Job summary
We are looking for an experienced, dynamic and motivated Radiographer to join our friendly and hardworking team in the Radiology department at the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle.
The role involves working within the CT , Interventional Radiology and general radiography modalities, providing high quality imaging and patient centred care for a range of complex imaging examinations. Providing imaging for our patients can be challenging but rewarding.
We offer a wide range of services and within Freeman Radiology and have a number of General x-ray rooms, Ultrasound rooms, a Fluoroscopy room, multiple Cardiac catheter laboratories, Image Intensifiers for theatre imaging, Nuclear Medicine, MRI scanners CT scanners, one of which will be replaced by a state of the art photon counting CT scanner next year, a number of Interventional Radiology rooms, and a further hybrid theatre suite for vascular procedures.
Good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team, or independently is required.
- Interview Date: 24 January 2025
- 37 hours 30 minutes/week
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be required to rotate through the imaging modalities delivering the highest possible patient care and imaging service.
Detailed knowledge and understanding of anatomy, general radiographic practices and methods of reducing radiation dose, as well as a working knowledge of ionising radiation legislation (IR (ME) R) is required.
Previous experience in CT or Interventional Radiology would be extremely beneficial to this role and a post graduate qualification in a clinical speciality, post graduate specialist short courses or relevant specialist experience would be desirable.
Successful candidates will also be expected to train in cannulation and undertake CT Colonography examinations.
The successful candidate will work core hours and also participate in the out of hours on-call service for both CT and Interventional cases, which is provided 7 days a week. Appropriate compensatory rest is given following call outs.
Working knowledge of all relevant professional and NHS policies and procedures is essential, as is the need to have the IT skills necessary for Radiology Information Systems (RIS) and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS).
Opportunities are available for personal and professional development and the post holder may be encouraged to take on additional responsibilities such as, Radiation Protection Supervisor, manual handling facilitator, Health and Safety Representative, Society of Radiographers Representative or CPR trainer.
About us
Our staff oversee around 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
o Freeman Hospital
o Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
o Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
o Newcastle Dental Hospital
o Newcastle Fertility Centre
o Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
o Northern Genetics Service
o Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be part of a team delivering a high quality efficient and effective radiographic service, to make an informed decision on the diagnostic images required and demonstrate a professional, caring and responsible approach to patients.
- There is a commitment to out of hours work and on call duties within the imaging department. You will primarily be based at Freeman during core hours, but the Interventional radiology service requires you to work on the RVI site out of hours as well .
Whilst the post is based at the Freeman Hospital, rotation to the Royal Victoria Infirmary may be necessary in times of staff shortages.
You must be HCPC registered and hold a BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate.The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be part of a team delivering a high quality efficient and effective radiographic service, to make an informed decision on the diagnostic images required and demonstrate a professional, caring and responsible approach to patients.
- There is a commitment to out of hours work and on call duties within the imaging department. You will primarily be based at Freeman during core hours, but the Interventional radiology service requires you to work on the RVI site out of hours as well .
Whilst the post is based at the Freeman Hospital, rotation to the Royal Victoria Infirmary may be necessary in times of staff shortages.
You must be HCPC registered and hold a BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate.The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Working knowledge of all relevant professional and NHS policies and procedures
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of radiation protection and methods of reducing radiation dose as well as a working knowledge of ionising radiation legislation (IR (ME) R).
- Evidence of CPD.
Desirable
SKILLS
Essential
- Good organisational interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to work effectively in a team or independently as required.
- IT skills necessary for Radiology Information Systems (RIS) and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS).
- IV Cannulation
Desirable
- ECDL
- Evidence of leadership skills
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Broad range of post qualification experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in CT and the ability to perform examinations independently.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- HCPC registered, BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Post Graduate qualification in a clinical speciality, or post graduate specialist short courses or relevant specialist experience.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Working knowledge of all relevant professional and NHS policies and procedures
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of radiation protection and methods of reducing radiation dose as well as a working knowledge of ionising radiation legislation (IR (ME) R).
- Evidence of CPD.
Desirable
SKILLS
Essential
- Good organisational interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to work effectively in a team or independently as required.
- IT skills necessary for Radiology Information Systems (RIS) and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS).
- IV Cannulation
Desirable
- ECDL
- Evidence of leadership skills
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Broad range of post qualification experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in CT and the ability to perform examinations independently.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- HCPC registered, BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Post Graduate qualification in a clinical speciality, or post graduate specialist short courses or relevant specialist experience.
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).
