Job summary
Internal applicants
Hereford County Hospital is a busy district general hospital serving the population of Herefordshire, Powys and parts of Shropshire. We currently have vacancies within our team in Radiology for an experienced advanced practitioner radiographer to join our friendly team. This is a unique opportunity to join our existing team of advanced practitioner radiographers in plain film reporting.
The Radiology department in Hereford has undergone significant changes over the last 7 years since entering into a partnership with Philips and you will have the opportunity to work with up to date technology.
This post offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of our Community Treatment and Diagnostic Centre, due to open in September 2025 in Hereford.
The Community Diagnostic Centre will incorporate Imaging (Plain X-ray, ultrasound, CT and MRI), a range of cardiorespiratory investigations and pathology services in a "one stop" location to obtain diagnostic information.
Successful candidates will work at the Hereford County Hospital site in rotation between the hospital site and our CDC site which will open in 2025 and be expected to support in 24/7 cover for the department.
Prospective candidates are welcome to have an informal discussion with Mrs Leah Hughes (Operational Clinical Lead Radiographer) on 01432 364450
Main duties of the job
To undertake appendicular and axial image reporting on own initiative as appropriate to ensure a smooth and efficient reporting service. The post holder will ensure the provision of the highest standards of practice and patient care, in accordance with standards, procedures and protocols.
To contribute to the delivery of a high quality Radiology Service across the Trust including service re-design and development of the Radiology Department.
About us
Wye Valley NHS Trust is a member of an NHS Foundation Group with South Warwickshire NHS FT and the George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust.
Located on the border with Wales in the shadow of the Black Mountains, we provide acute and community services across Herefordshire and into parts of Powys and run Hereford County Hospital and the community hospitals in Bromyard, Leominster and Ross-on-Wye.
We are a progressive and forward looking trust with ambitious plans to improve quality and integrate patient pathways through close collaborative working with our partners to deliver the quality of care we would want for our family and friends.
More than 3,500 people work for the Trust they tell us it's a great place to work, blending the busyness of a DGH with the benefits of working in a beautiful rural and unspoilt county like Herefordshire.
We can offer a great work-life balance and have a fine tradition of working with staff to help them achieve their full potential.
Russell Hardy, Trust Chairman: The strength of the Trust is its amazing staff; a great place to work, a great place to develop your career and a great place to reach your potential.
Our values -Care, Accountability, Respect and Excellence - are at the heart of all we do. We believe in providing the right care in the right place at the right time all the time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification for detailed description of main duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- B Sc Diagnostic Radiography Degree or equivalent
- Post graduate qualification in MSK reporting (appendicular and axial)
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Cannulation Certificate
- Post Graduate Certificate in Chest Reporting
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of PACS and RIS systems
- Ability to prioritise and work well under pressure
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to support teaching of student radiographers/registrars and other clinical staff
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years experience in general radiography
- Evidence of working across multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of decision making at a senior level
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
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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
Wye Valley NHS Trust
Address
Hereford County Hospital
Stonebow Road
Hereford
HR1 2ER
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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