Radiographer | Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 08 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £29,970 - £36,483 per annum + 5% R&R |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 August 2025 |
| Location: | Swindon, SN3 6BB |
| Company: | The Great Western Hospitals NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7334478/249-7322406-2 |
Summary
An attractive opportunity has arisen to join the Radiology Department at the Great Western Hospital as a Band 5 Radiographer
The successful candidate will conduct diagnostic radiological examinations across a range of clinical specialities, adapting techniques to accommodate a range of patient types; both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi-disciplinary team, in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal requirements.
This role will include a 5% recruitment and retention premium. We welcome all applications for anyone looking to kickstart their Radiographer career.
1. To independently assess and justify referrals under IR(ME)R 2000 following practitioner guidelines where appropriate
2. To interpret Clinician’s requirements, to determine the appropriate radiographic imaging technique and ensure that it is performed in accordance with best practice and that the resultant images are diagnostic
3. To work out of hours to support the Radiology services offered at Great Western Hospitals; including night shifts and weekends
4. To undertake CT scans in the absence of a Radiologist according to agreed protocols once trained
5. To use the departmental radiology information computer system (CRIS) as required and be conversant
with the picture archive communication system (PACS)
6. To undertake Quality Control procedures, including Quality Assurance testing for image quality and
equipment safety
7. To undertake and participate in clinical audit and research and to act on the findings where possible
and provide statistical information on the work load when necessary
8. To provide a service within the community hospital’s as part of a band 5 rotation
9. To complete all imaging requests in a timely manner
“Our STAR values – Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect – are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.”
The Radiology Department undertakes approximately 251,300 examinations a year ranging over a variety of modalities. The successful applicant will be a keen team player who has image quality and patient care high on their agenda with a flexible approach to working hours. The department supports the development of your clinical skills and education, we encourage staff CPD.
Please see the attached job description for full information
This advert closes on Monday 21 Jul 2025
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