Location Overview: If you want the adventure of Island life but not too far from home then Guernsey is for you. But what is island life? Think of a community where people are easy going and friendly. Guernsey is 24 square miles so there is NO RUSH Hour. Transportation is either by bus, bike or car. The beach is everywhere and restaurants are a way of life. Beautiful and tranquil! Think British with a French flair.

Job Overview: Our client is seeking a  CT / MRI Specialist Radiographer to join their team. 

Job Summary: Primary Duties 

• To individually assess and justify a range of diagnostic examinations under the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations (IR(ME)R) 2000 using appropriate Practitioner Guidelines.
• To perform a range of diagnostic imaging examinations and provide care for patients during these examinations, respecting the rights of privacy and confidentiality, and to evaluate the clinical quality of the images produced.
• To produce high quality images, including any digital image post processing required, on all examinations.
• Updating records on CRIS and Centricity and ensuring PACS/CRIS processes are implemented in line with IR(ME)R, professional and local guidelines.
• To offer clinical advice on images through A&E and GP fast tracks using the red dot indication system.
• To maintain high standards of radiation protection being aware of the local rules and systems of work in each relevant area.
• To ensure that all appropriate documentation of patient attendance is complete and accurate, including patient identity, pregnancy status and radiation doses.
• To continue to develop through CPD and by role expansion as appropriate and to undertake all mandatory training as appropriate and in a timely manner. To record all training and development in a portfolio of continuing professional development.
• To be involved in clinical audits, quality assurance and quality control programmes as required.
• To assist in the instruction and supervision of newly qualified radiographers, student radiographers, assistant practitioners and other staff where appropriate.
• To report any untoward incidents involving patients, staff or equipment to the Modality Lead Radiographer or directly to the Section Lead as soon as possible and in accordance with hospital policy.
• Work as a multi-disciplinary team member to ensure efficient and effective patient management.
• Prioritise own workload to efficiently manage service provision.
• Maintain effective communication and dissemination of information verbally and electronically.
• Active involvement in service development, improvement and promotion.
• To report clinical, non-clinical and radiation incidents in line with HSC and departmental Risk Management policies.
• To report without delay any equipment malfunction or image quality deterioration or failure to the superintendent radiographer.
• To participate in the academic programme of the department as required.
• To participate in annual appraisal reviews with a nominated appraiser.
• Take responsibility for implementing a personal Professional Development plan.
• Maintain knowledge of technological and technical advances in methods of diagnostic imaging in order to promote a culture of continuous improvement within the department.
• Other duties as required, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, but mainly to highlight the current main responsibilities of the post.

Benefits Include:

• Enjoy the laid-back lifestyle, surrounded by picturesque beaches
• Competitive Salaries 
• Low tax (tax rate of 20%)
• Assistance with flight over
• Subsidised accommodation
• Speciality bonuses (applicable to certain specialities only)

Experience and Education Requirements

• Minimum 2 years relevant clinical and post graduate radiography experience in specialist area to include CT/MRI, (and/or) NM (and/or) Mammography.
• DCR or BSc in Diagnostic Radiography.
• HCPC Registration.
• Possess wide range of general and cross- sectional radiographic skills.
• Demonstrable evidence of continued Audit and CPD.
• A knowledge of: Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Clinical Audit, Radiation Protection (including IR(ME)R 2000), Radiology based IT systems i.e. PACS and RIS.
• Practical training in a wide range of general radiographic skills.
• Practical training in X-ray/CT/MRI (and/or) Nuclear Medicine (and/or) Breast Imaging
• SOR Membership. (Desirable)
• Certificate of Competence in IV injecting within a radiology environment.(Desirable)
• Evidence of working towards post graduate study within specialist clinical area. (Desirable)
• Valid Driving Licence (for on call). (Desirable)