Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified, ambitious and motivated Rotational Senior Radiographer (Band 6) for Core Services Plain X-ray, CT and possible rotation to MRI. This Position will be based at St. Bartholomew's Hospital which is in the heart of the City of London- St. Paul's.
Come and join our friendly and supportive team of Radiographers, where continuous professional development is encouraged. You will be exposed to a wealth of knowledge and experience guided by our expert clinical leads. In addition you will have the opportunity to use your initiative and to augment to your skills and experience
We offer a full range of local and specialist services, which includes centres for the treatment of cancer, heart conditions, fertility problems, endocrinology and sexual health conditions. The hospital includes the site of the new state-of-the-art Barts Heart Centre.
Main duties of the job
The aim of this role is to provide high quality, effective Imaging services to a wide range of services which are supported by Imaging including General and A&E x-ray, fluoroscopy, theatres and CT. There is also a possibility of rotation to MRI. The post holder will work closely with Radiographers, students and clinical staff of all grades to provide safe, prompt and effective imaging of patients.
Patients may be unconscious, un-cooperative, incapacitated, incompetent or with physical or mental disabilities. Some may exhibit anti-social or threatening behaviour. It is necessary to provide empathy and emotional support to the bereaved, terminally ill injured and traumatised.
The service operates 24 hours a day 365 days per year.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Perform a wide range of radiographic procedures as required, managing patient priority as appropriate and maintaining a high standard of patient care, respect for privacy and dignity.
Supervise, support and train less experienced radiographers, nurses, students, porters and other support staff.
Assist in managing a varying workload according to need, recognising and respecting the individual needs of patients and staff, but also current waiting list pressures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Perform a wide range of radiographic procedures as required, managing patient priority as appropriate and maintaining a high standard of patient care, respect for privacy and dignity.
Supervise, support and train less experienced radiographers, nurses, students, porters and other support staff.
Assist in managing a varying workload according to need, recognising and respecting the individual needs of patients and staff, but also current waiting list pressures.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- oUp to date knowledge of general imaging techniques
- oAble to work unsupervised
- oExperience of working out of hours duties
Qualifications
Essential
- oBSc Hons degree in Diagnostic imaging or equivalent
- oHealth Professional Council registration
Skills
Essential
- oSkilled in keyboard and mouse operation of computerised technology
- oAble to operate VDU equipment
- oTeaching and training skills with the ability to adapt training and teaching styles in response to needs of the trainee.
- oTeam player with enthusiasm for radiography, with the ability to engage staff at all levels.
- oPACS, RIS and CRS knowledge and experience
- oIT skills, with advanced levels of understanding of Microsoft office
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- oUp to date knowledge of general imaging techniques
- oAble to work unsupervised
- oExperience of working out of hours duties
Qualifications
Essential
- oBSc Hons degree in Diagnostic imaging or equivalent
- oHealth Professional Council registration
Skills
Essential
- oSkilled in keyboard and mouse operation of computerised technology
- oAble to operate VDU equipment
- oTeaching and training skills with the ability to adapt training and teaching styles in response to needs of the trainee.
- oTeam player with enthusiasm for radiography, with the ability to engage staff at all levels.
- oPACS, RIS and CRS knowledge and experience
- oIT skills, with advanced levels of understanding of Microsoft office
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).
