Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic registered CT Radiographer to work in close conjunction with the CT Operational Lead Radiographers, CT Modality Lead and thewider team at our CT unit at Mile End Hospital which is part of the new Community Diagnostics Centre and the existing Early Diagnosis Centre.
Potential candidates should preferably have at least two years' experience of working within CT and have at least 2 years of post-qualifying experience. Excellent communication and computer skills are essential.
You will be working on a rota basis within the CT team covering 12-hour days, 08:00-20:00, Monday to Sunday.
The centre is equipped with a GE Revolution Evo and Siemens Somatom go.Top CT scanner.
We will be providing a service to a wide range of cancer, urgent, rheumatology and routine outpatients across North East of London. In this role, it is essential to have good organisational skills, good working relationships and be motivated and able to demonstrate how you can motivate others within the team.
The benefits you will get from joining the Imaging team are a strong commitment to your individual personal development, the prospect to work with a proactive and friendly team of peers, and a department that is always open to new ideas and suggestions from all team members, providing a collaborative working environment and a just culture.
Main duties of the job
The aim of this role is to provide high quality, effective Imaging services for the CT department at Mile End Hospital.
The post holder will work closely with other CT radiographers and clinical staff of all grades for safe, prompt and effective imaging of outpatients.
CT has a crucial role in the provision of primary diagnoses and follow-up in cancer and long term disabling conditions.
Patients may present unconscious, un-cooperative, incapacitated, incompetent, or with physical and mental disabilities. Some may exhibit anti-social or threatening behaviour. It is necessary to provideempathy and emotional support to the bereaved, terminally ill, injured and traumatised.
The routine working hours for the CT department at Mile End Hospital are 08:00- 20:00, MondaySunday. The post is based at the Mile End Hospital.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiography or DCR
- Current Health and Care Professions Council registration
- IV cannulations- or willingness to achieve this skill in house
Desirable
- Post Graduate qualification in CT (or willing to undertake this)
- CT Colon training (or willingness to undertake this)
Experience
Essential
- Band 6 radiographer in general and specialised Imaging procedures including CT
- Post qualification experience
- Evidence of CPD, including attendance at relevant short course & study days
- Participation in Quality Assurance / Clinical Governance initiatives.
Desirable
- Radiation Protection Supervisor experience
- Participation in the recruitment and selection process of Band 3 staff
Knowledge
Essential
- Portfolio of evidence of continuing professional development
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and Health and Safety
Desirable
- Awareness of new developments in CT
- Some knowledge of wider NHS issues
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiography or DCR
- Current Health and Care Professions Council registration
- IV cannulations- or willingness to achieve this skill in house
Desirable
- Post Graduate qualification in CT (or willing to undertake this)
- CT Colon training (or willingness to undertake this)
Experience
Essential
- Band 6 radiographer in general and specialised Imaging procedures including CT
- Post qualification experience
- Evidence of CPD, including attendance at relevant short course & study days
- Participation in Quality Assurance / Clinical Governance initiatives.
Desirable
- Radiation Protection Supervisor experience
- Participation in the recruitment and selection process of Band 3 staff
Knowledge
Essential
- Portfolio of evidence of continuing professional development
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and Health and Safety
Desirable
- Awareness of new developments in CT
- Some knowledge of wider NHS issues
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).
