Job summary
We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Radiographer to join our CT and Interventional Radiology Team at Charing Cross Hospital.
Your rotation will be a 50/50 split between CT and IR, covering both specialties 24/7 (within your contracted hours). Our busy department houses 2 bi-plane interventional rooms (Philips Allura and Azurion) and 2 CT scanners (Siemens 28 slice Definition AS and 128 slice Somatom X.Cite).
You will form part of a dedicated CT/IR team providing excellent patient care and radiographic expertise in neurological and general interventional procedures.
This includes cerebral thrombectomy (24 hour service), neuro embolisations and TACE and and R/MFA. This specialised role will offer the opportunity to build and extend on your clinical expertise and also develop your management, training and leadership skills.
You will work closely with radiologists, nurses and other multi-disciplinary teams within the Trust. We recognise that education and training is fundamental and support role extension (advanced IR practice) and further learning.
Main duties of the job
- To carry out a full range of CT and IR procedures (both neuro and general) to the agreed standards of the department
- Complete high quality examinations consistent with ALARA/ MHRA principles.
- To maintain a high standard of patient care and comfort and be patient focused at all times.
- To plan, prioritise and organise own workload.
- To vet request forms for validity and appropriateness.
- To evaluate the quality of imaging acquired and determine whether repeat or additional acquisitions are required.
- To undertake intravenous cannulation and intramuscular administration of medicines in line with departmental policy
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- BSc(Hons) Radiography, DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council Registration
- College of Radiographers or equivalent accredited IV cannulation course
- Working towards PgC/PgD or MSc in relevant clinical modality or Management & Leadership Level 5 or above
Desirable
- Student Clinical Assessors Course
- Postgraduate study in a relevant area
Experience
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of relevant modality imaging techniques
- Awareness of clinical governance issues in relation to patient care
- Experience of working unsupervised
- Experience of on-call and out-of-hours roster
Skills Knowledge & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to teach and mentor students, more junior staff, and new members of staff
- Ability to cope with work pressures and manage time effectively
- A solid understanding of radiation legislation and its application in the workplace as it relates to Radiography practice
- Ability to cope with conflict and complaints at the local level commensurate with Trust policies
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- BSc(Hons) Radiography, DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council Registration
- College of Radiographers or equivalent accredited IV cannulation course
- Working towards PgC/PgD or MSc in relevant clinical modality or Management & Leadership Level 5 or above
Desirable
- Student Clinical Assessors Course
- Postgraduate study in a relevant area
Experience
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of relevant modality imaging techniques
- Awareness of clinical governance issues in relation to patient care
- Experience of working unsupervised
- Experience of on-call and out-of-hours roster
Skills Knowledge & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to teach and mentor students, more junior staff, and new members of staff
- Ability to cope with work pressures and manage time effectively
- A solid understanding of radiation legislation and its application in the workplace as it relates to Radiography practice
- Ability to cope with conflict and complaints at the local level commensurate with Trust policies
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).
