Job summary
Our specialists deliver complex and minimally invasive x-ray guided procedures and are at the forefront of the very latest techniques in a fast paced, ever evolving specialism using image guidance covering many specialties including vascular, oncology, hepatobiliary, urology and gastroenterology.
Newcastle Hospitals has an outstanding reputation for its Interventional Radiology expertise, providing life-saving diagnostic and therapeutic treatment for patients from all over the North East and North Cumbria. Newcastle's main hospital sites at the Royal Victoria Infirmary and Freeman Hospital both benefit from pioneering interventional radiology and CT departments so we are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Radiographers with an interest in Interventional Radiology and CT imaging to work within the Radiology department, Lithotripsy, CT and Interventional suites at Newcastle Upon Tyne NHS Trust.
The posts will be based at the Freeman Hospital but there may be rotation to the Royal Victoria Infirmary Hospital if required. The Trust undertakes a wide range of interventional procedures and within our portfolio of equipment we have several high specification systems across both sites including a Siemens Pheno at the Freeman and an Artis Q recently installed at the Royal Victoria site.
Main duties of the job
The posts are ideal for suitably experienced professionals to extend their skills and experience whilst working in a truly team-based environment.
The posts offer a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in the whole range of examinations we undertake as a tertiary referral Trust. The post holders will work alongside the Team Lead Radiographers and Superintendent Radiographers in Interventional Radiology, Lithotripsy, CT and Radiology at a time of development within our service. The Radiology department offers a broad range of modalities and full training will be provided to the successful candidates. The out of hours emergency CT and IR services are provided via an on call service and the successful candidates will be expected to participate in this on call service. Previous CT or IR experience is beneficial but is not imperative, as full training will be given. The posts will also include rotation into Lithotripsy and the Radiology department to meet the service requirements.
The post holders will take responsibility for producing images of a high standard, supervising and training of junior staff including radiography students and assistant practitioners.
Opportunities for further training and development are available. Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are essential, and knowledge of the current radiation legislation is required.
About us
Our staff oversee over 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
- Interview date: 3 April 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.
The roles require working as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high quality imaging using a patient centred approach.
The applicant should hold a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent and have HCPC registration.
Job Purpose
- 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 and extended working day duties within the imaging departments primarily based at either the Freeman or RVI site but with commitments to work within Radiology departments Trust wide when required.
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.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Interview date: 3 April 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.
The roles require working as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high quality imaging using a patient centred approach.
The applicant should hold a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent and have HCPC registration.
Job Purpose
- 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 and extended working day duties within the imaging departments primarily based at either the Freeman or RVI site but with commitments to work within Radiology departments Trust wide when required.
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.
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.
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 IR and/or 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 IR and/or 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).
