St Helena, South Atlantic
9 weeks FTC commencing 2 nd September 2015
£42k pa pro rata taxable in St Helena plus other non-taxable allowances for pension, cost of living, transportation, rent and utilities (see Overseas Vacancy Information)
Could you manage an existing x-ray and ultrasound service while the
Radiographer is on leave?
A sub-tropical island of spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the South
Atlantic with a warm and friendly population of 4,500, St Helena is a selfgoverning overseas territory of the UK, poised for transformation with the construction of an airport due to be operational in early 2016. The 35-bed
General Hospital in the capital, Jamestown, covers all areas of acute medical and surgical care.
You will divide your time between radiographic and ultrasound duties, professional development of the assistant practitioner and participating in clinical and staff meetings and CPD events. Delivering high quality imaging services and maintaining the current high radiographic standard you will make use of the electronic management information system and give radiographic support to the dental section as required. Equipment includes Shimadzu MobilArt Evolution portable machines, Pamarex OPT dental machine, Toshiba Xario and Phillips CX 50. You will send x-ray images for reporting and put the reports on patients’ records. Distant telemedicine advice will be available if requested, with transmission of digital images to overseas specialists. You must undertake reject analysis and other regular audits, recording and forwarding the daily workload.
You must be a State Registered Radiographer holding BSc (Hons) in
Diagnostic Radiography or a Diploma from the College of Radiographers plus a Diploma in Ultrasound. Demonstrable experience in degree student assessment/training is desirable, with evidence of teaching. Substantial post-qualification experience in general radiography and ultrasound should be supported by knowledge of PACS and the ability to work with automatic processing, stationary grids and manual exposure factors
We offer an extensive benefits package with 3 days leave and fare paid travel . An application form can be found at www.sthelenacareers.com where further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell
Worboys on 0203 818 7610 or email: shgukrep@sthelenagov.com.
Applications must be sent to shgukrep@sthelenagov.com
and received by
2 June 2015. Interviews will be held in London.