Radiographer

To work as a member of the plain film radiography team responsible for producing high quality diagnostic images within the radiology service.,

• To perform a comprehensive range of radiographic procedures, without supervision, both within the department and externally e.g. theatre, wards, etc.
• To contribute towards the efficient deployment of resources; enabling the patient to receive a safe accurate and timely examination.
• The post holder will be required to participate in the out of hours rota undertaken by the department and will assist in covering any non-rostered duties by mutual agreement between the post holder and the radiology manager.
• To communicate effectively with patients and carers of varying abilities and understanding; explaining procedures in order to gain co-operation.
• To re-assure and encourage patients and carers.
• To liaise with multidisciplinary teams regarding examination needs and results.
• To build and maintain good relationships within the team and other departments and disciplines, working together to develop service improvements.
• To ensure the safe use of x-ray and associated equipment.
• To report equipment malfunctions to senior staff and to help maintain comprehensive and accurate records of faults; ensuring that staff are kept up to date as to the working status of equipment.
• To develop your understanding of IR(ME)R and IRR99 regulations: working closely with the Radiation Protection Supervisors to continuously evaluate and monitor systems and practices.
  
  We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.