Job summary
The successful candidate will support the Research Lead Radiographer in the identification, planning, performance and delivery of portfolio and non-portfolio, commercial and non-commercial clinical trials, in an environment in which all research participants receive a high standard of care. This includes being responsible for the implementation and monitoring of research protocols to ensure optimum safety and care; ensuring studies meet requirements with regards to IR(ME)R 2017 - Procedures regarding medical exposures for research purposes.
Main duties of the job
To work alongside the Research Lead Radiographer and as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure the oversight and co-ordination of the clinical and educational requirements of clinical research across Radiology at a consistently high technical level and professional standard.
Work in line with service needs and within professional scope of practice. You will represent the imaging and research department at all times, leading, supporting and coordinating service provision as required. This includes being responsible for the implementation and monitoring of research protocols to ensure optimum safety and care; ensuring studies meet requirements with regards to IR(ME)R 2017 - Procedures regarding medical exposures for research purposes. This includes acting as an expert resource for colleagues to support them in the delivery of safe and valid research and effective care 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
The post holder will be based in Research and Development at Birmingham Children's Hospital on non-clinical days and within the Radiology Department at Birmingham Children's Hospital when undertaking Clinical duties.
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
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Attention to detail and assertive
- Working in periods of high pressure High level of work organization, able to prioritize and delegate
- Effective problem-solving skills
Professional/Managerial/Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- PACS, RIS and IT experience with good Microsoft knowledge
Personal Skills/Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Able to work under close supervision and willing to accept constructive suggestions for improvement
- Ability to use and act on own initiative
- Work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons Diagnostic Radiography or DCR(R)
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Certificate in administering IV injections
- Current GCP certificate
Knowledge & Nature of Experience
Essential
- 2 years experience as a band 5 radiographer
- MRI experience
- Evidence of personal and professional development
- Must have a working knowledge of IR(ME)R Regulations, Health & Safety and Confidentiality of Information
Desirable
- Experience in paediatrics
Person Specification
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Attention to detail and assertive
- Working in periods of high pressure High level of work organization, able to prioritize and delegate
- Effective problem-solving skills
Professional/Managerial/Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- PACS, RIS and IT experience with good Microsoft knowledge
Personal Skills/Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Able to work under close supervision and willing to accept constructive suggestions for improvement
- Ability to use and act on own initiative
- Work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons Diagnostic Radiography or DCR(R)
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Certificate in administering IV injections
- Current GCP certificate
Knowledge & Nature of Experience
Essential
- 2 years experience as a band 5 radiographer
- MRI experience
- Evidence of personal and professional development
- Must have a working knowledge of IR(ME)R Regulations, Health & Safety and Confidentiality of Information
Desirable
- Experience in paediatrics
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 Children's Hospital
Steelhouse Lane
Birmingham
B4 6NH
Employer's website
https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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