Job summary
To work as part of a multidisciplinary team that undertakes specialised cross sectional imaging procedures at a consistently high technical level and professional standard.
Work in line with service need and within professional scope of practice. You will represent the imaging department at all times, leading, supporting and coordinating service provision as required. Participate in regular clinical audit and quality assurance testing to promote the continuous improvement in service delivery and quality within imaging.
Main duties of the job
Perform MRI and CT scans on Paediatric patients to produce high quality diagnostic images.
Demonstrate levels of responsibility and initiative whilst supervising recently qualified radiographers, support workers and students.
Assess, prioritise and organise own workload within assigned area of work.
Follow policies, procedures and protocols relating to and underpinning the radiology service in line with guidance from Royal College of Radiologists and College of Radiographers
Required to participate in a 24/7 on-call provision as rostered including weekends and bank holidays.
Be responsible for own CPD, and professional and personal development.
About us
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.
Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.
Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.
Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services are a unique, innovative community and inpatient mental health partnership. Alongside partners FTB offers care pathways of mental health assessment and treatment for young people aged 0-25 years old.
Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Honours Diagnostic Radiography or DCR(R
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Certificate in administering IV Injections
Personal Skills/Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Ability to concentrate on the task at hand and be able to cope with highly charged situations
- Punctual and flexible across hours of work
- Recognise and effectively deal with traumatic and emotional situations
- Demonstrate professionalism appropriate to patient/carers needs
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- CT and/or MRI experience
- Evidence of personal and professional development
- 3 years experience as a Band 5 Radiographer
- Demonstrated interest in paediatrics
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Evidence of ability to make autonomous clinical decisions
- Able to act using sound emotional intelligence particularly when managing conflict
- Ability to prioritize workload
Professional / Managerial / Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- PACS, RIS and IT experience with good Microsoft Knowledge
- Good attendance record
- Evidence of MDT working
Desirable
- Experience of IV cannulation /contrast administration
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Honours Diagnostic Radiography or DCR(R
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Certificate in administering IV Injections
Personal Skills/Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Ability to concentrate on the task at hand and be able to cope with highly charged situations
- Punctual and flexible across hours of work
- Recognise and effectively deal with traumatic and emotional situations
- Demonstrate professionalism appropriate to patient/carers needs
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- CT and/or MRI experience
- Evidence of personal and professional development
- 3 years experience as a Band 5 Radiographer
- Demonstrated interest in paediatrics
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Evidence of ability to make autonomous clinical decisions
- Able to act using sound emotional intelligence particularly when managing conflict
- Ability to prioritize workload
Professional / Managerial / Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- PACS, RIS and IT experience with good Microsoft Knowledge
- Good attendance record
- Evidence of MDT working
Desirable
- Experience of IV cannulation /contrast administration
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Birmingham Childrens Hospital
Steelhouse Lane
Birmingham
B4 6NH
Employer's website
https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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