Band 5/6 Annex 20 Radiographer

As part of an expansion to our Radiology Services we are looking for enthusiastic individuals to come and join our dynamic Radiology Team at Darent Valley Hospital. We are looking for Band 5/6 Radiographers.

The successful candidates will be based at Darent Valley Hospital and Gravesend Radiology departments working in normal hours, along with out of hours as part of the out of hours team. There is an opportunity to rotate through the Radiology Department at Queen Marys Hospital Sidcup. Please note that Banding will be dependent on candidates experience and qualifications.

We currently have over 70 Radiographers working in our Trust and we have an extensive range of modalities including DR, CT, MRI, ultrasound, breast imaging, nuclear medicine, bone densitometry, Lithotripsy, interventional and cardiac angiography and all aspects of general and fluoroscopic radiography.

Radiographer role extension/CPD is actively encouraged and supported in Radiology. Examples being: Appendicular and Axial, CT Head, MRI and lower and upper GI reporting. We currently have one Consultant Radiographer in Breast Imaging.

With a view to seven day working and enhancing our Radiology Service - flexible hours are expected as part-time or full time, working weekends and evenings as part of core hours.

The Department is recognised for excellent education and Training opportunities with several staff undertaking post graduate studies.

The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the Directorate.

The Post Holder Will

Participate in all activities within the Radiology departments at Darent Valley Hospital and Gravesend hospital and possibly other hospital sites under DGT. Primarily provide a radiographic service to CT patients, A&E/UCC patients, GP patients, Outpatients, and Inpatients including mobile and Theatre Radiography.

Undertakes on-call/OH/shift working, standby/Nights and flexible working practices that meet the needs of the service.

To be involved in service developments within WCR division.

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you’ll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we’ve achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Shaun Wilkin Job title: General X-ray Superintendent Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 01322428100

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