Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer to join the team here at Stepping Hill Hospital. Successful candidates will be joining a dynamic and forward looking organisation ideally situated between the peak district and the city of Manchester.
Our fully digital department includes 7 Plain Film rooms, all recently refurbished with the state of the art Carestream equipment. We also have 2 fluoroscopy/interventional rooms, dental, DEXA and 5 CT scanners. We have 5 image intensifiers which support a range of surgical procedures. The radiology service also provides a full range of Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Cardiac pacing and MRI scanning services.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will gain a wide range of general radiographic experience, including CT rotation and opportunities for further development.
This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified radiographer to consolidate their skills and develop in their career.
We are in the process of introducing a band 6 link grade post to give suitably experienced band 5 radiographers the opportunity to specialise in an imaging modality such as DEXA, dental or cardiac pacing. As part of this they will maintain their expertise in plain film whilst gaining valuable leadership skills.
Ability to participate in 24 hour working patterns is essential as the department operates a full Radiographer shift system
About us
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services for children and adults across Stockport and the High Peak, as well as community health services for Stockport, Tameside and Glossop. Stepping Hill Hospital treats over 500,000 patients per year and community health services are run across 24 sites in Stockport and 17 sites in Tameside and Glossop. There are lots of good reasons to choose to come and work at Stockport NHS Foundation Trust. A dynamic integrated Trust with integrity and vision. Exactly the same qualities you'll see in yourself. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust aims to be the organisation of choice for patients and an employer of choice for staff. In order to continually improve all aspects of our patient experience, we rely upon having a highly skilled, motivated, diverse, productive and patient focussed workforce. We are constantly improving how we work with staff and this is reflected in the awards we have been awarded, which can be viewed on our website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- To assist the Radiologists/other Radiographers/Radiology Nurses during patient examinations in the Radiology Department.
- To be responsible for the care and comfort of the patient whilst in the Department and throughout their examination.
Communications
- To liaise with and maintain close working relationships with other disciplines within the Trust and the Directorate.
- To receive Team Brief monthly and attend one monthly Departmental staff meeting.
Responsibility for Patient Care
- To ensure a high quality patient focussed professional service is delivered at all times.
- To participate in the shift system for ED and general radiographic work, this includes fluoroscopy, theatre and mobile work, and other flexible working commitments.
- To undertake any tasks for which a Radiographer has been trained although normally performed by support staff, which include Radiographic assistant or Clerical duties.
- To undertake routine radiographic examinations following departmental standards and procedures, assessing and preparing images for report.
- To be responsible for and ensure the care and comfort of the patient whilst in the department and during the examination.
- To ensure all work areas are kept tidy at all times.
- To maintain professionally high standards in appearance, hygiene, manner, punctuality, attendance and competence.
Planning and organising
- To assist with the management of patient lists co-ordinating the porters and taking responsibility for ensuring an efficient service delivery.
Responsibilities for Physical and / or Financial Resources
- To be responsible for the care and ensure cleanliness and superficial maintenance of X-ray equipment and accessories.
- To report any breakdown or malfunction of equipment immediately to the Duty Superintendent.
- To ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained in each work area to enable an efficient service to be maintained.
- To take responsibility for planning own workload.
Responsibility for Policy and Service Development and Implementation
- To conform to safety regulations by wearing protective equipment provided as appropriate, in the event of splashes/spillages of chemical/body fluids.
- Do not attempt to undertake any roles or tasks outside of or beyond your competence.
- Report any untoward incidences or accidents using the Datix incident reporting system with the supervising radiographer/technologist.
- To act as an Operator under IRMER and a Practitioner for plain film Radiology only.
- To be aware of and comply with systems of work, local rules and policies and procedures in accordance with current ionising radiation regulations, ensuring the highest standards of radiation protection for staff, patients and visitors.
- To contribute to the development of, monitoring and review of Risk Management programmes in the department.
- To be aware of the responsibilities for safety of him / herself, patients and others in accordance with fire, health and safety and COSHH regulations to ensure that safe working practices are carried out at all times.
- To ensure the Data Protection Act is adhered to, breach of confidentiality will result in disciplinary action.
- To participate in the staff appraisal system and agree your personal and professional development plan with your line manager.
- To maintain a high standard of work at all times and adhere to the Directorate Quality Standards Document.
- To show evidence of continuing professional development.
- To keep up to date with current imaging technical developments, professional and Trust issues.
Responsibilities for Human Resources and Leadership
- To participate in the staff appraisal system and agree your personal development plan with your line Manager.
- To be aware of and comply with systems of work, local rules and policies and procedures ensuring a safe environment for staff, patients and visitors.
Responsibilities for Teaching and Training
- To participate in the induction and in-house training of new staff as instructed by the Superintendent Radiographer.
- To assist in the training of undergraduate Radiography Students, Radiography Apprentices, Trainee Assistant Practitioners and Radiographic Assistants when required.
Responsibilities for data and information resources
- To enter data through registration and documentation of resources on the Radiology Information system.
- To perform other general clerical duties associated with the role e.g. sending out- patient appointment letters and in-patient preparation sheets.
- To assist in the implementation and maintenance of a quality assurance programme within the department.
- To assist in ensuring that clinical and other information records within the department are full and accurately completed in a timely manner by staff.
Research, Development and Audit
- To participate in patient survey collection and contribute to audit as necessary.
- To be willing to train in new skills and take on new roles.
Physical Skills and Effort
- To maintain high standards in appearance, hygiene, manner, punctuality, attendance and competence.
- To attend mandatory update training as required by the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- To assist the Radiologists/other Radiographers/Radiology Nurses during patient examinations in the Radiology Department.
- To be responsible for the care and comfort of the patient whilst in the Department and throughout their examination.
Communications
- To liaise with and maintain close working relationships with other disciplines within the Trust and the Directorate.
- To receive Team Brief monthly and attend one monthly Departmental staff meeting.
Responsibility for Patient Care
- To ensure a high quality patient focussed professional service is delivered at all times.
- To participate in the shift system for ED and general radiographic work, this includes fluoroscopy, theatre and mobile work, and other flexible working commitments.
- To undertake any tasks for which a Radiographer has been trained although normally performed by support staff, which include Radiographic assistant or Clerical duties.
- To undertake routine radiographic examinations following departmental standards and procedures, assessing and preparing images for report.
- To be responsible for and ensure the care and comfort of the patient whilst in the department and during the examination.
- To ensure all work areas are kept tidy at all times.
- To maintain professionally high standards in appearance, hygiene, manner, punctuality, attendance and competence.
Planning and organising
- To assist with the management of patient lists co-ordinating the porters and taking responsibility for ensuring an efficient service delivery.
Responsibilities for Physical and / or Financial Resources
- To be responsible for the care and ensure cleanliness and superficial maintenance of X-ray equipment and accessories.
- To report any breakdown or malfunction of equipment immediately to the Duty Superintendent.
- To ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained in each work area to enable an efficient service to be maintained.
- To take responsibility for planning own workload.
Responsibility for Policy and Service Development and Implementation
- To conform to safety regulations by wearing protective equipment provided as appropriate, in the event of splashes/spillages of chemical/body fluids.
- Do not attempt to undertake any roles or tasks outside of or beyond your competence.
- Report any untoward incidences or accidents using the Datix incident reporting system with the supervising radiographer/technologist.
- To act as an Operator under IRMER and a Practitioner for plain film Radiology only.
- To be aware of and comply with systems of work, local rules and policies and procedures in accordance with current ionising radiation regulations, ensuring the highest standards of radiation protection for staff, patients and visitors.
- To contribute to the development of, monitoring and review of Risk Management programmes in the department.
- To be aware of the responsibilities for safety of him / herself, patients and others in accordance with fire, health and safety and COSHH regulations to ensure that safe working practices are carried out at all times.
- To ensure the Data Protection Act is adhered to, breach of confidentiality will result in disciplinary action.
- To participate in the staff appraisal system and agree your personal and professional development plan with your line manager.
- To maintain a high standard of work at all times and adhere to the Directorate Quality Standards Document.
- To show evidence of continuing professional development.
- To keep up to date with current imaging technical developments, professional and Trust issues.
Responsibilities for Human Resources and Leadership
- To participate in the staff appraisal system and agree your personal development plan with your line Manager.
- To be aware of and comply with systems of work, local rules and policies and procedures ensuring a safe environment for staff, patients and visitors.
Responsibilities for Teaching and Training
- To participate in the induction and in-house training of new staff as instructed by the Superintendent Radiographer.
- To assist in the training of undergraduate Radiography Students, Radiography Apprentices, Trainee Assistant Practitioners and Radiographic Assistants when required.
Responsibilities for data and information resources
- To enter data through registration and documentation of resources on the Radiology Information system.
- To perform other general clerical duties associated with the role e.g. sending out- patient appointment letters and in-patient preparation sheets.
- To assist in the implementation and maintenance of a quality assurance programme within the department.
- To assist in ensuring that clinical and other information records within the department are full and accurately completed in a timely manner by staff.
Research, Development and Audit
- To participate in patient survey collection and contribute to audit as necessary.
- To be willing to train in new skills and take on new roles.
Physical Skills and Effort
- To maintain high standards in appearance, hygiene, manner, punctuality, attendance and competence.
- To attend mandatory update training as required by the Trust.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- BSC (hons) Diagnostic Radiography - achieved/pending
- HCPC Registration - achieved/pending
- Evidence of CPD and/or Portfolio
Desirable
- Evidence of Mandatory Training or attendance at Training courses/Study days
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant, general radiographic experience in an NHS acute setting
- Knowledge of current Ionising Radiation Regulations
- Awareness of alternative imaging modalities
Desirable
- Relevant post qualification experience
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Professional attitude and approach to both staff and patients
- Good written communication and keyboard skills
- Good interpersonal and oral communication skills
- Reliable team member and ability to work under pressure
- Enthusiastic attitude and desire to undertake new techniques/skills
Desirable
- Commitment to Department and colleagues
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Flexible approach to working and ability to participate in 24/7 working patterns
- Professional appearance
- Ability to assist in moving and handling of patients and equipment
Desirable
- Willingness to take on additional duties as required
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- BSC (hons) Diagnostic Radiography - achieved/pending
- HCPC Registration - achieved/pending
- Evidence of CPD and/or Portfolio
Desirable
- Evidence of Mandatory Training or attendance at Training courses/Study days
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant, general radiographic experience in an NHS acute setting
- Knowledge of current Ionising Radiation Regulations
- Awareness of alternative imaging modalities
Desirable
- Relevant post qualification experience
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Professional attitude and approach to both staff and patients
- Good written communication and keyboard skills
- Good interpersonal and oral communication skills
- Reliable team member and ability to work under pressure
- Enthusiastic attitude and desire to undertake new techniques/skills
Desirable
- Commitment to Department and colleagues
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Flexible approach to working and ability to participate in 24/7 working patterns
- Professional appearance
- Ability to assist in moving and handling of patients and equipment
Desirable
- Willingness to take on additional duties as required
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).
