Radiographer - General X-Ray

As a Radiographer at the Cromwell Hospital our patients will be your top priority. With no shareholders, we reinvest our profits back into our business to give you the extra time and technology you need to make a difference to our patients each and everyday.

The general x-ray service is operational 365 days a year including weekends. The core radiology service hours are from Monday to Friday 8am - 8pm, with opportunities to cover additional shifts and activity on weekends.

You'll help us make health happen by:

You'll provide high quality, effective Imaging services within adult and paediatric general X-Ray, Mobile/theatre work, and the fluoroscopy department.

You'll work closely with senior radiographers, Radiologists and staff of all grades in the provision of safe, prompt and effective imaging of in-patients and out-patients, observing local and national guidelines; always in accordance with the ionising radiations (medical exposure) regulations - IR(ME)R 2017.

Duties to include:

• To perform high quality examinations in accordance with local rules and abiding by the ALARP principle


• To participate in supporting clinical workload, including theatre imaging, general x-ray and fluoroscopy


• To liaise with portering staff to ensure that the patients are transported safely and appropriately to and from the Imaging department


• To maintain accurate and concise records of all imaging received by the patient and track x-rays effectively and efficiently using RIS and PACS systems


• To ensure patients have been billed appropriately for the imaging examinations performed


• To use and promote correct manual handling techniques to all staff in work area


• To be responsible for the safe use of radiation ensuring appropriate use of PPE in accordance with local rules


• To support the general and theatre lead radiographer equipment QA and maintenance of equipment within the department


• To ensure that all equipment problems and operational difficulties are reported immediately to the lead radiographer or superintendent without delay.


• To participate in the departmental audit schedule



• To promote best clinical practice, ensuring that professional standards are maintained.



• To work within the local and national regulations and guidelines concerning ionising radiation and health and safety.


Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role:

• BSc or relevant qualification in Radiography (essential)


• HCPC Registration (essential)


• Membership of appropriate professional body and/ or clinical interest group


• Broad general radiography experience at student or junior level ( essential)


Benefits

Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health - from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.

Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more:


• Payment of Professional Registration fees


• Equivalent to 25 days holiday per year, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell


• Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind


• An enhanced pension plan and life insurance


• Annual performance-based bonus


• Support with travel costs via a season ticket loan or cycle2work


• Discounted access to online gym sessions through Gympass


• Various other benefits and online discounts


• Free onsite massages as a recognition for your hard work


• Opportunity to participate in our annual awards ceremony


Why Bupa?

We're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.

We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.

An exciting career opportunity for a qualified radiographer starting their career in this discipline and with a keen interest in General X-Ray. You'll be an adaptable team member with excellent communication skills, organised, self motivate, and able to deliver high quality care and outstanding service.