Job summary
Would you love to work on a beautiful sunny
island, have great career development, a safe environment to live in, great schools and a good
work life balance?
Due to the expansion of the MRI scanning department in Jersey, opportunities have arisen for
highly motivated MRI radiographers to join our team. You will be supported with continual development and
training, audits and teaching. The islands healthcare system is similar but completely separate to
the UK so you will be stepping away from the NHS pressures. Jersey residents benefit from lower
tax rates compared to most countries in the EU and we do offer a generous relocation package.
Salary ranges from £59,717.35 to £65,805.60 depending on experience and skills, there is also a
generous pension contribution. You would be required to work extended days and participate in on
call system
Main duties of the job
Imaging patients using a high level of skill and experience to diagnose and facilitate
treatment.
Organise the day to day work allocated to the team and managing unscheduled referrals.
Supervision of junior radiographers and assistants within an imaging modality
About us
Jersey is just 14 miles (20km) from the west coast of France and 85 miles (137km) from the south coast of England. The island is easy to get to from the UK and mainland Europe. There are up to 40 daily flights in and out of the island
Striking scenery, a safe and inclusive society, miles of sandy beaches, high performing schools, an enviable work-life balance, a heritage, political and economic stability, low personal taxes, warm summers and mild winters.
Find out more at gov.je/movingtoJersey
Jersey has been a Crown Dependency since 1290, which means its not part of the UK but a self-governing possession of The Crown. Jersey has its own democratically elected parliament, government, tax system, and laws. However, the island does have a close historic relationship with France and the UK and relies on the UK for defence and international relations. It is also part of the Common Travel Area (CTA) which allows British citizens to move freely between the UK, Republic of Ireland, and the Channel Islands without a passport.
Jersey offers extensive and quality healthcare services, with private and state supported options available. The NHS is not available in Jersey, healthcare services are delivered by Health and Community Services. For the first 6 months, health care services will be provided at an added cost.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Perform a wide range of imaging including, specialist and complex examinations. Practicing to
a very high standard and passing this knowledge on to more junior radiographers. Assume the
role of Operator and Practitioner in accordance with the Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure
Regulations Policies and Procedures.
2. Prioritise work and use personal knowledge and experience to adapt imaging practice to suit
individual patient circumstances.
3. Personal responsibility for the administration or oral, rectal and intravenous drugs to patients
where authorised.
4. Recognise the diverse needs of all service users with complex, acute or chronic conditions.
The patients may be vulnerable, paediatric and adult Safeguarding referrals are to be made if
appropriate.
5. Operate complex imaging equipment to an advanced level, pass knowledge on to more junior
radiographers. Follow the departmental quality assurance programme. Take responsibility for
problem solving of faulty equipment, fault recognition, recording and reporting. Ensure that the
work area and the wider department conforms to infection prevention and control standards
and report defects.
6. Work independently carrying out the duties allocated. Where required take on the lead role
coordinating the activities of a group of radiographers and assistants. Manage referrals
determining clinical priority and respond to changing demands. Maintain all relevant recordsin the required format and on time. Operate systems of work that result in the integrity of
information stored on all data bases.
7. Carry out dynamic risk assessments during the examination to ensure patient safety. Solely
responsible for the Health and Safety of a multi-disciplinary team in respect of radiation safety
during ward and theatre imaging. Enforcing the correct use of radiation protection equipment.
8. Carry out audit of imaging practices. Keep up to date with advances within radiography and
make recommendations when service improvements are identified. Report incidents using the
Hospital DATIX system. Deal in the first instance with patient or healthcare workers complaints
as they arise.
9. Adhere to appropriate legislation, the Government of Jersey, HCS and Radiology policies and
procedures. Keep a personal portfolio of Continued Professional Development (CPD)
activities, attend all mandatory training sessions.
10. Participate in an on-call service. As a lone worker, responsible for prioritising the work and
taking ownership of all imaging decisions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) in diagnostic imaging or equivalent.
- Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and has
- Jersey Care Commission Registration.
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification in specialist imaging modality.
- Cannulation/Contrast administration certificate.
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years post graduate experience where a wide range of
- imaging achievements can be demonstrated.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Participation in the training and development of professional and
- nonqualified staff.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Health and Community Services
Address
Government Of Jersey
19-21 Broad Street
St. Helier
Jersey
Channel Islands
JE2 3RR