Job summary

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ROLE WILL NOT BE SPONSORED. Candidates must have suitable the right to work in the UK independently, as visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

As part of an expansion to our Radiology Services we are looking for enthusiastic individuals to come and join our dynamic Radiology Team at Dartford and Gravesham NHS trust. We are looking for Band 5/6 Radiographers.

The successful candidates will rotate through DVH, Gravesend Radiology, QMH Sidcup, Erith Radiology and the North Kent CDC. Please note that Banding will be dependent on candidates experience and qualifications.

We currently have over 100 Radiographers working in our Trust and we have an extensive range of modalities including DR, CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Breast Imaging, Nuclear Medicine, bone densitometry, Lithotripsy, Interventional and cardiac angiography and all aspects of general and fluoroscopic radiography.

Radiographer role extension/CPD is actively encouraged and supported in Radiology. Examples being: Appendicular and Axial reporting, chest reporting, CT Head, MRI and lower and upper GI reporting. We currently have one Consultant Radiographer in Breast Imaging.

With a view to seven day working and enhancing our Radiology Service - flexible hours are expected as part-time or full time, working weekends and evenings as part of core hours.

The Department is recognised for excellent education and Training opportunities with several staff undertaking post graduate studies.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the Directorate.

The post holder will:

Participate in all activities within the Radiology departments under DGT. Primarily provide a radiographic service to CT patients, A&E/UCC patients, GP patients, Outpatients, and Inpatients including mobile and Theatre Radiography.

Undertakes on-call/OH/shift working, standby/Nights and flexible working practices that meet the needs of the service.

To be involved in service developments within WCCS division.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.