Radiographer, Band 6, West Cumberland Hospital, Whitehaven and CDC based in Workington up to 75 hours available.
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint Band 6 Specialist Radiographer (Rotational) to join the team at WCH. The post has a requirement to rotate to the CDC based at Workington
This post is suitable for Radiographers with at least one year post qualifying experience to work on a rotational basis across CT/MRI and plain film.
The work area will be dependant on the role appointed to (according to experience of successful applicant) and would include a combination of the following - main x-ray where you would be expected to participate in all aspects of plain film X-ray including in community sites, Theatres, Fluoroscopy CT and MRI. You must be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to coordinate workflow and a focus on providing a caring, patient centred and flexible approach to work.
We are committed to developing professional practice and positively support personal development for all colleagues.
A 24/7 shift system is in operation at WCH; with rotation across plain film, this includes CT commitments and a requirement to work at the CDC based in Workington undertaking CT/MRI and plain film duties on rota basis (8-8 seven days a week). All staff are expected to work at other sites in the trust, if required, to meet service needs; however this post is based at WCH, Whitehaven.
This post offers a unique opportunity for a highly motivated Radiographer to develop their imaging skills as part of a small dedicated team in a busy District General Hospital. Duties involve rotation through CT/ MRI and plain film X-Ray area of the department which includes plain film, fluoroscopy and theatre imaging.
It is essential that you are flexible and able to work a range of shift patterns that will include long days, evenings, out of hours and weekends according to the needs of the service. A 24/7 shift system is in operation for both CT and plain film at the acute site.
Staff may be asked to cover at other sites when required, this includes community sites where they would be the sole radiographer.
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of safe, high quality care every time:
- Being a clinically led organisation
- Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
- A positive patient experience every time
- A great place to work
- Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP
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Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
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Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period.
Disclosure And Barring Service
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.
The Cost Of The DBS Must Be Met By The Successful Candidate(s) Through Salary Deduction. DBS Charges Are As Follows If Applicable To The Post
Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £5.90 = £27.40. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £5.90 = £55.40. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
NCIC Can Offer Successful Future Employees The Following Benefits
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
NHS Discounts*
Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*
Excellent opportunities for development*
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
Important Information
Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date
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