Job summary
The post holder will be a qualified radiographer, able to assess and treat own workload of patients/clients and to ensure provision of the highest standards of patient care. Including the legal documentation on the EPIC system and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode.
They will be able to work autonomously, consulting senior staff as and when necessary, and will be accountable for their own professional actions. They will work as part of the wider multidisciplinary team.
The post holder will participate in the supervision and teaching of Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and Student Radiographers as appropriate.
Particular emphasis is put at Kings on the need to ensure that all staff recognise their responsibility to deliver services in a high quality, courteous, patient focused manner maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
Main duties of the job
Act 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.
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.
Perform out of hours duties as part of the departmental shift system, without supervision and acting as team leader where necessary.
Assess and treat own workload of patients/clients, also communicates work priorities, organising workload and encouraging collaboration in the respective work area.
Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of imaging equipment, reporting faults to senior staff or directly to the manufacturer.
Participate in the departmental rota, being flexible in responding to service needs.
Be responsive to change management issues and understand the implications for the Radiology service.
Ensure all adverse incidents are reported in line with trust policies
Participate in clinical audit to improve quality of service and support the continual development of services in line with best, evidence based practice.
Participate in multiple site rotation as and when necessary
About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is 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
Act 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.
Undertake additional modality training in Computed Tomography.
Perform out of hours duties as part of the departmental shift system, without supervision and acting as team leader where necessary.
Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies or increased demand from A&E, particularly during out of hours duties.
Assess and treat own workload of patients/clients, also communicates work priorities, organising workload and encouraging collaboration in the respective work area.
Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of imaging equipment, reporting faults to senior staff or directly to the manufacturer.
Participate in the departmental rota, being flexible in responding to service needs.
Be responsive to change management issues and understand the implications for the Radiology service.
Ensure all adverse incidents are reported in line with trust policies
Participate in clinical audit to improve quality of service and support the continual development of services in line with best, evidence based practice.
Participate in multiple site rotation as and when necessary
Job description
Job responsibilities
Act 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.
Undertake additional modality training in Computed Tomography.
Perform out of hours duties as part of the departmental shift system, without supervision and acting as team leader where necessary.
Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies or increased demand from A&E, particularly during out of hours duties.
Assess and treat own workload of patients/clients, also communicates work priorities, organising workload and encouraging collaboration in the respective work area.
Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of imaging equipment, reporting faults to senior staff or directly to the manufacturer.
Participate in the departmental rota, being flexible in responding to service needs.
Be responsive to change management issues and understand the implications for the Radiology service.
Ensure all adverse incidents are reported in line with trust policies
Participate in clinical audit to improve quality of service and support the continual development of services in line with best, evidence based practice.
Participate in multiple site rotation as and when necessary
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- BSc Diagnostic Radiography
- Recent and relevant NHS Experience
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- CT Experience
- Demonstrates leadership/team work skills
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- BSc Diagnostic Radiography
- Recent and relevant NHS Experience
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- CT Experience
- Demonstrates leadership/team work skills
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).
