Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Radiographer - Band 6

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Job summary

We are looking for a suitably qualified radiographer to apply for the post of a Senior Radiographer position part time. You will work closely with the Deputy General Superintendent Radiographer with a particular emphasis on managing the radiographic services in General X-ray. You will be experienced in all x-ray and fluoroscopy procedures and provide a patient focused professional service. You will have some managerial experience and in conjunction with the Superintendent have the ability to lead the service through changing and challenging times. You will be expected to rotate through all areas of the department.

We actively encourage staff to undertake continuing professional development and extension of the radiographers role. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to extend their role in line with service needs.

If you are looking for a new challenge and wish to discuss further please contact Susan Farrell (General Superintendent Radiographer) on 01932 723516

Main duties of the job

The postholder will be required:

To work alongside the General and Deputy General superintendent radiographer to develop the services for Ashford and St Peters Hospitals NHS Trust.
To take responsibility for radiographic services in General X-ray.
To work in conjunction with the superintendent to improve service delivery and service improvement for the benefit of the patient.
To maintain high clinical standards, particularly regarding patient care, clinical risk and Health and Safety.
To facilitate and co-ordinate patient pathways taking into consideration the local and national target objectives providing advice on developments and future progress of the service.
To undertake training and updating staff in the working of the fluoroscopy, promoting best practice techniques.
To rotate to other service areas on a regular basis.
To undertake the training of student practitioners.
To understand the implications of the Health and Safety at Work Act and ensure a safe working environment for patients, staff, visitors and staff according to the Trusts Health and Safety Policy.

About us

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.

Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.

We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.

Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right-hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH Team

Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

Date posted

29 June 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,162 to £44,629 a year including HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9323-KPG2303

Job locations

Guildford Road

Chertsey

Surrey

KT16 0PZ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Succesful candidates will need to hold a DCR or BSc Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent).

With current Membership to the Professional Body (HCPC).

The department operates a shift system covering 7 days, working 12 hour shifts. The successful candidate therefore needs to be able to work 3 or 4 shifts a week, either 8am to 8pm or 8pm to 8am. There is an attractive shift allowance given for working this of £5514 per annum.

There is a commitment from the department to ongoing CPD and support additional post graduate training.

For further information about this post, please contact: Susan Farrell (General Superintendent Radiographer) on 01932 723516

Job description

Job responsibilities

Succesful candidates will need to hold a DCR or BSc Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent).

With current Membership to the Professional Body (HCPC).

There is a commitment from the department to ongoing CPD and support additional post graduate training.

For further information about this post, please contact: Susan Farrell (General Superintendent Radiographer) on 01932 723516

Person Specification

Essential

DCR or BSc Diagnostic Radiographer (or equivalent).
Evidence of CPD with Current Membership to Professional Body.
Willing and able to take personal responsibility.
Demonstrates passion for excellence and takes opportunities for improving the service offered.
Flexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives.
Supports learning and development of self and others.
Experience in staff training and supervision.
Understanding of clinical governance within radiology.

Person Specification

Essential

DCR or BSc Diagnostic Radiographer (or equivalent).
Evidence of CPD with Current Membership to Professional Body.
Willing and able to take personal responsibility.
Demonstrates passion for excellence and takes opportunities for improving the service offered.
Flexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives.
Supports learning and development of self and others.
Experience in staff training and supervision.
Understanding of clinical governance within radiology.

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

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