Assistant Practitioner
| Posting date: | 27 March 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 June 2024 |
| Location: | Truro, TR1 3UP |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0365-24-0375 |
Summary
Job Description Radiography Assistant Practitioner Location: Duchy Hospital, Cornwall Hours: 30 hours per week, Full-time Salary: Depending on experience + Benefits Summary: Duchy Hospital is Cornwall's only private hospital with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality healthcare treatments and services. Duchy Hospital was opened in 1981 by the late HRH Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother and is located in a pleasant rural setting on the outskirts of Truro. By investing in advanced medical technology, the hospital offers a wide range of treatments and services. The two fully equipped ultra clean air theatres are particularly suitable for orthopaedic procedures such as arthroscopy, hip replacement and knee replacements. The hospital is also equipped with a day case theatre, with endoscopy facilities. A wide range of diagnostic and treatment facilities are available including x-ray, MRI, ultrasound, physiotherapy, sports injury clinic, continence and health screening. The role: The role of the Assistant Practitioner is to carry out X-Ray examinations, as required by the department, under the supervision of a Radiographer within a defined scope of practice. The post holder will participate in a system that involves working over a 7 day week, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays. The hours of the role must be flexible and will include compressed working hours to appreciate and satisfy the needs and demand of the service What you will bring with you: SCoR approved certificate of Higher Education (or equivalent) in Radiography Sound written and verbal communication skills Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business Demonstrated Customer Service skills Demonstrated Computer Skills and RIS PACs experience Understand the implications of the Data Protection Act, Caldicott Principles and GDPR Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and within a team structure Benefits: Contributory pension scheme 25 days' annual leave plus 8 day's Bank Holiday (pro-rated) Private Healthcare and Life Assurance Free onsite parking and a subsidised staff restaurant Access to our employee Ramsay Discount Programme and Blue Light Card Wellbeing centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line Access to the Ramsay Academy - We invest in our people by creating real development opportunities and career pathways supported by structured learning curriculums About Us: Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years' experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS. We love people with a positive, "can do" attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success. We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. "The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that people - staff and doctors - are Ramsay Health Care's most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud of our 'Speak Up for Safety' programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more 'Time to Care'. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process. We care. It's more than what we do, it's who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. "The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that people - staff and doctors - are Ramsay Health Care's most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We encourage all Ramsay employees to participate in public health vaccination programmes including flu and Covid 19. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.