Radiographer

Job Title: Radiographer
Location: Mullingar, Co. Westmeath
Job Type: Long-term agency role, Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary: Excellent pay rates available, dependent on experience

Excel Recruitment is delighted to offer an exciting long-term agency opportunity for a CORU-registered Radiographer to join a busy, forward-thinking Radiology team in Mullingar.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Radiographer seeking a long term agency role with excellent pay rates.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, supportive Radiology department in Mullingar, with the stability of a long-term agency placement.

Overview of role:

The Diagnostic Imaging Department provides a service to both inpatients and outpatients. They currently provide General and Emergency Radiography, CT, Fluoroscopy, and Ultrasound services.

The holder of this post will work as a member of the Radiography Department; you will be working with a dedicated team of Radiographers. Providing a high-quality radiography service to patients in assigned areas in accordance with professional standards of practice.

The Successful Candidate:

The successful candidate will work under the leadership of an exceptional Radiology Manager dedicated to innovation, excellence, and supportive working. There will be opportunities to cross-train and further develop your Radiology skills. Candidates with CT or Ultrasound experience may have the opportunity to work across these areas, with on-call participation introduced following appropriate training.

General Responsibilities:

• Participate daily in the general radiography service in the assigned area, proactively engaging in training for up skilling and professional development.
• Contribute to out-of-hours service as required.
• Maintain high standards in patient care and radiographic techniques, ensuring adherence to radiation protection principles (justification, optimisation, ALARA, and dose limits), and follow "local rules."
• Comply with statutory directives and keep clinical and technical knowledge up to date, seeking advice and training where necessary.
• Ensure a clean, safe working environment in line with health and safety guidelines.
• Report any equipment faults to the designated supervisor and log them appropriately.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge in key areas, including clinical risk reporting, occupational health, patient handling, resuscitation, health and safety, financial controls, and patient complaints.
• Efficiently use the Radiology Information System (RIS), PACS, and other relevant systems in daily tasks.
• Develop IT skills to analyse and present data for departmental meetings as required.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must hold a Diploma/Degree of Radiography.
• Must hold CORU registration
• Experience in CT or Ultrasound would be advantageous, with the opportunity to work in these areas where relevant experience is held.
• Knowledge of RIS systems is desirable. On-call duties will be required following appropriate training.
• Flexibility to work in the General Department and adapt to changes in healthcare environments.
• Strong awareness of Radiation Safety and Health & Safety regulations.
• Current knowledge of Diagnostic Radiography theory and practice.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Adaptability and initiative in a dynamic healthcare setting.
• Strong self-management and teamwork abilities.
• Innovation, stewardship, and the ability to manage in a rapidly changing environment.
• Proactive learner and evidence of CPD

Benefits:

• Commitment to work balance and employee wellness.
• This opportunity presents a variety of work arrangements offering work/life balance
• You will have many opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• You will be offered employment in a cohesive and growing environment which has a history of rewarding excellence that will help you grow your career through continued learning and development.
• Supported continuing professional development (CPD)
• Work with an outstanding Radiology Manager

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