Qualified Diagnostic Radiographer Moving from NZ to UK
Hello,
I was just wanting to ask some questions in navigating the different work environment and understanding of your system.
I am a qualified radiographer in New Zealand and have been doing it for about 1.5 years. I am qualified in X-ray and CT. However, in New Zealand, we do not have diagnostic radiographers or do any reporting. I was wondering if this could possibly be a barrier for me getting a job. I am interested in working in the public sector as I prefer the type of work.
Furthermore, I am slightly confused about your pay scales. I was wondering if I could get advice on which band I should be looking at for jobs? Wondering if I would be on a higher band than 5 due to extra modality?
Also, I know that the NHS has been going through a hiring freeze (we are having similar problems). I was wondering on any advice for looking for jobs as an overseas applicant. Maybe any areas that I should be looking for work in? Furthermore, I was wondering with shift rosters whether you make an addition to the normal band scale?
Sorry for a lot of questions, but I would appreciate any answers. I have done some of my own research, but struggled to find any clear answers.