Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Xray and Fluoroscopy Clinical Specialist Radiographer

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Job summary

The Imaging department is well-equipped, having two 128 slice Siemens CT scanners, two 1.5T Siemens MRI scanners, digital screening rooms and updated US machines and two dedicated fluoroscopy/interventional suites. Works are currently underway to install a new Cardiac CT scanner and we have just opened a new SPECT CT. We also employ regular on-site CT and MRI vans/static scanners for additional workload.

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Specialist Radiographer to oversee the day-to-day operation of the plain film and fluoroscopy services. The successful candidate will have extensive clinical knowledge and skills of both areas, together with a commitment to support the team in providing the highest standards of service. They will be confident in taking responsibility and making decisions in matters relating to staff, patients and the service.

If you have any questions please get in touch with Carol Argar on 01793 605052.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will manage the day-to-day organisation and operational issues of radiographic services in the Plain Film and Fluoroscopy sections of the Radiology Department answering to the Plain film Superintendent. They will conduct diagnostic radiography examinations across a range of clinical specialities and more specialised modalities, upon a range of patient types both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi professional team, in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal standards and requirements. The post holder will independently assess each patient and adapt radiographic techniques according to their needs. They will undertake an active role in the training of Radiography Students, Medical Students or any other Trainees from other Trusts or Universities. The post holder will use professional discretion and experience to ensure that clinical practice is carried out correctly, professionally and within the legal framework.

About us

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Details

Date posted

13 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year plus 5% RRP

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

249-6282955

Job locations

The Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon, SN3 6BB

SN3 6BB


Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To conduct examinations across a range of clinical specialities, including fluoroscopy and plain film and across a range of patient types both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi professional team, in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal standards andrequirements.2. To interpret clinicians requirements, to determine the appropriate radiographic technique and ensure that it is performed in accordance with best practice and that the resultant images are of a high standardand patient care is maintained at all times. Information to be interpreted maybe complex in nature.3. To assess and justify referrals under Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017, IR(ME)R following practitioner guidelines.4. To use discretion to work outside of departmental standards when clinical circumstances necessitate i.e. undertaking additional or specialist techniques

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To conduct examinations across a range of clinical specialities, including fluoroscopy and plain film and across a range of patient types both as an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multi professional team, in a manner that meets professional, departmental and legal standards andrequirements.2. To interpret clinicians requirements, to determine the appropriate radiographic technique and ensure that it is performed in accordance with best practice and that the resultant images are of a high standardand patient care is maintained at all times. Information to be interpreted maybe complex in nature.3. To assess and justify referrals under Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017, IR(ME)R following practitioner guidelines.4. To use discretion to work outside of departmental standards when clinical circumstances necessitate i.e. undertaking additional or specialist techniques

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc Diagnostic Radiography or DCR Equivalent
  • HCPC registration
  • Teaching experience
  • General/Fluoro training/experience

Desirable

  • Post graduate qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post qualification clinical experience
  • Experience of training and managing students.
  • Experience of dealing with challenging situations.

Desirable

  • Management Experience
  • NHS experience

Knowledge

Essential

  • Excellent team working, organisational and leadership skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to manage staff effectively
  • Well-developed analytical skills and innovative problem solving abilities.

Desirable

  • Evidence of CPD
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc Diagnostic Radiography or DCR Equivalent
  • HCPC registration
  • Teaching experience
  • General/Fluoro training/experience

Desirable

  • Post graduate qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post qualification clinical experience
  • Experience of training and managing students.
  • Experience of dealing with challenging situations.

Desirable

  • Management Experience
  • NHS experience

Knowledge

Essential

  • Excellent team working, organisational and leadership skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to manage staff effectively
  • Well-developed analytical skills and innovative problem solving abilities.

Desirable

  • Evidence of CPD

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon, SN3 6BB

SN3 6BB


Employer's website

https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon, SN3 6BB

SN3 6BB


Employer's website

https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Radiographer - Operations

Carol Argar

c.argar@nhs.net

01793605052

Details

Date posted

13 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year plus 5% RRP

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

249-6282955

Job locations

The Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon, SN3 6BB

SN3 6BB


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