Job summary
Midland Metropolitan University Hospital is our new hospital, currently under construction in Smethwick, which stands proudly between Sandwell and West Birmingham (SWB).
Once open in 2024, it will be a significant acute hospital within Birmingham and the Black Country. Bringing together specialties from all areas of SWB, it will provide a hub for emergency care, acute medical wards, maternity, general and specialist surgery.
If you would like to join a culture of like-minded people, check out our latest Band 6 Radiographer vacancy, which will give you the opportunity to train in Cardiology and Angiography according to the needs of the service.
As a member of the team there will be the opportunity to excel in a wide range of disciplines including General Radiography, Accident and Emergency work, Theatre work, Mobiles and Fluoroscope. The successful candidate will be trained in Cardiology and Angiography according to the service need and once trained, will be expected to participate in the out of hours rota.
We provide Imaging services across a 7 days at City Hospital in Birmingham, Sandwell General Hospital in West Bromwich, Rowley Regis Community Hospital and Winston Green Prison. We also provide an Imaging service at Neptune Park Health Centre.
Main duties of the job
To regularly undertake a wide range of radiographic examinations including plain film, and fluoroscopy, to a standard acceptable to the Division.
Will be trained in Cardiology and Angiography according to the service need and once trained, will be expected to participate in the out of hours rota. Further training in other specialist services (according to the needs of the service) may be offered in addition.
To work within, and adhere to, Standards and Operational Policies relating to provision of a Quality Imaging service. To ensure that these Standards and Operational Policies are adhered to by more junior staff.
To ensure that a high standard of cleanliness of the environment and equipment is maintained.
To be aware of the need to seek assistance when/where necessary.
To participate in the department's extended Working Day System; bank Holiday working: Sessional working, weekend duties and Standby duties.
To encourage the development of, and provide expert assistance to, more junior radiographers.
To actively assist in the clinical education of student radiographers and any other nominated staff, including practical demonstrations, tutorials and assessments.
About us
andwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWBT) is an integrated careorganisation with a budget of approximately £600 million and over 7,000 staff. Diversity and social care is at the core of what we do as the Trust provides Community and Acute Services to over half a million people in an urban centre that demands massive regeneration and has substantial premature mortality.
Our new acute hospital, the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), opens in 2024 and will provide care to our local population from first class, purpose-built premises.As a result, the base of this role may change to MMUH from 2024 (or beyond). If this is applicable to your role, you will be informed during the recruitment process and continuing your application with this understanding.The development of the new hospital will play an important role in the regeneration of the wider area and in improving the lives of local people and reducing health inequalities.
We have three newly emerging strategic objectives:
- Our People - to cultivate and sustain happy, productive and engaged staff
- Our Patients - to be good or outstanding in everything we do
- Our Population - to work seamlessly with our partners to improve lives
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details on what this role entails.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details on what this role entails.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- All round experience of plain film, fluoroscopy and mobile radiography
- Evidence of current or anticipated Continuing Professional Development to Health Professions Council (HPC) standard
- Proven experience at a Radiographer Level
- Trained or a desire to Train in Cardiology / Angiography
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc(Hons) Radiography or pending
- Current HPC Registration or pending
Knowledge
Essential
- Must have expertise within Radiography that is underpinned by theoretical study
- Must have developed a knowledge of a range of procedures including plain film, fluoroscopy and mobile radiography
- Must be able to undertake Quality Assurance checks of equipment on a daily, weekly and monthly basis as appropriate
- Must be able to adapt routine techniques when necessary, in line with previous experience, in order to produce diagnostic images
- Must have a working knowledge of IR(ME)R Regulations, Health & Safety and Confidentiality of Information
- Must have a working knowledge of electronic Patient Management and Radiology Information systems
Communication
Essential
- Must communicate complex information such as when discussing allergies and past Medical history, prior to undertaking x-ray examinations
- Expected to discuss sensitive information i.e. pregnancy related issues, with patients
- Expected to undertake x-ray examinations on patients with learning difficulties
- Must possess good verbal English Able to communicate by face-to-face contact, telephone and e-mail
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- All round experience of plain film, fluoroscopy and mobile radiography
- Evidence of current or anticipated Continuing Professional Development to Health Professions Council (HPC) standard
- Proven experience at a Radiographer Level
- Trained or a desire to Train in Cardiology / Angiography
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc(Hons) Radiography or pending
- Current HPC Registration or pending
Knowledge
Essential
- Must have expertise within Radiography that is underpinned by theoretical study
- Must have developed a knowledge of a range of procedures including plain film, fluoroscopy and mobile radiography
- Must be able to undertake Quality Assurance checks of equipment on a daily, weekly and monthly basis as appropriate
- Must be able to adapt routine techniques when necessary, in line with previous experience, in order to produce diagnostic images
- Must have a working knowledge of IR(ME)R Regulations, Health & Safety and Confidentiality of Information
- Must have a working knowledge of electronic Patient Management and Radiology Information systems
Communication
Essential
- Must communicate complex information such as when discussing allergies and past Medical history, prior to undertaking x-ray examinations
- Expected to discuss sensitive information i.e. pregnancy related issues, with patients
- Expected to undertake x-ray examinations on patients with learning difficulties
- Must possess good verbal English Able to communicate by face-to-face contact, telephone and e-mail
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).
