CT Radiographer - Diagnostic

The opportunity has arisen for a radiographer to join our ever expanding, friendly CT Team.

Previous CT experience is preferable; however, candidates who meet the other minimum essential criteria (qualifications) will be considered and will be supported through a training program under annex 21 of the AfC terms and conditions.

The successful candidate will need to be an enthusiastic, highly motivated, hardworking, team player who is committed to flexible working. This post offers a fantastic opportunity to gain experience participating in a wide range of examinations which could including Trauma, Cardiac, Colonography and Interventional oncology.

The CT service will be delivered across 3 sites;
Leeds General Infirmary (LGI), St James and Seacroft Hospital (SCH) due to the recent development of a Community Diagnostic Centre.

The CT fleet consists of both Siemens and GE scanners, boasting a top of the range, Siemens Force.

We are a busy unit undertaking over 75,000 examinations per year. The successful applicant/s will be expected to assess, authorise, and undertake a wide range of CT examinations; working closely with multi-disciplinary teams and service users to acquire diagnostic images with the lowest radiation dose practicable to promote treatment and guide ongoing care.

As a Band 6 Radiographer, you will be required to work autonomously and support the specialist training of students and apprentices. There will be a commitment to a shift system to cover the 24/7 workload.

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time.

Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care.

We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page.

Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

The opportunity has arisen for a radiographer to join our ever expanding, friendly CT Team.

Previous CT experience is preferable; however, candidates who meet the other minimum essential criteria (qualifications) will be considered and will be supported through a training program under annex 21 of the AfC terms and conditions.

The successful candidate will need to be an enthusiastic, highly motivated, hardworking, team player who is committed to flexible working. This post offers a fantastic opportunity to gain experience participating in a wide range of examinations which could including Trauma, Cardiac, Colonography and Interventional oncology.

LTHT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK, employing >20000 people. Our ‘Leeds Way’ values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues, and the wider community.

As an employer, we always look after our people too. As part of your role with us here in Leeds you’ll enjoy significant investment in your professional development and personal development via training and career progression opportunities plus excellent rewards and benefits to ensure your NHS career in Leeds suits your aspirations and lifestyle perfectly.

The LGI is located within easy walking distance of the city train station, with a staff shuttle service in operation from the train station to St James Hospital. There are some excellent schools/nurseries within the area and a good selection of areas to live.

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