South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Advanced Practitioner (Radiographer) GI

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Job summary

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a Radiographer with a PgC in Advanced Medical Imaging in GI studies (Barium Swallows) to join our team.

We currently have a Siemens Artis Zee at both South Tyneside and Sunderland sites, with the Sunderland machine due for replacement in the next 12 months.

You will undertake your own dedicated barium screening sessions and reporting of the studies within protocol. You would be supported by the Radiology team and work closely with the current Advance Practitioners team offering a wide range of examinations to both adults and paediatric patients with the opportunity to develop skill into specialist areas as required. Additional qualification in GI and/or GU examinations is desirable, and we would also like you to develop your role and expand the Team in other areas of fluoroscopy, across both sites.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Advance Practitioner to extend their role in Fluoroscopy and Barium Studies and join the Advanced Practice Team. We are a forward-thinking department, committed to Advanced Practice and the development of the Radiographer team.

Please note this Post will require cross-site working and supporting the Service at both South Tyneside and Sunderland.

For further information and departmental visits please contact:

Jane Hudson Radiology Operational Manager

Email: jane.hudson7@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

You will have the required Qualification and experience to independently perform and report Barium Swallows. Preference will be given to Candidates Post-graduate training to PgCert in Advanced Medical Imaging in GI. Additional experience and qualifications in other areas of GI and/or GU examinations is desirable, but not essential and there will be the opportunity for you to develop.

The role will include being able to offer specialist advice, competently undertake imaging techniques, planning and prioritising own and departmental workload utilising specialist skills. To be a good example to and train radiographers, student radiographers and other healthcare workers and help them develop into skilled professionals.

The role requires a commitment to the multi-disciplinary team delivering a high-quality and efficient service.

You should have knowledge of, and be proficient in, the use of all equipment in all assigned areas and support the modality leads to deliver a consistently high standard of patient care and support service provision.

You are expected to participate in audit of your practice to ensure high standards and participate in training and development opportunities to support your role.

There is the opportunity for you to work in other areas/modalities within the Department depending on existing knowledge, skill and experience as service allows.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.

Date posted

15 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9155-CSAHP-0425-25

Job locations

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust

Harton Lane

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE34 0PL

Job description

Job responsibilities

To perform and independently report Barium Swallow examinations. To perform and report fluoroscopy procedures of other defined anatomical areas.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To perform and independently report Barium Swallow examinations. To perform and report fluoroscopy procedures of other defined anatomical areas.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Proven experience of recent autonomous Barium Swallow
Reporting activity.
Evidence of recent audit in report accuracy.
Experience of working in Fluoroscopy.
Ability to balance reporting and clinical aspects of role.
CPD Portfolio.

Desirable

Experience of audit and
implementing change.

Qualifications

Essential

DCR (D) or BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography.
HCPC Registered.
Post-graduate training to PgCert in Advanced Medical Imaging
in GI (Barium Swallows).

Desirable

Additional Post-graduate
training to PgCert in
Advanced Medical Imaging
in GI and/or GU (i.e
Proctogram, HSG and/or
cystograms).

Physical Skills

Essential

A high degree of practical ability in order to position patients
and equipment.
The ability to use computers peripherals (keyboard/mouse)
for sustained periods.
The ability to wear all necessary PPE, including lead-equivalent aprons, for sustained periods.

Other

Desirable

Please provide a contact telephone number.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Proven interpersonal skills.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proven organisational skills.
Ability to work as a member of a team and independently.
Flexibility.

Desirable

Expand upon core
knowledge using Evidence
Based Practice (EBP).
Familiarity with Meditech,
Soliton and/or AGFA PACS.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Proven experience of recent autonomous Barium Swallow
Reporting activity.
Evidence of recent audit in report accuracy.
Experience of working in Fluoroscopy.
Ability to balance reporting and clinical aspects of role.
CPD Portfolio.

Desirable

Experience of audit and
implementing change.

Qualifications

Essential

DCR (D) or BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography.
HCPC Registered.
Post-graduate training to PgCert in Advanced Medical Imaging
in GI (Barium Swallows).

Desirable

Additional Post-graduate
training to PgCert in
Advanced Medical Imaging
in GI and/or GU (i.e
Proctogram, HSG and/or
cystograms).

Physical Skills

Essential

A high degree of practical ability in order to position patients
and equipment.
The ability to use computers peripherals (keyboard/mouse)
for sustained periods.
The ability to wear all necessary PPE, including lead-equivalent aprons, for sustained periods.

Other

Desirable

Please provide a contact telephone number.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Proven interpersonal skills.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proven organisational skills.
Ability to work as a member of a team and independently.
Flexibility.

Desirable

Expand upon core
knowledge using Evidence
Based Practice (EBP).
Familiarity with Meditech,
Soliton and/or AGFA PACS.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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UK Registration

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Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)