Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Interventional Superintendent Radiographer

The closing date is 20 May 2025

Job summary

This position is to to provide high quality patient focused interventional and fluoroscopy services at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

They will need to effectively manage the interventional radiology department, ensuring smooth service provision. They will need to coordinate all interventional procedures on both inpatients and outpatients, working closely with the dedicated radiology nursing team, consultants and clerical coordinator.

The successful candidate will contribute significantly to the wider departments QSI accreditation. Ensuring quality standards are met across the board, working alongside auditors, external stakeholders, consultant leads and superintendent colleagues. They will be instrumental in creating innovative ideas to continuously improve and maintain the first class service we provide to patients.

Main duties of the job

They will need to demonstrate strong leadership skills and to perform management duties to a high standard. Broad experience in fluoroscopic and interventional techniques and to have coordinated the service in a senior capacity. Experience and ability to work under pressure, make decision and use own initiative. Ensure patients receive a high standard of care.

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."

If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Details

Date posted

07 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£61,927 to £68,676 a year per annum incl. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

289-CS-23-A

Job locations

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Rd

London

SW10 9NH


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will be expected to produce high quality images to assist in diagnosis and treatment. They will fulfil the requirements of their role within the Imaging team. The responsibilities will include training and supervision of junior staff and students. They will be regarded as a key member of the imaging team.

Alongside the successful running of the interventional service, the IR Superintendent will implement, manage and audit LocSSIPs to govern all interventional procedures throughout the imaging department.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will be expected to produce high quality images to assist in diagnosis and treatment. They will fulfil the requirements of their role within the Imaging team. The responsibilities will include training and supervision of junior staff and students. They will be regarded as a key member of the imaging team.

Alongside the successful running of the interventional service, the IR Superintendent will implement, manage and audit LocSSIPs to govern all interventional procedures throughout the imaging department.

Person Specification

application form

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) Radiography
  • HCPC registration
  • Responsive to, and supportive of, patients and staff
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills; may need to communicate sensitive or complex information to all types of patient
  • Ability to manage a team
  • Ability to safely use specialist equipment

Desirable

  • Ability to implement all radiographic procedures
  • Post Graduate Qualification related to Imaging
  • Member of SOR
  • Proven ability to deputise for more senior members of the radiographic team
  • Willingness to participate in departmental service development
Person Specification

application form

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) Radiography
  • HCPC registration
  • Responsive to, and supportive of, patients and staff
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills; may need to communicate sensitive or complex information to all types of patient
  • Ability to manage a team
  • Ability to safely use specialist equipment

Desirable

  • Ability to implement all radiographic procedures
  • Post Graduate Qualification related to Imaging
  • Member of SOR
  • Proven ability to deputise for more senior members of the radiographic team
  • Willingness to participate in departmental service development

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Rd

London

SW10 9NH


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Rd

London

SW10 9NH


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Deputy Head of Imaging

Brid Corkery

brid.corkery2@nhs.net

02033158572

Details

Date posted

07 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£61,927 to £68,676 a year per annum incl. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

289-CS-23-A

Job locations

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Rd

London

SW10 9NH


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