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NHS Scotland:
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Radiographers based at University Hospital Crosshouse, University Hospital Ayr and Ayrshire Central Hospital. These posts are offered on a permanent basis.
Hours:
37 hours per week.
From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings.
UK Driving Licence:
A UK driving licence is essential for this role.
What you will do:
The duties and responsibilities of this Radiographer post requires service delivery in a wide range of CT imaging. To undertake other radiographic duties within the general department with supervisory responsibilities as appropriate.
You will be expected to support both the service and its staff in continuing to maintain and develop the highest standards of imaging. You will be involved in departmental audit activities and excellent communication and team working skills are essential.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description.
Knowledge, training and/or experience required for this post:
It is essential you have a BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography / Imaging Services with current registration with the HCPC. A postgraduate qualification in a Computed tomography would be advantageous.
You should have a wide range of general radiographic and CT experience and will preferably have suitable and significant post graduate experience.
You should be an innovative, highly motivated radiographer with good communication and team working skills.
An up-to-date Continuing Personal Development portfolio is required.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact:
Ayrshire Central Hospital post: Stephanie Gilmour at Stephanie.Gilmour2@aapct.scot.nhs.uk.
University Hospital Ayr post: Ruth Easton at Ruth.easton@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
University Hospital Crosshouse post: Zoe Davis/Elaine Muir at zoe.davis@aapct.scot.nhs.uk and elaine.muir@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
RIGHT TO WORK / CERTIFICATES OF SPONSORSHIP
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.
It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks.
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We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.
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