Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced Radiographer to join our friendly Imaging Team at Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital. Our department consists of a two well-equipped digital X-ray rooms and brand new Ultrasound and Bone Densitometry suites. The department performs a wide range of X-ray examinations from a variety of referral sources including Primary Care, Musculoskeletal services and the Minor Injury Unit on-site. We provide an X-ray and Ultrasound service for the local population and Bone Densitometry scanning for a wider population within West Sussex. There may be opportunities to develop your skills and train to perform DEXA scans within the department.
As a member of the team you will be helping us to provide a responsive and efficient service in keeping with our Foundation Trust vision and values. You will be able to display excellent interpersonal skills with a caring patient-centered and flexible approach to work. We are looking for full time staff (37.5 hours per week) . Our current working hours are 8.30-5pm Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays) but this may change in the future if Agenda for Change 7 day working is implemented.
Main duties of the job
To carry out x-ray examinations which comply with the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR99) and the ionising Radiations (Medical exposure) Regulations 2017 [IR(ME)R2017], ensuring good practice in accordance with the guidelines set by the Royal College of Radiologists and the College of Radiographers.
To act as RPS alongside the imaging manager for which training can be given.
To carry out supervision as per the trusts policy on other staff members.
To supervise Student Radiographers.
Perform imaging examinations and care for patients during these examinations, respecting their rights of privacy and confidentially, thereby providing a high quality service to both patients and clinicians.
To be able to work independently, work within a clearly defined set of department protocols and make informed clinical decisions in the absence of a Radiologist.
To ensure patient confidentiality and data protection within the Trusts guidelines.
Undertake the quality assurance testing of equipment as part of daily routine if required.
To abide by the Trusts Health and Safety Policy to ensure safe practice whilst manual and patient handling, working with radiation, hazardous chemicals, noxious fumes and bodily fluids.
To observe the provisions of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, always maintaining a safe system of work and reporting any hazards.
To report any incident involving staff, patients or visitors to the Imaging Service Manager.
About us
Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust (SCFT) is the largest community healthcare provider in Sussex.
- Over 8,400 full time, part time and bank staff members
- Medical, nursing and therapeutic care provided to over 10,000 children and adults a day
- July 2018 Care Quality Commission (CQC) rating of 'Good' with 'Outstanding' features
- Flexible working patterns offered across all services
- Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks
- Accredited Level 3 Disability Confident Leader
SCFT is an inclusive employer that promotes equality and challenges discrimination, and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. Applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, disabled candidates and LGBT+ candidates are particularly encouraged, to ensure the Trust's workforce reflects the diverse communities it serves.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide a high quality imaging service reporting to the Imaging Manager.
- To independently perform x-ray examinations organising and planning own workload.
Communication and Working Relationships
To communicate with patients, clients and visitors in a polite and respectful manner reflecting their level of understanding and taking into account any barriers.
To communicate and liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary team in a polite and professional manner relating to patient management and care.
To notify the referrer of any abnormal findings in an appropriate manner within guidelines.
To be able to supervise the work of newly qualified staff, bank staff and assistants and to provide training where necessary to staff/students.
Key Responsibilities
To supervise the work of, bank staff and imaging assistants and to provide training where necessary to staff/students.
To fully participate in the Trusts appraisal system review and personal development planning process on an annual basis.
Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with line manager as part of the personal development planning process.
To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.
To contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the teams in which he/she works.
To undertake any other duties at the request of the line manager which are commensurate with the role, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover.
Main Tasks
To carry out x-ray examinations which comply with the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR99) and the ionising Radiations (Medical exposure) Regulations 2017 [IR(ME)R2017], ensuring good practice in accordance with the guidelines set by the Royal College of Radiologists and the College of Radiographers.
Perform imaging examinations and care for patients during these examinations, respecting their rights of privacy and confidentially, thereby providing a high quality service to both patients and clinicians.
To be able to work independently, work within a clearly defined set of department protocols and make informed clinical decisions in the absence of a Radiologist.
To ensure patient confidentiality and data protection within the Trusts guidelines.
Undertake the quality assurance testing of equipment as part of daily routine if required
To abide by the Trusts Health and Safety Policy to ensure safe practice whilst manual and patient handling, working with radiation, hazardous chemicals, noxious fumes and bodily fluids.
To observe the provisions of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, always maintaining a safe system of work and reporting any hazards.
To report any incident involving staff, patients or visitors to the Imaging Service Manager.
To act as RPS in the imaging managers absence
To know and comply with local policies and procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide a high quality imaging service reporting to the Imaging Manager.
- To independently perform x-ray examinations organising and planning own workload.
Communication and Working Relationships
To communicate with patients, clients and visitors in a polite and respectful manner reflecting their level of understanding and taking into account any barriers.
To communicate and liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary team in a polite and professional manner relating to patient management and care.
To notify the referrer of any abnormal findings in an appropriate manner within guidelines.
To be able to supervise the work of newly qualified staff, bank staff and assistants and to provide training where necessary to staff/students.
Key Responsibilities
To supervise the work of, bank staff and imaging assistants and to provide training where necessary to staff/students.
To fully participate in the Trusts appraisal system review and personal development planning process on an annual basis.
Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with line manager as part of the personal development planning process.
To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.
To contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the teams in which he/she works.
To undertake any other duties at the request of the line manager which are commensurate with the role, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover.
Main Tasks
To carry out x-ray examinations which comply with the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR99) and the ionising Radiations (Medical exposure) Regulations 2017 [IR(ME)R2017], ensuring good practice in accordance with the guidelines set by the Royal College of Radiologists and the College of Radiographers.
Perform imaging examinations and care for patients during these examinations, respecting their rights of privacy and confidentially, thereby providing a high quality service to both patients and clinicians.
To be able to work independently, work within a clearly defined set of department protocols and make informed clinical decisions in the absence of a Radiologist.
To ensure patient confidentiality and data protection within the Trusts guidelines.
Undertake the quality assurance testing of equipment as part of daily routine if required
To abide by the Trusts Health and Safety Policy to ensure safe practice whilst manual and patient handling, working with radiation, hazardous chemicals, noxious fumes and bodily fluids.
To observe the provisions of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, always maintaining a safe system of work and reporting any hazards.
To report any incident involving staff, patients or visitors to the Imaging Service Manager.
To act as RPS in the imaging managers absence
To know and comply with local policies and procedures.
Person Specification
qualifications/skills
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LEADERSHIP
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Person Specification
qualifications/skills
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Desirable
LEADERSHIP
Essential
Desirable
cpd
Essential
Desirable
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
