Job summary
We are looking for a dedicated and pro-active Band 7 Radiographer
Plain Film Lead to join our friendly and progressive Imaging Department at
STSFT.
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the plain film service,
ensuring delivery of high-quality imaging, excellent patient care and clinical
excellence. Youll play a key role in developing the Service, supporting staff,
and driving innovation in-line with national guidance and local priorities.
As the Band 7 Plain Film Modality Lead, a senior clinical and
managerial position within the Radiology department, you will be responsible
for the strategic and operational oversight of the plain film (general X-ray)
service. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the delivery of
high-quality, safe, and efficient diagnostic imaging across various clinical
areas, including Emergency departments, inpatient wards, outpatient clinics,
theatres, and mobile services. This role is based at South Tyneside with an
expectation to work with other modality leads and the Sunderland-based plain
film lead.
As a highly-experienced and HCPC-registered Radiographer, you will provide advanced clinical expertise and professional
leadership to a team of Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and students.
The role involves workforce planning, service co-ordination, and leading quality
assurance processes, including audits, and compliance with radiation protection
and IR(ME)R regulations.
Main duties of the job
As Band 7 Lead you will support the development and implementation
of service improvement initiatives, working closely with Radiologists, senior
management, and other multidisciplinary teams. You will also be responsible for
supporting education and training, developing clinical competencies within the Team, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
This role is ideal for a forward-thinking radiographer
who is committed to driving service quality, fostering team development, and
enhancing the patient experience through leadership in diagnostic imaging.
You will provide expert clinical oversight and
leadership for the plain film (general X-ray) service across all areas,
including inpatient, outpatient, A&E, theatre, and mobile imaging.
You
will ensure the delivery of a safe, effective, and patient-centred imaging
service in-line with local and national guidelines, including IR(ME)R and HCPC
standards.
You
will be the lead point of contact for clinical queries and operational issues
within the plain film modality.
You
will lead daily staff allocation and workflow management to ensure effective
service coverage.
You will oversee and maintain robust quality
assurance (QA) procedures, including equipment testing, audit participation,
and incident reporting and monitor adherence to protocols and assist in their
review and development.
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 8,600 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Member of Radiology team delivering services to wide range of referrers, over a
24-hour period, seven days a week.
Suitable for current Band 6 or Band 5 Radiographer with suitable experience
wanting to progress. Expected to be a source of expertise, and to take senior
responsibility for producing images of a high standard, seeking advice when
necessary and assisting in training of Radiography students and Assistant Practitioners. Commitment to work out-of-hours and on-call. May be required to work alone, using initiative to prioritise and manage
patients requiring urgent examinations.
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Member of Radiology team delivering services to wide range of referrers, over a
24-hour period, seven days a week.
Suitable for current Band 6 or Band 5 Radiographer with suitable experience
wanting to progress. Expected to be a source of expertise, and to take senior
responsibility for producing images of a high standard, seeking advice when
necessary and assisting in training of Radiography students and Assistant Practitioners. Commitment to work out-of-hours and on-call. May be required to work alone, using initiative to prioritise and manage
patients requiring urgent examinations.
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Supervisory/management experience to a senior level.
- Experience in a variety of plain film and mobile fluoroscopy imaging.
- Previous NHS experience.
Desirable
- Previous lead role.
- Experience of change management.
- Experience of asset management.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a sound clinical knowledge of radiographic procedures, including:
- IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR 17/Radiation protection,
- Quality control,
- Clinical audit,
- Risk management.
- Demonstrate an ability to communicate with patients and other healthcare workers.
- CPD portfolio.
- Experience of Radiology IT systems.
- Skill requirements include
- Excellent communication skills,
- Organisation and time management,
- Ability to effectively delegate tasks,
- Ability to organise and motivate a team,
- Able to take responsibility,
- Able to manage resources effectively,
- Ability to react well in stressful or unpleasant situations.
Desirable
- Expand upon core knowledge using Evidence-Based Practice (EBP).
- Familiarity with Meditech, Soliton and / or AGFA PACS.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography.
- Willingness to undertake post-graduate education if required.
- Active HCPC registration.
Desirable
- Relevant Post-graduate Certificate (or equivalent).
Physical Skills
Essential
- Seven days service working hours with possibility of on-call / out-of-hours duties.
- Ability to work
- at a desk/VDU,
- within a controlled area wearing appropriate PPE,
- Manual handling / transferring of patients in-line with Trust training.
Other
Desirable
- Please provide a contact telephone number.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Supervisory/management experience to a senior level.
- Experience in a variety of plain film and mobile fluoroscopy imaging.
- Previous NHS experience.
Desirable
- Previous lead role.
- Experience of change management.
- Experience of asset management.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a sound clinical knowledge of radiographic procedures, including:
- IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR 17/Radiation protection,
- Quality control,
- Clinical audit,
- Risk management.
- Demonstrate an ability to communicate with patients and other healthcare workers.
- CPD portfolio.
- Experience of Radiology IT systems.
- Skill requirements include
- Excellent communication skills,
- Organisation and time management,
- Ability to effectively delegate tasks,
- Ability to organise and motivate a team,
- Able to take responsibility,
- Able to manage resources effectively,
- Ability to react well in stressful or unpleasant situations.
Desirable
- Expand upon core knowledge using Evidence-Based Practice (EBP).
- Familiarity with Meditech, Soliton and / or AGFA PACS.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography.
- Willingness to undertake post-graduate education if required.
- Active HCPC registration.
Desirable
- Relevant Post-graduate Certificate (or equivalent).
Physical Skills
Essential
- Seven days service working hours with possibility of on-call / out-of-hours duties.
- Ability to work
- at a desk/VDU,
- within a controlled area wearing appropriate PPE,
- Manual handling / transferring of patients in-line with Trust training.
Other
Desirable
- Please provide a contact telephone number.
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
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).
Employer details
Employer name
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Address
South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust
Harton Lane
South Shields
Tyne And Wear
NE34 0PL
Employer's website
https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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