Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced radiographer to join the Cross-sectional Imaging team as a Band 7 CT Superintendent. This post would suit someone with excellent CT skills and leadership experience.
You will need to be highly skilled in a wide range of CT applications in order to scan, advise and support junior and less experienced colleagues - a relevant post graduate qualification is desirable.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service..
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will also need to show that you have the skills to be an effective leader, coupled with a good knowledge of day to day operational service need. The Trusts Managed Equipment Service contract ensures a planned and guaranteed equipment replacement programme with managed maintenance and repair, which will ensure we will always work with the latest up to date technology.
Good communication skills and an understanding of other services both within and outside of Radiology are paramount to fulfil the management role associated with this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will also need to show that you have the skills to be an effective leader, coupled with a good knowledge of day to day operational service need. The Trusts Managed Equipment Service contract ensures a planned and guaranteed equipment replacement programme with managed maintenance and repair, which will ensure we will always work with the latest up to date technology.
Good communication skills and an understanding of other services both within and outside of Radiology are paramount to fulfil the management role associated with this post.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualification
- Current HCPC registration
- Level 7 Post graduate qualification in area of clinical specialism or equivalent experience
- Sound knowledge of Radiation Protection regulations including IR(ME)R 2017, IRR 17
- Evidence of ability to support a range of learners in practice or supporting colleagues to promote learning in practice
- Equipment Super user within area of speciality
Desirable
- Change Management Qualification
- Formal management/supervisory training
- Intravenous Cannulation Training
- Radiation Protection Supervisor course
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Evidence of advanced imaging knowledge in area of specialism
- Extensive post qualification experience in area of clinical specialism
- Ability to prioritise work and adapt to changing deadlines
- Detailed knowledge of imaging systems within area of imaging speciality
- I.T skills and ability to develop skills further
- Extensive knowledge of the guidelines relating to clinical specialist area.
- Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance Knowledge of Trust policies and professional issues
- Demonstration of knowledge of other departments work practices with which radiology has a significant interface.
- Evidence of previous teaching experience
- Previous management /supervisory experience
Desirable
- Evidence of Research and audit in practice
- Evidence of previous change management
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Excellent leadership qualities and motivational skills
- Ability to make decisions and support the team
- Ability to understand and interpret complex information
- Able to communicate with all ages, abilities and cultures including the seriously ill
- Able to hold difficult conversations, manage difficult situations including disciplinary and performance matters
- Excellent attention to detail
- Able to deliver specialist training and education in both formal and informal settings
- Diplomatic, discreet, and courteous
- Adaptable to new situations and confident to assess and seek timely help when necessary
- Committed to the improvement of patient care with a dynamic and flexible approach to service delivery
- Able to remain calm when under pressure.
- Presentation Skills
- Punctual, presentable, and courteous at all times
Desirable
- Innovative ideas regarding continual service improvement
- Budgetary awareness
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualification
- Current HCPC registration
- Level 7 Post graduate qualification in area of clinical specialism or equivalent experience
- Sound knowledge of Radiation Protection regulations including IR(ME)R 2017, IRR 17
- Evidence of ability to support a range of learners in practice or supporting colleagues to promote learning in practice
- Equipment Super user within area of speciality
Desirable
- Change Management Qualification
- Formal management/supervisory training
- Intravenous Cannulation Training
- Radiation Protection Supervisor course
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Evidence of advanced imaging knowledge in area of specialism
- Extensive post qualification experience in area of clinical specialism
- Ability to prioritise work and adapt to changing deadlines
- Detailed knowledge of imaging systems within area of imaging speciality
- I.T skills and ability to develop skills further
- Extensive knowledge of the guidelines relating to clinical specialist area.
- Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance Knowledge of Trust policies and professional issues
- Demonstration of knowledge of other departments work practices with which radiology has a significant interface.
- Evidence of previous teaching experience
- Previous management /supervisory experience
Desirable
- Evidence of Research and audit in practice
- Evidence of previous change management
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Excellent leadership qualities and motivational skills
- Ability to make decisions and support the team
- Ability to understand and interpret complex information
- Able to communicate with all ages, abilities and cultures including the seriously ill
- Able to hold difficult conversations, manage difficult situations including disciplinary and performance matters
- Excellent attention to detail
- Able to deliver specialist training and education in both formal and informal settings
- Diplomatic, discreet, and courteous
- Adaptable to new situations and confident to assess and seek timely help when necessary
- Committed to the improvement of patient care with a dynamic and flexible approach to service delivery
- Able to remain calm when under pressure.
- Presentation Skills
- Punctual, presentable, and courteous at all times
Desirable
- Innovative ideas regarding continual service improvement
- Budgetary awareness
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).
