Job summary
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is currently offering an exciting opportunity.
We are seeking an experienced quailfied DXA Reporting Radiographer to aid in the advancement of the DXA Reporting Service and ensure that DXA scans are reported with the utmost excellence within the appropriate timeframe.
You will be responsible for guiding the broader team to ensure the dissemination of best practices. You should possess extensive experience in establishing governance and implementing best practices in accordance with professional standards.
The responsibilities of this role include dividing time between clinical work in DXA and X-ray (approximately 30%) and DXA Reporting (approximately 70%) or as required by the service. As part of this role, you will be expected to meet the four pillars of advanced practice, conduct diagnostic imaging and maintain relevant records, supervise junior Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners, Apprentices and students, assist in teaching SpRs, participate in research and audit and contribute to the department's QSI accreditation.
You will possess a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography, a proven track record of recent and relevant CPD participation and current HCPC Registration. Excellent communication skills and extensive experience in DXA Scanning and plain film Radiography are essential for this role, as is the ability to lead a team and work independently.
Main duties of the job
To assist the DXA Lead Radiographer in their responsibilities, which includes overseeing the daily operations of the clinical service, developing strategic service plans, conducting clinical audits and ensuring the proper maintenance of department governance documents within the DXA Department.
You will be responsible for independently generating reports on DXA scans from various referral sources, after a period of double reporting with the Radiologist to ensure consistency and governance purposes.
Maintain consistently high standards of general imaging and DXA scans, as well as patient care, by utilising expert knowledge, involving users and demonstrating a commitment to personal and professional development.
Collaborate effectively within our multi-disciplinary team.
This position will involve a flexible rotation through other Imaging departments as part of our future service development. However, the primary focus will be on the DXA Department.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note that this position is exclusively available to Radiographers who have successfully completed the ROS national training scheme for bone density and a PgC in Bone Densitometry Reporting.
The role may expand to include advanced practice and you must be willing to support this development.
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
The advert will close at midnight on 18 January 2024.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note that this position is exclusively available to Radiographers who have successfully completed the ROS national training scheme for bone density and a PgC in Bone Densitometry Reporting.
The role may expand to include advanced practice and you must be willing to support this development.
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
The advert will close at midnight on 18 January 2024.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography
- PgC in Bone Densitometry Reporting
- Post graduate qualification from
- Leadership training / willing to complete module or course
- Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS) in DXA image acquisition
- Portfolio evidence to support specialist DXA practice
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- Attendance at recent relevant study days / courses
- Up to date CPD portfolio
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in DXA reporting
- Recent experience working in DXA scanning running independent lists ideally for at least 12 months
- Leadership experience
- Demonstrable experience of running an area independently
- Extensive experience in NHS plain film imaging departments since qualification
- Experience of PACS / Radiology systems
- Commitment to CPD
Desirable
- Working with Paediatrics
- Experience of teaching
- Experience of involvement of recruitment and selection
- Experience of conducting appraisals
- Involvement in the Quality Standard for Imaging (QSI)
- Extension of job role, e.g. Health and safety / RPS
- Experience in research
Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge of anatomy and pathology associated with DXA reporting
- Sound knowledge of governance processes related to reporting
- Open to the acquisition of news skills and knowledge
- Good understanding and working knowledge of PACS and Radiology systems
- Have a sound understanding of general X-ray anatomy, physics and safety
- Accurate patient positioning
- Good radiographic technique / adaptation of technique
- Good knowledge of anatomy
- Knowledge of exposure factors
- Working Knowledge of IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR
- Ability to interpret clinical information on request forms accurately
- Evidence of relevant CPD
- Knowledge of trouble shooting equipment
Desirable
- Knowledge of risk management and clinical governance
- Participation in audit processes related to reporting
- Understanding of audit in relation to service provision
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as an effective team leader
- Computer literate
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Works in a calm and organised manner and mixes in well as part of a cohesive team
- Show initiative to work independently and be responsible to service needs
- Ability to prioritise workload in a changing work environment
- Demonstrate decision making skills
- Organisational skills and the ability to multitask
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to use initiative, organise and problem solve
- Ability to identify own educational and development needs
- Good motivator / trainer
- Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team
- Open to acquisition of new skills and knowledge
- Ability to prioritise workload in a changing work environment
Desirable
- Participates in tutorials for staff and students
- Good presentation skills
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
- Prepared to work contracted hours flexibly
- Ability to wear a lead apron for a substantial period of time
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography
- PgC in Bone Densitometry Reporting
- Post graduate qualification from
- Leadership training / willing to complete module or course
- Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS) in DXA image acquisition
- Portfolio evidence to support specialist DXA practice
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- Attendance at recent relevant study days / courses
- Up to date CPD portfolio
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in DXA reporting
- Recent experience working in DXA scanning running independent lists ideally for at least 12 months
- Leadership experience
- Demonstrable experience of running an area independently
- Extensive experience in NHS plain film imaging departments since qualification
- Experience of PACS / Radiology systems
- Commitment to CPD
Desirable
- Working with Paediatrics
- Experience of teaching
- Experience of involvement of recruitment and selection
- Experience of conducting appraisals
- Involvement in the Quality Standard for Imaging (QSI)
- Extension of job role, e.g. Health and safety / RPS
- Experience in research
Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge of anatomy and pathology associated with DXA reporting
- Sound knowledge of governance processes related to reporting
- Open to the acquisition of news skills and knowledge
- Good understanding and working knowledge of PACS and Radiology systems
- Have a sound understanding of general X-ray anatomy, physics and safety
- Accurate patient positioning
- Good radiographic technique / adaptation of technique
- Good knowledge of anatomy
- Knowledge of exposure factors
- Working Knowledge of IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR
- Ability to interpret clinical information on request forms accurately
- Evidence of relevant CPD
- Knowledge of trouble shooting equipment
Desirable
- Knowledge of risk management and clinical governance
- Participation in audit processes related to reporting
- Understanding of audit in relation to service provision
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as an effective team leader
- Computer literate
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Works in a calm and organised manner and mixes in well as part of a cohesive team
- Show initiative to work independently and be responsible to service needs
- Ability to prioritise workload in a changing work environment
- Demonstrate decision making skills
- Organisational skills and the ability to multitask
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to use initiative, organise and problem solve
- Ability to identify own educational and development needs
- Good motivator / trainer
- Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team
- Open to acquisition of new skills and knowledge
- Ability to prioritise workload in a changing work environment
Desirable
- Participates in tutorials for staff and students
- Good presentation skills
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
- Prepared to work contracted hours flexibly
- Ability to wear a lead apron for a substantial period of time
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).