You will be required to fulfil the academic and clinical learning objectives of the three-year Diagnostic Radiography Degree Apprenticeship at the University of the West of England (UWE).

Working for Our Organisation

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

For a detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

• Perform supervised Radiographic examinations relevant to appropriate level of training and experience following well-established procedures.
• Work within departmental teams with guidance from senior staff.
• Rotate through imaging modalities and imaging departments as required.
• Always maintain the observation and comfort of patients during their waiting, examination and post examination stay in the department. to the highest possible professional standards and always maintain confidentiality
• Handle personal and confidential patient information.
• Liaise with Consultant Radiologists, Departmental Superintendents, Band 5 and 6 Radiographers and peers in scheduling and carrying out appropriate techniques and Radiographic examinations.
• Liaise with Nursing, Clerical and Portering staff within the department and with Nursing, Medical and hospital staff of other wards and departments to ensure a smooth, efficient service to department users.
• Effectively communicate with all users of the service using available means e.g., face to face, written, via the telephone, email, intercom etc.
• Ensure appropriate information is provided for the patient
• Form and maintain good working relationships with all linked professionals and colleagues in the department.
• Ensure any compliments and complaints from any source, are reported immediately to their Line Manager
• Adhere to the Trust and Departmental policies, procedures and guidelines. These will include Health and Safety, Quality Assurance, Infection Control, Data protection, Major Incidents, dress code, sickness absence, punctuality etc.
• Participate in Annual Appraisal reviews with a nominated appraiser.
• Co-operate fully in the introduction of new technology and of new methods of working as appropriate to the work of a Radiographer.
• Participate in practice education of Radiographic students
• Assist in audit and research.
• Facilitate and undertake teaching and training
• Report all incidents of injury to themselves or patients to a line manager with completion of relevant form.
• Ensure the correct updating of the Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Participate in the provision of the 24-hour 7 day per week service.
• Comply with Departmental Ionising Radiation Local Rules and Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations
• Observe the rules and regulations of their professional bodies. (Society of Radiographers and Health Professional Council).

Person Specification

Education And Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics or equivalent (i.e Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English).
• Level 3 Science Qualification (i.e A Level Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Science, Psychology, Health & Social Care, or another relevant science subject)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Essential criteria

• Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
• Competent in use of computers; IT skills, basic word, email, keyboard skills
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Must be able to produce work of an accurate and high standard
• Able to complete self-directed learning

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of Radiation Safety and legislation
• Knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology and pathology

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of having worked in a patient/customer focused environment
• Must be able to work as a member of a team and work independently
• Experience of time management skills

Desirable criteria

• Experience working within an Imaging Department

We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.

As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.

BFT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

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