Job summary
The Radiology Directorate at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals are looking to recruit a Band 7 CT Clinical Lead Radiographer to our team. The ideal candidate for this role would be a highly skilled and experienced CT Radiographer with proven experience leading a clinical team. Competency performing CT colonography, cardiac CT and experience justifying and authorising CT referrals would also be advantageous.
This is a busy and rapidly expanding department with a fleet of Siemens and Canon CT scanners, including a state-of-the-art CT facility located directly in the Trust's new Emergency Village development.
The CT Clinical Lead reports directly to the CT Imaging manager and is responsible for the day to day running of the clinical workload. Candidates would be expected to work flexibly on a rotational shift pattern to include day shifts, long days and night shifts. You will be joining an enthusiastic and friendly team who provide a comprehensive CT service including, general CT examinations, CT Colonography, Interventional CT, and Cardiac CT.
We are a UKAS accredited department and are committed to continuous quality improvement. The CT lead will be expected to have a significant input into the quality and governance of the department, overseeing and completing audits, reviewing departmental documentation, and ensuring that training compliance is maintained.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is required to:
- Support the CT Imaging Manager in the provision of an efficient, cost effective, diagnostic CT imaging service, through effective management of staff, facilities and innovative use of available resources.- Assist the CT Imaging Manager and fellow CT Clinical Lead Radiographers to ensure optimisation of staffing and service provision.- Deputise for the CT Imaging Manager in their absence undertaking specific management responsibilities as delegated to the role by the CT Clinical Manager or Radiology Directorate Manager. - Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and will take a key leadership role within the CT department.- Demonstrate excellent clinical competence with in-depth knowledge and experience of a wide range of CT examinations, including contrast and non-contrast examinations, Interventional CT, Cardiac CT, Angiography and CT Colonography procedures.- Provide training and supervision of junior colleagues and provide advice and guidance utilising advanced knowledge and skills in this specialist area.
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
We recommend that all individuals employed in patient facing roles, or those located on a ward or department where patients receive a service should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed job description can be found in the attached documentation.
The post holder is required to:- Support the CT Imaging Manager in the provision of an efficient, cost effective, diagnostic CT imaging service, through effective management of staff, facilities and innovative use of available resources.- Assist the CT Imaging Manager and fellow CT Clinical Lead Radiographers to ensure optimisation of staffing and service provision.- Deputise for the CT Imaging Manager in their absence undertaking specific management responsibilities as delegated to the role by the CT Clinical Manager or Radiology Directorate Manager. - Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and will take a key leadership role within the CT department.- Demonstrate excellent clinical competence with in-depth knowledge and experience of a wide range of CT examinations, including contrast and non-contrast examinations, Interventional CT, Cardiac CT, Angiography and CT Colonography procedures.- Provide training and supervision of junior colleagues and provide advice and guidance utilising advanced knowledge and skills in this specialist area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed job description can be found in the attached documentation.
The post holder is required to:- Support the CT Imaging Manager in the provision of an efficient, cost effective, diagnostic CT imaging service, through effective management of staff, facilities and innovative use of available resources.- Assist the CT Imaging Manager and fellow CT Clinical Lead Radiographers to ensure optimisation of staffing and service provision.- Deputise for the CT Imaging Manager in their absence undertaking specific management responsibilities as delegated to the role by the CT Clinical Manager or Radiology Directorate Manager. - Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and will take a key leadership role within the CT department.- Demonstrate excellent clinical competence with in-depth knowledge and experience of a wide range of CT examinations, including contrast and non-contrast examinations, Interventional CT, Cardiac CT, Angiography and CT Colonography procedures.- Provide training and supervision of junior colleagues and provide advice and guidance utilising advanced knowledge and skills in this specialist area.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiographer or equivalent qualification.
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- PGC / PGDip or equivalent relevant clinical experience.
- Basic Life Support.
Desirable
- MSc in Medical Imaging.
- Intravenous Injection Certificate.
- Certificate in or relevant clinical experience of CT Colonography examinations.
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Evidence of excellent clinical competency in a wide range of CT Examinations.
- Evidence of on-going continuous professional development (CPD).
- The ability to perform intravenous cannulation to a high standard.
- Excellent knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and pathology.
- Evidence of attending study days / courses.
- Knowledge of IR(ME)R 2017 and Ionising Radiation Regulations.
- Knowledge of Hospital Information Systems, RIS / PACS systems
Desirable
- Experience in vetting and protocolling CT examination requests.
- Experience of undertaking CT Cardiac Angiography Scans.
- Audit / Research
- Experience of producing staff rotas
- Radiation Protection Supervisor
- CT reporting experience
Management & Human Resources
Essential
- Able to lead a team and make decisions
- Ability to undertake practical supervision and training of Radiographers and undergraduate students.
- Be able to prioritise workload dependent upon clinical priority.
- Be able to form good working relationships within teams
- Corporate approach to the Trust's objectives, visions and values.
- Have a 'can do' approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience of performing appraisals.
- Be professional, punctual and uphold the reputation of the department.
- Good time management skills
Desirable
- Lateral thinker and problem solver
- Attended courses of leadership and management.
- Mentor training.
- Experience of managing sickness absence.
Governance
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in audit or research.
- Evidence of developing policies and procedures,
- Actively participates in continual professional development.
- Evidence of performing quality assurance programmes.
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in Research Trials.
- Experience of conducting and presenting at Audit findings
- Knowledge of QSI/UKAS
Health & Safety
Essential
- Comply with IR(ME)R 2017
- Comply with Trust policies and procedures
- Report and act upon equipment faults
Desirable
Physical, Mental and Emotional
Essential
- Ability to deal with emotionally stressful situations.
- Ability to concentrate for long periods of time and deal with frequent interruptions.
- High energy and resilience (able to work under pressure)
- Flexible approach to working hours / shift patterns.
- Occasional requirement to wear lead aprons.
- Frequent requirement to move and handle patients
- Requirement for lone working. Physical skills appropriate for the moving and handling of patients and equipment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiographer or equivalent qualification.
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- PGC / PGDip or equivalent relevant clinical experience.
- Basic Life Support.
Desirable
- MSc in Medical Imaging.
- Intravenous Injection Certificate.
- Certificate in or relevant clinical experience of CT Colonography examinations.
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Evidence of excellent clinical competency in a wide range of CT Examinations.
- Evidence of on-going continuous professional development (CPD).
- The ability to perform intravenous cannulation to a high standard.
- Excellent knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and pathology.
- Evidence of attending study days / courses.
- Knowledge of IR(ME)R 2017 and Ionising Radiation Regulations.
- Knowledge of Hospital Information Systems, RIS / PACS systems
Desirable
- Experience in vetting and protocolling CT examination requests.
- Experience of undertaking CT Cardiac Angiography Scans.
- Audit / Research
- Experience of producing staff rotas
- Radiation Protection Supervisor
- CT reporting experience
Management & Human Resources
Essential
- Able to lead a team and make decisions
- Ability to undertake practical supervision and training of Radiographers and undergraduate students.
- Be able to prioritise workload dependent upon clinical priority.
- Be able to form good working relationships within teams
- Corporate approach to the Trust's objectives, visions and values.
- Have a 'can do' approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience of performing appraisals.
- Be professional, punctual and uphold the reputation of the department.
- Good time management skills
Desirable
- Lateral thinker and problem solver
- Attended courses of leadership and management.
- Mentor training.
- Experience of managing sickness absence.
Governance
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in audit or research.
- Evidence of developing policies and procedures,
- Actively participates in continual professional development.
- Evidence of performing quality assurance programmes.
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in Research Trials.
- Experience of conducting and presenting at Audit findings
- Knowledge of QSI/UKAS
Health & Safety
Essential
- Comply with IR(ME)R 2017
- Comply with Trust policies and procedures
- Report and act upon equipment faults
Desirable
Physical, Mental and Emotional
Essential
- Ability to deal with emotionally stressful situations.
- Ability to concentrate for long periods of time and deal with frequent interruptions.
- High energy and resilience (able to work under pressure)
- Flexible approach to working hours / shift patterns.
- Occasional requirement to wear lead aprons.
- Frequent requirement to move and handle patients
- Requirement for lone working. Physical skills appropriate for the moving and handling of patients and equipment
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).
