University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Radiographer

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Job summary

This post is for experienced plain imaging radiographers to maintain and promote high standards in image quality and patient care, supporting and training more junior radiographers and learners throughout the 24 hour shift system.

Main duties of the job

Job Purpose

  • To contribute to the delivery of the Radiology service at an operational level as required.
  • To produce high quality images across the spectrum of all radiography examinations.
  • To ensure the smooth operation of the radiography service.
  • To be responsible for the standards of care provided within the department.
  • In collaboration with the relevant lead radiographers or the Radiology Section Head, ensure resources are monitored and tailored to meet the needs of the service within the constraints of the financial budget.
  • To provide cover for other colleagues absences to meet service needs
  • To promote education and training within the working environment
  • Keep up to date competency records, statutory and mandatory training and HCPC registration.
  • To work as part of the radiographic team, maintaining a high standard of expertise in radiographic technique, exhibiting good organisational skills and flexibility to cover extended day working.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

06 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year pa pro rata (depending on the experience)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-DT-5225-LH

Job locations

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW


Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Aptitudes

Essential

  • Respectful
  • Collaborative
  • Supportive
  • Innovative
  • Organised
  • Adaptable
  • Responsible
  • Accountable
  • Assertive
  • Initiative

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) Radiography/DCR (R) or equivalent
  • Current HCPC Registration

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Thorough and up to date knowledge of plain imaging and best practice within speciality area
  • Experience in departmental operational management
  • Experience in teaching and supervising clinical learners
  • Understanding of College of Radiographers Code of Practice and requirements of it for practice and behaviour and its application to the management of staff and self
  • Understanding of HCPC Professional standards and requirements of it for practice and behaviour and its application to the management of staff and self
  • Understanding the theory and application of clinical governance

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Effective communication skills - including in situations of conflict or distress
  • Strong organisational skills - prioritising complex situations
  • Able to accept responsibility for area of work, working under own initiative within the boundaries of role
  • Flexibility, adaptability to meet needs of a changing service
  • Demonstrates ability to implement and utilise audit data to improve quality
  • Ability to act as facilitator, mentor and supervisor to colleagues
  • Demonstrates ability to take responsibility and accountability
  • Commitment to the development and provision of high quality radiography and radiology
  • Information technology skills

Desirable

  • Clinical expert in defined area of work
Person Specification

Aptitudes

Essential

  • Respectful
  • Collaborative
  • Supportive
  • Innovative
  • Organised
  • Adaptable
  • Responsible
  • Accountable
  • Assertive
  • Initiative

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) Radiography/DCR (R) or equivalent
  • Current HCPC Registration

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Thorough and up to date knowledge of plain imaging and best practice within speciality area
  • Experience in departmental operational management
  • Experience in teaching and supervising clinical learners
  • Understanding of College of Radiographers Code of Practice and requirements of it for practice and behaviour and its application to the management of staff and self
  • Understanding of HCPC Professional standards and requirements of it for practice and behaviour and its application to the management of staff and self
  • Understanding the theory and application of clinical governance

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Effective communication skills - including in situations of conflict or distress
  • Strong organisational skills - prioritising complex situations
  • Able to accept responsibility for area of work, working under own initiative within the boundaries of role
  • Flexibility, adaptability to meet needs of a changing service
  • Demonstrates ability to implement and utilise audit data to improve quality
  • Ability to act as facilitator, mentor and supervisor to colleagues
  • Demonstrates ability to take responsibility and accountability
  • Commitment to the development and provision of high quality radiography and radiology
  • Information technology skills

Desirable

  • Clinical expert in defined area of work

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW


Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW


Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Radiology Section Head

Karen Hancock

karen.hancock@uhbw.nhs.uk

01173422674

Details

Date posted

06 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year pa pro rata (depending on the experience)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-DT-5225-LH

Job locations

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW


Supporting documents

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