Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic, knowledgeable and motivated Band 7 radiographers to join the Neuroradiology team at King's College Hospital.
The Neuroradiology department at King's is one of the busiest in the UK, providing specialised imaging services to the population of South East London and Kent. King's is a major trauma centre with the only 24 hour helicopter service in London, and a hyper-acute stroke centre.
The department has 3 Siemens MRI scanners, including a brand new 3T system. We carry out specialised MRI studies such as advanced tumour imaging, perfusion scanning, spectroscopy and functional imaging, in addition to scans under general anaesthetic for both adult and paediatric patients.
In our bi-plane interventional suite, radiographers are an integral part of the team, participating in neurovascular treatments such as coil embolization of cerebral aneurysms, and mechanical thrombectomy for acute stroke. The thrombectomy service has recently been extended to provide 24/7 access to this vital intervention.
The neuroradiographers also provide imaging support within neuro theatres, where a 3D rotational C-arm is used for complex spinal navigation, and an O-arm is utilised for precise stereotactic brain surgery.
Main duties of the job
As a senior neuroradiographer, you will rotate through all of the above modalities - managing the day-to-day workload; teaching and mentoring junior staff members; working within the multi-modality team and liaising with internal and external service users to provide an efficient and patient-focused service. MRI expertise is essential, and CT or angiography experience is desirable.
Weekend and night shift working will be a requirement as part of a 7-day working shift pattern. Full time staff work 4 10 hour days or 3 13 hour nights per week.
You will be an experienced radiographer, able to manage and prioritise the daily caseload, and to ensure provision of the highest standards of patient care. You will be able to work autonomously, consulting senior staff as and when necessary, giving advice and guidance to patients and other health care professionals.
You will be expected to take a lead role in the supervision and teaching of Band 6 Radiographers, Helpers, and Student Radiographers as appropriate.
You will be actively involved in daily operation of the Department, working closely within a multidisciplinary team and deputise for the Clinical Specialist Radiographers in their absence.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Service Delivery
Act as an Operator under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination.
Act as patient and staff advocate minimising their exposure to radiation.
Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs.
Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies. Ensure that the Trust A&E Targets are met.
Accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelines.
Apply in-depth knowledge of anatomy, pathology and equipment (scanners etc.) to determine appropriate imaging techniques for the individual patient condition.
Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of complex, high capital cost specialist imaging equipment.
Be responsible for ensuring the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode.
Ensure timely provision of images to referrers.
Receive and welcome patients and staff to the relevant Radiology reception areas and deal with any enquiries in a kind and courteous manner.
Communicate with the referrer any changes to referrals after assessing the clinical justification for an x-ray examination against IR(ME)R and local protocols.
Deal sensitively with patients or carers under emotional stress, including the terminally ill and bereaved.
Deal with potentially aggressive patients.
Communicate complex information relating to conditions and procedures to staff, patients and carers and ensure informed consent for examinations.
Communicates effectively on a daily basis with patients with communication difficulties and cognitive impairment.
Anticipate and interpret customers needs, defining the level of customer care required on an individual basis.
Communicate effectively with staff within and outside of the department to ensure the smooth operation of the service.
Give factual information to patients, including children, regarding examinations and understand the necessary preparations
Work with other Radiographers, Consultant Radiologists, Cardiologists and Health Care Professionals to assist them with diagnostic examinations and other procedures.
Ensure the safety and well being of patients, staff and visitors within the department.
Ensure patients receive timely and accurate information about their examination, and ensure urgent findings are communicated in the appropriate way to referrers Knowledge, Training and Experience.
Position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patients needs.
Be competent in the utilisation of complex and specialised imaging equipment.
Operate advanced software on specialised radiological equipment requiring in-depth anatomical, pathological and technical knowledge.
Be able to decide on additional views when required in line with Professional knowledge.
Comply with the requirements of the Clinical Negligence Scheme for Trusts.
Demonstrate problem-solving approach to issues arising at a local level, evaluating the need to refer problems to the line manager.
Be accountable for own professional actions and working within codes of Practice and Professional Guidelines, consulting senior staff as and when necessary.
Act as a source of knowledge to be consulted by other professionals.
Safely administer contrast media and other drugs in accordance with protocols as required. P
Physical Skills and Effort
Ensure the safe transferring of patients and equipment, following manual handling guidelines and using risk assessment.
Assist with changing and personal care of patients as necessary including those who are immobile or disabled.
Operate a wide range of radiological equipment requiring excellent hand-eye coordination, e.g. bolus chasing, post processing of images.
Operate Modality and PACS equipment within a VDU environment.
Physically position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patients needs.
Ensure appropriate infection control measures are utilised where necessary, paying particular attention to personal protection as well as the management of equipment and linens contaminated by bodily fluids.
Please see Job Description for full responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Service Delivery
Act as an Operator under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination.
Act as patient and staff advocate minimising their exposure to radiation.
Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs.
Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies. Ensure that the Trust A&E Targets are met.
Accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelines.
Apply in-depth knowledge of anatomy, pathology and equipment (scanners etc.) to determine appropriate imaging techniques for the individual patient condition.
Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of complex, high capital cost specialist imaging equipment.
Be responsible for ensuring the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode.
Ensure timely provision of images to referrers.
Receive and welcome patients and staff to the relevant Radiology reception areas and deal with any enquiries in a kind and courteous manner.
Communicate with the referrer any changes to referrals after assessing the clinical justification for an x-ray examination against IR(ME)R and local protocols.
Deal sensitively with patients or carers under emotional stress, including the terminally ill and bereaved.
Deal with potentially aggressive patients.
Communicate complex information relating to conditions and procedures to staff, patients and carers and ensure informed consent for examinations.
Communicates effectively on a daily basis with patients with communication difficulties and cognitive impairment.
Anticipate and interpret customers needs, defining the level of customer care required on an individual basis.
Communicate effectively with staff within and outside of the department to ensure the smooth operation of the service.
Give factual information to patients, including children, regarding examinations and understand the necessary preparations
Work with other Radiographers, Consultant Radiologists, Cardiologists and Health Care Professionals to assist them with diagnostic examinations and other procedures.
Ensure the safety and well being of patients, staff and visitors within the department.
Ensure patients receive timely and accurate information about their examination, and ensure urgent findings are communicated in the appropriate way to referrers Knowledge, Training and Experience.
Position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patients needs.
Be competent in the utilisation of complex and specialised imaging equipment.
Operate advanced software on specialised radiological equipment requiring in-depth anatomical, pathological and technical knowledge.
Be able to decide on additional views when required in line with Professional knowledge.
Comply with the requirements of the Clinical Negligence Scheme for Trusts.
Demonstrate problem-solving approach to issues arising at a local level, evaluating the need to refer problems to the line manager.
Be accountable for own professional actions and working within codes of Practice and Professional Guidelines, consulting senior staff as and when necessary.
Act as a source of knowledge to be consulted by other professionals.
Safely administer contrast media and other drugs in accordance with protocols as required. P
Physical Skills and Effort
Ensure the safe transferring of patients and equipment, following manual handling guidelines and using risk assessment.
Assist with changing and personal care of patients as necessary including those who are immobile or disabled.
Operate a wide range of radiological equipment requiring excellent hand-eye coordination, e.g. bolus chasing, post processing of images.
Operate Modality and PACS equipment within a VDU environment.
Physically position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patients needs.
Ensure appropriate infection control measures are utilised where necessary, paying particular attention to personal protection as well as the management of equipment and linens contaminated by bodily fluids.
Please see Job Description for full responsibilities.
Person Specification
Application Form
Essential
- Application form completed correctly, i.e. no missing info, employment history in correct order, no name in supporting info etc.
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Demonstrates a positive approach to patient care
- Able to organise and prioritise workload
- Able to think logically, independently and solve problems
- Good organisational skills
- Able to evaluate complex information
- Leadership experience and the ability to work in a team
Desirable
- Knowledge of data analysis and statistics
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiography (or equivalent)
- HCPC Registration
- Demonstrates specific reasons for applying for this role
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification in Radiography or Leadership and Management (or working towards)
- IV cannulation certificate
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Post graduate MRI experience
- Experience in supervision and training of less experienced radiographers, students and departmental staff in a specialised modality
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Able to present oral and written information effectively
- Experience of the daily management of a defined work area
- Evidence of recent CPD relevant to the role
Desirable
- Post graduate Neuro Experience
- Post graduate CT experience
- Post graduate Angiography experience
- Awareness of NHS targets that affect MRI, CT and IR departments
- Experience of undertaking research and/or clinical audit
Person Specification
Application Form
Essential
- Application form completed correctly, i.e. no missing info, employment history in correct order, no name in supporting info etc.
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Demonstrates a positive approach to patient care
- Able to organise and prioritise workload
- Able to think logically, independently and solve problems
- Good organisational skills
- Able to evaluate complex information
- Leadership experience and the ability to work in a team
Desirable
- Knowledge of data analysis and statistics
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiography (or equivalent)
- HCPC Registration
- Demonstrates specific reasons for applying for this role
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification in Radiography or Leadership and Management (or working towards)
- IV cannulation certificate
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Post graduate MRI experience
- Experience in supervision and training of less experienced radiographers, students and departmental staff in a specialised modality
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Able to present oral and written information effectively
- Experience of the daily management of a defined work area
- Evidence of recent CPD relevant to the role
Desirable
- Post graduate Neuro Experience
- Post graduate CT experience
- Post graduate Angiography experience
- Awareness of NHS targets that affect MRI, CT and IR departments
- Experience of undertaking research and/or clinical audit
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).
