervising student radiographers.
Additional CriteriaEssential
- Ability to plan and prioritise own and departmental workload.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Flexible attitude to service provision and enthusiasm for change and new ways of working.
- Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative.
- Ability to head and work as part of a small team.
Desirable
- Detailed knowledge of general radiography techniques, x-ray and IT equipment, medical terminology, radiation regulations and image appearances.
- Previous Image Interpretation Courses for example red dot courses.
Expected salary
£37338 – 44962 per year
Location
Yeovil, Somerset
Job date
Mon, 10 Mar 2025 05:46:51 GMT
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