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Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
  • London

Requirements

  • - Highly motivated qualified and experienced radiographer
  • - Required to rotate through all sites (Stanmore and Bolsover Street)
  • - Participation in provision of the out of hour’s service
  • - Flexible working to include evening and weekend hours
  • - Involvement in provision of weekdays and weekend on call duties
  • - Opportunity to train in EOS scanner and HiRise Ped CT scanner
  • - Provide high quality diagnostic images whilst ensuring patient care and safety
  • - Manage workload effectively, applying knowledge and skill to produce high quality images and adapt techniques to meet complex patient requirements

Responsibilities

  • - Participation in provision of the out of hour’s service is required, as is flexible working to include evening and weekend hours.
  • - The post holder will also be involved in the provision of weekdays and weekend on call duties.
  • - The post holder will mainly work in Outpatients /In-patient general x-ray area, fluoroscopy, theatres, EOS scanning, HiRise Ped CT scanning and DXA depending on the needs of the department.
  • - You will be expected to provide high quality diagnostic images whilst ensuring patient care and safety is paramount.
  • - You will work closely with other members of the team including radiologists, radiographers and assistants and will be involved in the teaching of students and more junior members of staff.
  • - You will be an integral part of the smooth running of the imaging service and communicate effectively with a wide range of staff and patient groups.
  • - You will be expected to manage your workload effectively, applying knowledge and skill to produce high quality images and adapt techniques to meet complex patient requirements.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This position is full-time and permanent.

Where will the successful candidate be required to work?

The successful candidate will rotate through the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital's sites in Stanmore and Bolsover Street.

Are there any out-of-hours responsibilities for this role?

Yes, participation in the provision of the out-of-hours service is required, including flexible working hours that may involve evenings and weekends.

What imaging equipment will I have the opportunity to work with?

You will work with various equipment, including 5 general x-ray rooms, a fluoroscopy unit, portable ward machines, an O-arm unit, a Cios Spin unit, a DEXA scanner, 15 theatre image intensifiers, and upcoming EOS and HiRise Ped CT scanners.

What areas will I mainly work in as a Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer?

You will primarily work in outpatient/inpatient general x-ray areas, fluoroscopy, theatres, EOS scanning, HiRise Ped CT scanning, and DXA.

Will I have the chance to teach others in this role?

Yes, you will be involved in the teaching of students and more junior members of staff.

How does RNOH support professional development?

RNOH provides a dynamic working environment that supports frontline staff to implement improvements, offers training, education, and career progression opportunities.

Who should I contact for further details or to arrange an informal visit?

You can contact Abdulai Yakubu, the X-ray Superintendent Radiographer, at abdulai.yakubu@nhs.net or by telephone at 02089095257, available Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00.

What is the operational schedule of the X-ray department?

The X-ray department operates from 08:00 to 20:30 Monday to Friday, with a reduced service on Saturdays, and is closed on Sundays.

The RNOH is the largest orthopaedic hospital in the UK, and is regarded as a leader in this field worldwide

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Employees
1905
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Mission & Purpose

The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH) provides specialized orthopedic and musculoskeletal care. Their mission is to deliver exceptional patient care through world-class clinical services, research, and education. They are dedicated to advancing orthopedic treatments and improving patients' quality of life by offering innovative, evidence-based medical solutions and support.