Job summary
We are currently recruiting for a Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer.
As part of the General Imaging team, you will work across different sites and on a rotation through all areas of general imaging including Theatres and Mobiles, Accident and Emergency, Inpatients and Outpatients, offering an opportunity to develop a wide range of experience. On joining our team, staff are assigned a buddy/mentor to allow orientation into the Trust and the department with a full induction programme in place. The role is challenging and rewarding; your professional skills will make a real difference to our team and our patients.
The Radiology Directorate holds QSI accreditation; the first NHS Trust to do so, and is focused on providing a high quality service with a culture of continuous quality improvement and continuous professional development. We provide a 24 hours/7days working week in order to maximise service delivery, so a flexible approach is essential, together with enthusiasm and self-motivation.
Student Radiographers who are due to qualify are welcome to apply for this post.
Main duties of the job
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a large Tertiary referral centre for cardiac patients and has 10 General Imaging rooms, 2 Dental rooms, Mobiles and Theatres, Bone Densitometry, Ultrasound rooms, 5 CT Scanners, 4 MRI scanners, 2 Gamma Cameras, a Mammography suite and an Interventional suite with an excellent reputation for staff development opportunities. We have recently had a major investment in new equipment within the General Imaging department.
Hours of duty:
- 37.5hrs Agenda for Change terms and conditions.
- The candidate must be registered with the HCPC.
- Working hours will be flexible and will form part of a 24/7 shift system.
We are happy to arrange informal visits to the departmentto allowyou to meet theteam,view our facilities and to discuss the job role in more detail.
PLEASE NOTE: Shortlisted candidates will beexpected to attendin person for interview/pattern recognition session at Blackpool Victoria Hospital
Additional contact information:
Beverley Calsen
General X-Ray Manager (Interim)
01253 953996
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will expected to act as a practitioner as defined within IR(ME)R 2017 & 2024 Amendment.
To determine and deliver the most appropriate X-ray imaging procedures to assist with the diagnosis and subsequent treatment of a wide range of pathologies or conditions. Be accountable within the team for ensuring the quality of clinical radiography is of an extremely high standard inline with the Trust Values and professional expectations.
Provision of an effective imaging service and support to service users as required, as part of a 24/7 shift system.
See attached Job Description for more details
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will expected to act as a practitioner as defined within IR(ME)R 2017 & 2024 Amendment.
To determine and deliver the most appropriate X-ray imaging procedures to assist with the diagnosis and subsequent treatment of a wide range of pathologies or conditions. Be accountable within the team for ensuring the quality of clinical radiography is of an extremely high standard inline with the Trust Values and professional expectations.
Provision of an effective imaging service and support to service users as required, as part of a 24/7 shift system.
See attached Job Description for more details
Person Specification
Health
Essential
- Flexible approach to working hours
- Capable of working under pressure
- Dexterity to manipulate sensitive equipment
- Co-ordination to enable accurate positioning of patients and equipment
- Good time management and the ability to set and establish priorities
Research and Development
Essential
- Desire to interact with established Focus Groups within the Directorate
- Knowledge and experience of equipment QA
Desirable
- Experience of Audit/research
Personal
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Flexible approach to the working environment
- Professional attitude and appearance, able to work to a consistently high standard
- Problem solver
- Act as a role model, and mentor to junior staff and students
- Excellent communication
- Positive, friendly manner
Experience & Skills
Essential
- Evidence of clinical competency to include image evaluation
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Knowledge of IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR (Ionising Radiations Regulations)
- Knowledge of Hospital Information Systems
- Knowledge of legislation relating to the Radiographic profession
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of Health Policy.
- Keyboard and IT skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel.
- Basic Life Support
- Be able to communicate at all levels to include patients with learning difficulties
Desirable
- Knowledge of Agfa RIS, Maxims, PACS.
Qualification
Essential
- Ability to communicate fluently in English
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Registered with the HCPC (HealthCare Professions Council)
Person Specification
Health
Essential
- Flexible approach to working hours
- Capable of working under pressure
- Dexterity to manipulate sensitive equipment
- Co-ordination to enable accurate positioning of patients and equipment
- Good time management and the ability to set and establish priorities
Research and Development
Essential
- Desire to interact with established Focus Groups within the Directorate
- Knowledge and experience of equipment QA
Desirable
- Experience of Audit/research
Personal
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Flexible approach to the working environment
- Professional attitude and appearance, able to work to a consistently high standard
- Problem solver
- Act as a role model, and mentor to junior staff and students
- Excellent communication
- Positive, friendly manner
Experience & Skills
Essential
- Evidence of clinical competency to include image evaluation
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Knowledge of IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR (Ionising Radiations Regulations)
- Knowledge of Hospital Information Systems
- Knowledge of legislation relating to the Radiographic profession
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of Health Policy.
- Keyboard and IT skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel.
- Basic Life Support
- Be able to communicate at all levels to include patients with learning difficulties
Desirable
- Knowledge of Agfa RIS, Maxims, PACS.
Qualification
Essential
- Ability to communicate fluently in English
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Registered with the HCPC (HealthCare Professions Council)
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).
