Band 6 Rotational Radiographer - Vascular Imaging

To competently undertake radiographic techniques, planning and prioritising own workload and acting in an advisory role when supervising other staff. To have an understanding of vascular imaging or cardiac imaging. To be able to maintain a high quality of work and complete consideration for the patient. To be a good example to and train radiographers, student radiographers and other health care workers and help them to develop into skilled considerate workers. To be responsible for a designated aspect of the Imaging Department. This is a rotational role within Imaging to include vascular and another speciality. The Trust has implemented a shift system and is moving towards fully 7 day working. Willingness to work within a flexible work pattern will be required.

To competently carry out general, fluoroscopy and theatre imaging examinations. To undertake vascular +/- cardiac imaging with some understanding of the role.

To ensure that all examinations are justified as per the IR(ME)R 2000 Regulations and fulfil the role of operator. To minimise radiation dose levels as low as reasonably practicable.

To display a high degree of precision and hand eye coordination to produce accurate images in a timely manner.

To participate in the out of hours emergency service on a rota basis. Including working single-handed to maintain radiographic cover cross hospital, inclusive of Accident Service and the Operating Theatres. To provide first line advice to medical and nursing staff on imaging procedures during emergency hours. To carry and respond to the emergency bleep.

To ensure integrity of data quality on the computer systems and report errors to appropriate lead person.

To be responsible for a specific aspect of the X-ray department. This will include the practical and theoretical training of staff and students in this area.

To be responsible for the safe use of expensive specialised equipment. This will entail monitoring and maintaining in good working order. Evaluate the problem, and report any faults to a more senior radiographer.

To participate in departmental research and audit.

To regularly participate in the departments quality control procedures including reject analysis and equipment testing.

To maintain a high level of professionalism and adhering to departmental rules and policies at all times.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

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