Job summary
Are you a radiographer looking to be part of an impactful and innovative service and wanting to work within a friendly team? Look no further!
We are looking for dynamic, committed and motivated rotational senior radiographers who are proficient and skilled in CT and/or MRI to work across our Lewisham and Greenwich Hospital sites and Community Diagnostic Centres (CDC) opening March 2025 (Eltham Community Hospital and Queen Marys Sidcup).
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a new community service developed and managed by the NHS which will aim to improve healthcare outcomes and make our NHS more resilient than ever.
The post holder will work alongside modality leads to deliver an efficient, effective and high-quality service, whilst offering guidance and support to junior colleagues and managing the day-to-day service to patients.
At LGT we promise to provide you with the tools to develop yourself professionally and work at the top of your job role within a very supportive directorate.
We strongly believe that a happy workforce is essential to delivering excellent patient care. We aim to invest our resources in improving the health and well-being of our team and provide a rotation that enables a great work life balance.
If this is what you are looking for then you would fit perfectly into our radiographic team here at LGT
Please Note: Your base site will be Eltham Community Hospital, 30 Plassey Place, SE9 5DQ
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
Acquisition of CT & MRI examinations in line with IRMER and IRR99 regulations
To carry out all responsibilities with regard to relevant and appropriate policies
Ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all patients.
Work harmoniously with colleagues of all professions to enhance the working environment at LGT and within the CDC.
Contribute towards the development of services at LGT and the CDC.
Deputise for the Site Clinical Lead when necessary.
Training of staff and students
To communicate effectively with clinical, managerial, administrative and ancillary staff in order to ensure a professional and timely service.
The post holder will be expected to rotate between acute departments. In addition, the two new Community Diagnostic Centres currently being developed and due to be running from Early 2025.
To work over a 7-day working week
About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Job Summary: To be responsible for carrying out specialised radiographic imaging to a high standard and in a professional manner, working to departmental guidelines whilst being accountable forown actions. To deputise for Superintendent Radiographers. The post holder will be required to carry out radiographic duties on a diverse patient population. To carry out all responsibilities with regard to relevant and appropriate Policies To communicate effectively with clinical, managerial, administrative and ancillary staff inorder to ensure a professional and timely service. The post holder will be expected to rotate between acute departments. In addition, the two new Community Diagnostic Centres currently being developed and due to be running from Early 2025. To work over a 7-day working week2. Clinical To independently undertake specialised diagnostic radiology procedures maintaining high professional standards of technical competence and always ensuring standards of essence of care. To undertake a full range of imaging procedures, to maintain knowledge and be fully aware of the safety aspects and hazards. This will include related emergency procedureswhen working in the specialised area. To be familiar with the safety guidelines for all equipment in clinical use issued by theMHRA. To be fully conversant in all aspects of Magnentic Resonance Imaging safety, including full understanding of the MRI Local Rules and emergency procedures ( e.g. Fire, Cardiac Arrest, Quench.) To monitor and evaluate Ionising Radiation Regulations 99 and IR(ME)R 2000 and ensurepatients procedures are performed with due consideration of these regulations, taking particular note of all Local Rules for specific areas of the Department. To ensure the protection and safety of all patients and staff against the dangers ofradiation. To take responsibility for the care of the patient whilst undertaking the procedure. This includes manual handling, moving the patients in the wheelchairs, beds, and trolleys. To wear heavy Pb (lead) aprons for long periods To move and handle delicate and heavy MRI Coils multiple times per shift Offer an opinion on images obtained to relevant medical personnel as per departmentalprotocols and in-house training. To supervise and provide clinical assistance to radiographers, assistant practitioners and students Abide by, promote and ensure compliance with scan protocols, procedures and guidelines Vet and prioritize cross-sectional examinations in line with clinical protocols To report clinical, non-clinical and radiation incidents in line with Trust and DepartmentalRisk Management policies. To undertake regular QA tests to identify and report equipment faults or inaccuracies withoutside agencies as necessary, e.g. Equipment engineers, Medical Physicists, etc. Be fully conversant of appropriate actions to take in the event of any untoward incident in the specialised areas being worked in, e.g. projectile injury in MRI, anaphylaxis postcontrast administration, pneumothorax during biopsies To report equipment failures immediately, by liaising with equipment support centres to arrange services and emergency call out for general and specialist x- ray equipment To re-arrange worklists in the event of equipment failure, organise alternative cover andinform relevant Trust staffing. To assist in the evaluation and procurement process for any new equipment within theDepartment. To cannulate patients for relevant clinical examinations within cross sectional Contact with body fluids is frequent, and constitutes highly unpleasant working conditions3. Training To participate in the induction and training of new staff, assistant practitioners, and student radiographers. To supervise, assist and support radiographers and medical staff training in specialist areas To undertake formalised assessments of staff training in the specialised areaensuring staff competency. To provide assistance and be actively involved in departmental projects and audits To be actively involved in departmental quality groups and pro-active in the sharing of goodpractice. To give lectures and presentations within the Trust and to outside organisations onareas of special interest4. Leadership/Multi-disciplinary teamwork To encourage the highest professional and technical standards in all staff using personalexample and constructive supervision. To be responsible for leading and co-ordinating the team in an allocated area in the absence of the Superintendent Radiographer. This will involve being able to cope with frequent interruptions from both colleagues and other medical and non-medical staff of the Trust. To motivate staff and promote a high level of morale in the department Organise rotas and workload of given small specialised areas under direction of Head of Radiography or a Superintendent Radiographer Participate in recruitment process for radiographers, assistant practitioners and supportstaff. To undertake appraisals of radiographers and assistant practitioners. To make proposals for and assist in implementation of changes in working practice asrequired for efficient service delivery.5. Communication To offer advice and guidance to patients, carers and other health professionals onradiology procedures, specialised procedures and radiation issues taking dueconsideration of the patients condition. Assess specific communication needs of individual patients. To anticipate wherecommunication difficulties might make completion of relevant difficult and implementalternative methods to ensure patient safety is maintained at all times. To inform and promote Radiology guidelines and departmental policies to other healthcareprofessionals To obtain informed consent from patients or their carers prior to undertaking procedures as appropriate to individual circumstances and barriers. To ensure accurate recording on the Radiology Information System patient information andexamination details including confirmation of examination and consumables used and dosereceived by patient. To promote good relations with other directorates and hospitals To attend any meetings as required by the Head of Radiography or SuperintendentRadiographer.6. Personal Development To attend any relevant study days and in-house lectures and training afternoons To take part in the departments personal appraisal scheme and CPD. Maintain a commitment to professional development and a high level of technical andtheoretical skills ensuring a CPD portfolio of evidence is kept up to date. To take every opportunity for self-development in extended radiographic roles To undertake any other duties appropriate to the post when requested by the Head of Radiography or Radiology Service Manager. This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change in accordance with organisation and service developments, but any such changes will be fully discussed withthe post holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Job Summary: To be responsible for carrying out specialised radiographic imaging to a high standard and in a professional manner, working to departmental guidelines whilst being accountable forown actions. To deputise for Superintendent Radiographers. The post holder will be required to carry out radiographic duties on a diverse patient population. To carry out all responsibilities with regard to relevant and appropriate Policies To communicate effectively with clinical, managerial, administrative and ancillary staff inorder to ensure a professional and timely service. The post holder will be expected to rotate between acute departments. In addition, the two new Community Diagnostic Centres currently being developed and due to be running from Early 2025. To work over a 7-day working week2. Clinical To independently undertake specialised diagnostic radiology procedures maintaining high professional standards of technical competence and always ensuring standards of essence of care. To undertake a full range of imaging procedures, to maintain knowledge and be fully aware of the safety aspects and hazards. This will include related emergency procedureswhen working in the specialised area. To be familiar with the safety guidelines for all equipment in clinical use issued by theMHRA. To be fully conversant in all aspects of Magnentic Resonance Imaging safety, including full understanding of the MRI Local Rules and emergency procedures ( e.g. Fire, Cardiac Arrest, Quench.) To monitor and evaluate Ionising Radiation Regulations 99 and IR(ME)R 2000 and ensurepatients procedures are performed with due consideration of these regulations, taking particular note of all Local Rules for specific areas of the Department. To ensure the protection and safety of all patients and staff against the dangers ofradiation. To take responsibility for the care of the patient whilst undertaking the procedure. This includes manual handling, moving the patients in the wheelchairs, beds, and trolleys. To wear heavy Pb (lead) aprons for long periods To move and handle delicate and heavy MRI Coils multiple times per shift Offer an opinion on images obtained to relevant medical personnel as per departmentalprotocols and in-house training. To supervise and provide clinical assistance to radiographers, assistant practitioners and students Abide by, promote and ensure compliance with scan protocols, procedures and guidelines Vet and prioritize cross-sectional examinations in line with clinical protocols To report clinical, non-clinical and radiation incidents in line with Trust and DepartmentalRisk Management policies. To undertake regular QA tests to identify and report equipment faults or inaccuracies withoutside agencies as necessary, e.g. Equipment engineers, Medical Physicists, etc. Be fully conversant of appropriate actions to take in the event of any untoward incident in the specialised areas being worked in, e.g. projectile injury in MRI, anaphylaxis postcontrast administration, pneumothorax during biopsies To report equipment failures immediately, by liaising with equipment support centres to arrange services and emergency call out for general and specialist x- ray equipment To re-arrange worklists in the event of equipment failure, organise alternative cover andinform relevant Trust staffing. To assist in the evaluation and procurement process for any new equipment within theDepartment. To cannulate patients for relevant clinical examinations within cross sectional Contact with body fluids is frequent, and constitutes highly unpleasant working conditions3. Training To participate in the induction and training of new staff, assistant practitioners, and student radiographers. To supervise, assist and support radiographers and medical staff training in specialist areas To undertake formalised assessments of staff training in the specialised areaensuring staff competency. To provide assistance and be actively involved in departmental projects and audits To be actively involved in departmental quality groups and pro-active in the sharing of goodpractice. To give lectures and presentations within the Trust and to outside organisations onareas of special interest4. Leadership/Multi-disciplinary teamwork To encourage the highest professional and technical standards in all staff using personalexample and constructive supervision. To be responsible for leading and co-ordinating the team in an allocated area in the absence of the Superintendent Radiographer. This will involve being able to cope with frequent interruptions from both colleagues and other medical and non-medical staff of the Trust. To motivate staff and promote a high level of morale in the department Organise rotas and workload of given small specialised areas under direction of Head of Radiography or a Superintendent Radiographer Participate in recruitment process for radiographers, assistant practitioners and supportstaff. To undertake appraisals of radiographers and assistant practitioners. To make proposals for and assist in implementation of changes in working practice asrequired for efficient service delivery.5. Communication To offer advice and guidance to patients, carers and other health professionals onradiology procedures, specialised procedures and radiation issues taking dueconsideration of the patients condition. Assess specific communication needs of individual patients. To anticipate wherecommunication difficulties might make completion of relevant difficult and implementalternative methods to ensure patient safety is maintained at all times. To inform and promote Radiology guidelines and departmental policies to other healthcareprofessionals To obtain informed consent from patients or their carers prior to undertaking procedures as appropriate to individual circumstances and barriers. To ensure accurate recording on the Radiology Information System patient information andexamination details including confirmation of examination and consumables used and dosereceived by patient. To promote good relations with other directorates and hospitals To attend any meetings as required by the Head of Radiography or SuperintendentRadiographer.6. Personal Development To attend any relevant study days and in-house lectures and training afternoons To take part in the departments personal appraisal scheme and CPD. Maintain a commitment to professional development and a high level of technical andtheoretical skills ensuring a CPD portfolio of evidence is kept up to date. To take every opportunity for self-development in extended radiographic roles To undertake any other duties appropriate to the post when requested by the Head of Radiography or Radiology Service Manager. This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change in accordance with organisation and service developments, but any such changes will be fully discussed withthe post holder.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR, BSc in Radiography or equivalent State Registered with HPC
Desirable
- Relevant post grad certificate
- IV cannulation certificate
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate high standards of technical skills Enthusiasm for training students
- Able to demonstrate a responsible attitude to teamwork.
- 2 years' experience in Cross sectional radiography - CT and/or MRI
- Demonstrate a high level of patient care, able to cope with the diversity of patients' needs
- Progressive attitude and evidence of CPD
- Out of hours work experience
- IT skills
- Able to plan and prioritise workloads.
- Competent in the use and care of a range of X-ray equipment.
Desirable
- Post Grad training courses.
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Excellent communications skills, both verbally and in writing
- Confident to act on own initiative.
- Ability to present information in a clear and logical manner
- Excellent interpersonal, persuasive and motivational skills
- Flexible approach to working practice Skilled operator of computers
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Good problem-solving skills
- Excellent team player
- Able to demonstrate an aptitude for training and developing staff in specialist areas.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and that of others
Desirable
- Ability to give effective feedback to other Radiographic staff
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Professional & responsible attitude Demonstrate effective leadership qualities Reliable, stable & self-motivated.
- Able to promote a high standard of customer care Ability to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
- Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the service including cross site working
- Able to cope with all types of patients coming with particular reference to A&E patients
- Able to work alone
- Able to personally reflect on own performance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR, BSc in Radiography or equivalent State Registered with HPC
Desirable
- Relevant post grad certificate
- IV cannulation certificate
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate high standards of technical skills Enthusiasm for training students
- Able to demonstrate a responsible attitude to teamwork.
- 2 years' experience in Cross sectional radiography - CT and/or MRI
- Demonstrate a high level of patient care, able to cope with the diversity of patients' needs
- Progressive attitude and evidence of CPD
- Out of hours work experience
- IT skills
- Able to plan and prioritise workloads.
- Competent in the use and care of a range of X-ray equipment.
Desirable
- Post Grad training courses.
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Excellent communications skills, both verbally and in writing
- Confident to act on own initiative.
- Ability to present information in a clear and logical manner
- Excellent interpersonal, persuasive and motivational skills
- Flexible approach to working practice Skilled operator of computers
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Good problem-solving skills
- Excellent team player
- Able to demonstrate an aptitude for training and developing staff in specialist areas.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and that of others
Desirable
- Ability to give effective feedback to other Radiographic staff
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Professional & responsible attitude Demonstrate effective leadership qualities Reliable, stable & self-motivated.
- Able to promote a high standard of customer care Ability to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
- Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the service including cross site working
- Able to cope with all types of patients coming with particular reference to A&E patients
- Able to work alone
- Able to personally reflect on own performance
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).
