Job summary
Leicester Royal Infirmary (LRI) is located close to the city centre The main speciality groupings at the LRI are Acute Medical, Surgery, Paediatrics (including cardiology), Cancer Services, Theatres & Critical Care, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Maxillo-facial surgery, Accident & Emergency and Orthopaedic Trauma.
The LRI has an Emergency Department containing 3 Wireless DR rooms and 2 CT Scanners and we also have separate departments for in-patients, paediatrics, out-patients and screening that have just undergone a full equipment refurbishment to brand new Samsung DR equipment.
Our LRI radiographers rotate around all areas and we have an established roster system for nights, weekend and Bank Holiday duties.Cross site working to Leicester General and Glenfield Hospital is also part of our rotation.
Rotation will include plain film and CT Imaging with opportunities to train in CBCT and Forensic CT.
There will be a full induction and we fully embrace extended roles and aim to provide Imaging At Its Best.We have a very diverse and friendly team of Imaging staff. It is essential that you are a good communicator and a team player, enthusiastic and driven.
HCPC registration/NHS experience are essential.
Due to the nature of the interview it must be attended in person. Please note that UHL are unable to reimburse travel expenses to attend interviews.
Main duties of the job
Plain film imaging including adult and paediatric imaging in the emergency department, out patient, in patients, theatre and mobile radiography.
Excellent radiographic skills, leadership, teaching, coordination, organising skills. Ability to communicate and delegate appropriately.
The successful candidate:It is essential that you are a good communicator and team player; enthusiastic and driven. This post is suitable for an experienced Radiographer with an aptitude for coordinating & teachingothers; who is a clinical expert and can lead by example. A background (or interest) in radiation protection supervision is an advantage.
It is essential that you are highly motivated, a good communicator and team player and enthusiastic. You will be required to take on additional non-clinical responsibilities to support the quality control, audit, recruitment and other service requirements. You will be adaptable to change and have excellentorganizational skills. Commitment to high quality patient care is essential. This post is suitable for experienced radiographers wishing to expand their skills and areas of responsibility.
As a successful applicant, you will be required to participate in the 24/7 out-of-hours roster which includes night duties, weekends and public holiday shifts and you may be expected to work cross site.
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 and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
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 and De Montfort University 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)
Job description
Job responsibilities
- This is primarily a clinical role with a degree of first line management appropriate to address service needs.
- 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 area providing effective and efficient leadership of the area.
- To maintain a high level of clinical expertise.
- To participate in department shift system and/or out of hoursroster.
- To encourage and practice right first time radiography andstrive to achieve quality assurance in all aspects of theradiology service.
- To oversee and assist in the training of new staff andcontinuous development of departmental staff within thearea to enable adequate cover and to meet ongoingdemands of the service.
- To work with the Practice Development leads and Clinical Practice Facilitators to ensure that student radiographers are supported and metered during their clinical placements
- To assist in the development, documentation andmonitoring of protocols for working practice within the area.
- To monitor the performance of equipment and report andact upon all potential and actual faults and hazards. Ensurethat the appropriate documentation has been completedand filed. Ensure that the appropriate staff, including theSuperintendent, are kept informed.
- To support 7 day, 24 hour working, including bank/public holidays as required by the needs of the service.
- To assist the Superintendents in the investigation ofincidents, concerns or complaints and to update recordsand provide feedback.
- To deputise for the Superintendent in the undertaking ofsickness absence management, as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- This is primarily a clinical role with a degree of first line management appropriate to address service needs.
- 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 area providing effective and efficient leadership of the area.
- To maintain a high level of clinical expertise.
- To participate in department shift system and/or out of hoursroster.
- To encourage and practice right first time radiography andstrive to achieve quality assurance in all aspects of theradiology service.
- To oversee and assist in the training of new staff andcontinuous development of departmental staff within thearea to enable adequate cover and to meet ongoingdemands of the service.
- To work with the Practice Development leads and Clinical Practice Facilitators to ensure that student radiographers are supported and metered during their clinical placements
- To assist in the development, documentation andmonitoring of protocols for working practice within the area.
- To monitor the performance of equipment and report andact upon all potential and actual faults and hazards. Ensurethat the appropriate documentation has been completedand filed. Ensure that the appropriate staff, including theSuperintendent, are kept informed.
- To support 7 day, 24 hour working, including bank/public holidays as required by the needs of the service.
- To assist the Superintendents in the investigation ofincidents, concerns or complaints and to update recordsand provide feedback.
- To deputise for the Superintendent in the undertaking ofsickness absence management, as required.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (hons) or equivalent in Radiography
Desirable
- Leadership course
- 2 years post qualification experience
Experience
Essential
- NHS experience
- 1 year post qualification experience
Desirable
- Previous Supervisory Role
- RPS or QC experience
Communication and Relationships
Essential
- Previous coordination experience
- Excellent Communication skills
Desirable
- Evidence of Mentorship
- Student assessment qualification
Analytical and Judgement
Essential
- Evidence of problem solving
Desirable
Planning and Organisational
Essential
- Previous delegation skills
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (hons) or equivalent in Radiography
Desirable
- Leadership course
- 2 years post qualification experience
Experience
Essential
- NHS experience
- 1 year post qualification experience
Desirable
- Previous Supervisory Role
- RPS or QC experience
Communication and Relationships
Essential
- Previous coordination experience
- Excellent Communication skills
Desirable
- Evidence of Mentorship
- Student assessment qualification
Analytical and Judgement
Essential
- Evidence of problem solving
Desirable
Planning and Organisational
Essential
- Previous delegation skills
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).
