University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Band 6 Cath lab Radiographer

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Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Radiographer with experience of cardiac catheter lab to help build and support our team in delivery of cardiac procedures at the Glenfield Hospital and the Leicester Royal Infirmary. The Imaging Directorate's Radiology Team provides expert imaging for a wide variety of cases with rotation through adult and paediatric cardiac catheter labs, and our 'state of the art' Hybrid Theatre at the LRI that opened in 2021.

You will be working alongside the existing team of radiographers that provide the day-to-day service for these modalities. You will act as a point of knowledge and support for new starters and actively help to improve the service for our patients.

This is primarily a clinical role with a degree of first line management appropriate to address service needs. The post-holder will be primarily based in the cardiac cath labs, providing leadership and specialist expertise within the area.

The post-holder will be expected to deliver a high quality, effective and efficient radiographic service to the highest professional standards. The role is to provide clinical excellence and manage the day to day organisation of the providing effective and efficient leadership of the area.

The post-holder will be expected to undertake team / line management responsibilities which may include sickness absence, appraisals and maintaining training records.

Main duties of the job

UHL Radiology embraces the latest imaging technology. We are a dynamic friendly multidisciplinary team providing 24/7 support for adult and paediatric cardiac services.

We are proud to offer the very latest minimally invasive cardiac treatments in our interventional suite equipped with Philips Bi-Plane and the LRI and Siemens and Philips equipment at the Glenfield.

The UHL radiology team encourages extended roles and this interesting role offers fantastic opportunities for both personal and professional development where you will fuse together 2 teams on 2 sites.

You will receive full training in a wide range of procedures, using different equipment. These will range from routine diagnostic procedures through to highly complex 'cutting edge' interventions. Previous cardiac catheter lab Radiology experience is desirable, but not essential as full training and support will be provided.

The core service hours are 08.00 - 18.00, 4 days a week and there is in an on call commitment .

The successful candidate will work at both the Leicester Royal Infirmary and the Glenfield Hospital and will be a key member of the senior radiographic team, working alongside Practice Development Lead Radiographers to provide leadership support, participate in quality assurance, audits, appraisals, as well as sharing expert knowledge and providing support to junior members of the team.

A free hospital hopper bus, which travels between the LRI and the Glenfield Hospital, is available for all UHL staff.

About us

We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital that is set to expand and evolve and we run one of the country's leading heart centres.

Located in the centre of England, UHL employs around 14,500 staff and offers a range of acute and non-acute services.

Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

We work with partners at the University of Leicester, De Montfort University and the University of Derby providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.

Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:

We focus on what matters most
We treat others how we would like to be treated
We are passionate and creative in our work
We do what we say we are going to do
We are one team and we are best when we work together

Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)

Date posted

13 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-5411387-CSI

Job locations

Leicester Royal Infirmary and the Glenfield Hospital

Infirmary Square and Groby Road

Leicester

LE1 5WW

Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain and promote a high level of clinical expertise.
To participate in department shift system and/or out of hours roster.
To encourage and practice right first time radiography and strive to achieve quality assurance in all aspects of the radiology service.
To be responsible for the care and comfort of the patient whilst they are in the Radiology Department respecting their privacy, dignity, religious and cultural beliefs.
Perform technical administrative tasks, including accurate patient information, examination details and post processing requirements on the Radiology Information and PACS systems. This will include fixing up of images on the PACS system when required.
To undertake intravenous injection of contrast media in compliance with CBU protocol, following training and if required by the role
To supervise, advise and mentor staff.
To work closely with the Superintendent Radiographers to provide optimum patient care and constantly seek ways of improving standards and performance.
Organise, plan and prioritise workload according to clinical need. Take responsibility for and organise sections of the department as required.
To oversee and assist in the training of new staff and continuous development of departmental staff within the area to enable adequate cover and to meet ongoing demands of the service.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain and promote a high level of clinical expertise.
To participate in department shift system and/or out of hours roster.
To encourage and practice right first time radiography and strive to achieve quality assurance in all aspects of the radiology service.
To be responsible for the care and comfort of the patient whilst they are in the Radiology Department respecting their privacy, dignity, religious and cultural beliefs.
Perform technical administrative tasks, including accurate patient information, examination details and post processing requirements on the Radiology Information and PACS systems. This will include fixing up of images on the PACS system when required.
To undertake intravenous injection of contrast media in compliance with CBU protocol, following training and if required by the role
To supervise, advise and mentor staff.
To work closely with the Superintendent Radiographers to provide optimum patient care and constantly seek ways of improving standards and performance.
Organise, plan and prioritise workload according to clinical need. Take responsibility for and organise sections of the department as required.
To oversee and assist in the training of new staff and continuous development of departmental staff within the area to enable adequate cover and to meet ongoing demands of the service.

Person Specification

Radiography Qualification/IR Experience

Essential

Proven experience (Radiography)

Desirable

Cath lab experience

HCPC registration/UK experience

Essential

HCPC Registered

Desirable

Previous UK NHS Experience

Management experience

Essential

Demonstrates leadership

Desirable

Previous Band 6 equivalent role

Person Specification

Radiography Qualification/IR Experience

Essential

Proven experience (Radiography)

Desirable

Cath lab experience

HCPC registration/UK experience

Essential

HCPC Registered

Desirable

Previous UK NHS Experience

Management experience

Essential

Demonstrates leadership

Desirable

Previous Band 6 equivalent role

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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UK Registration

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Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester Royal Infirmary and the Glenfield Hospital

Infirmary Square and Groby Road

Leicester

LE1 5WW

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester Royal Infirmary and the Glenfield Hospital

Infirmary Square and Groby Road

Leicester

LE1 5WW

Employer's website

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