Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Level 6 Diagnostic Radiographer Degree Apprenticeship
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About the Role
This is a training post offering the successful candidate the opportunity to work in a supported learning environment in TSDFT Radiology Department. This is a 3-year degree apprenticeship working towards qualification as a B5 Diagnostic Radiographer. The items in italics reflect the role during the training period; on qualification these will be revised to reflect the qualified role.
You will be supervised when carrying out all clinical activity through the course of the degree apprenticeship.
Responsibilities
- To carry out supervised radiographic examinations within the agreed scope of practice for the role, striving to produce images that are of exemplary diagnostic quality.
- To work as part of the Radiology team, supporting Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust (TSDFT) in delivering a high-quality, safe, and patient-focused service.
- Represent the Radiology team and TSDFT in a professional and appropriate manner.
- Contribute to safe working practices, ensuring full compliance with all local and national guidance and regulatory requirements.
Pay
This post is a L6 BSc Apprentice Radiographer on a 3-year degree course. Pay for this role is:
- Band 3 £25,760 per annum in years 1 and 2 - dependant on experience
- Band 4 £28,392 per annum in year 3
- Band 5 £32,073 per annum once qualified and HCPC registration obtained.
Training and Development
Progress towards providing high-quality diagnostic imaging under supervision within the required scope of practice in any of the TSDFT sites. The scope of training may extend to supporting more complex procedures under supervision, where this is appropriate for the role and after appropriate training.
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To work within all mandated Regulatory guidelines and comply with all Trust and Departmental, Policies, Protocols, and Guidelines, ensuring high-quality, safe working practices in a safe working environment.
Provide the highest quality of care, treating all patients equally.
The post-holder will be responsible for the safe and efficient use of expensive and complex technical equipment within the scope of their supervised practice.
Developing towards management of workload in the room/area they are responsible for.
To work as part of the wider TSDFT team, supporting patient pathways for all patient types, assuring that patients receive the most effective and efficient service within the scope of the trainee's practice.
On successful qualification, the post holder will supervise and advise trainees and students.
The post holder may be part of the 24-hour/7-day provision of service in support of training. On qualification, this service provision will be part of the role and will involve working without more senior radiographic supervision on-site.
On qualification, the post holder is responsible for maintaining their registration.
Work Environment
The successful candidate will work in the Main X-ray Department of Torbay Hospital. The BSc Degree course will be provided by the University of Exeter, and the practical training will be carried out within Torbay and Newton Abbot Hospitals, supported by the existing Radiology Team. Academic work is largely via distance learning, though there will be attendance at the University a number of times throughout the 3-year training course. The practical training will initially focus on Plain Film, but will include other areas such as CT and MRI.
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As a trainee, you will join 2 existing Apprentices and work alongside Student Radiographers who are on the traditional BSc Degree course, also via Exeter University. Practical training is provided by TSDFT Radiographers who have been enthusiastically and successfully supporting such training for many years.
Why Work with Us
Torbay Hospital provides acute care for the local community and has several community hospitals and is a hot-spot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park and an hour to Exmoor National Park. Meanwhile, Plymouth and Exeter are also both within a short drive to enjoy the culture, maritime history, and shopping experiences.
Contact Information
For further details/informal visits, contact:
- Name: Natasha Passmore
- Job title: Radiology Practice Educator
- Email address: natasha.passmore1@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 01803 655622
Sharon Lapthorn
- Email: S.lapthorn@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 01803 655622
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