Job summary
Are you ready to embark on an exciting career opportunity at one of the world's leading cancer treatment centres? The Christie Hospital is seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as a Deputy CT Lead. This is a temporary post to cover a 12 month secondment giving an opportunity to develop your leadership skills. If you're passionate about advancing healthcare dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and eager to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, this role is tailor made for you.
As one of the largest cancer centres in Europe we are committed to pushing boundaries and improving outcomes for patients through cutting-edge technology and ground-breaking research. Join us and be part of an extraordinary team that is transforming the landscape of cancer treatment.
As Deputy CT Lead you will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of our CT service. Collaborating closely with the CT Lead you will oversee a team of talented radiographers, ensuring the provision of high-quality care across 3 CT scanners.
Your expertise will contribute directly to the development of tailored treatment plans for patients, helping to optimise their outcomes and overall experience.
As part of your role as CT Deputy Lead you will be provided with training to extend your scope of practice by working alongside Clinical Specialists to develop your skills in CT protocol management, advanced scanning applications, dose management and image optimisation.
Main duties of the job
MAIN DUTIES
Assist the CT Lead in the day-to-day management of the CT department, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and compassion.
Provide leadership and guidance to a team of radiographers, promoting their professional growth and development.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support accurate and timely diagnosis and treatment planning.
Drive the implementation of new technologies and techniques, staying at the forefront of advancements in CT radiography.
Participate in departmental audits, research projects and quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery.
REQUIREMENTS
Degree in Diagnostic Radiography
Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Extensive experience as a radiographer with a strong background in CT imaging.
Proven leadership abilities with the capacity to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
Excellent communication skills, fostering effective collaboration across departments.
Strong problem-solving skills, capable of making critical decisions in a fast paced environment.
Commitment to continuous professional development and staying up to date with industry advancements.
About us
The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Communication requirements
- To support the CT Lead in the delivery of the clinical service, ensuring the smooth running of the department.
- To assist in ensuring there is effective communication between the various teams who have input into the CT Scanning service such as Radiology Staff, X-Ray Therapy Staff, Medical Physics Staff, Clinicians, Nursing staff and others.
- To ensure that patients understand complex information related to their scan and to encourage patients to cooperate fully in the scan process. This may involve patients with learning difficulties or other disabilities.
- To assist in developing good communications with all disciplines of staff both internally and external to the Department. This involves advising other Trusts on oncological CT scanning procedures when required, demonstrating the operation of the scanners to interested parties both inside and outside the Trust.
- To take part in departmental research and audit and report as necessary.
- Accurate input of patient data into any Trust computer system.
Teaching / Training requirements
- To ensure all Radiographers are fully trained in the CT scanning protocols and procedures and in the use of other equipment.
- Maintain expertise in intravenous cannulation techniques.
- To ensure all Radiographers are trained and certified in Intravenous cannulation and give update lectures when required.
- To arrange mandatory training non medical staff in the Division of Radiology.
- To participate in the departmental continuing professional development programme, including participating in personal development reviews and personal development planning.
- To participate in the Trusts mandatory training.
- To adhere to the College of Radiographers Professional Code of Conduct.
Analytical skills
- Assess patients clinical condition with relation to the level of risk of giving intravenous contrast medium for scan protocols.
- Adapt CT techniques and protocols in accordance with the condition of the patient.
General duties
- To participate in the clinical service working to agreed protocols, and to take part in the regular protocol review meetings with the Radiologists in order to maintain a high operational standard.
- Supervision of junior radiographic staff and radiographic aides as required.
- Assist in the planning and organisation of training agendas in order to ensure staff are fully trained in the safe operation of the equipment.
- Ordering of equipment and consumable items.
- Organisation and booking of appointments and preparation of patients as appropriate.
- Provision of specialist care of patients to ensure their comfort and safety in the department.
- Checking patient details prior to examination and ensuring all relevant details are on the request card as per the IR(ME)R regulations. Ensuring pregnancy is excluded in patients of childbearing years.
- Ensuring that any faults in equipment, fixtures, fittings or fabric of any of the Radiology departments are recorded and notified to the appropriate persons, and complying with, and enforcing current Health and Safety and Moving and Handling regulations.
- Ensure that all relevant radiation protection measures for each department are adhered to, e.g. local rules, ionising radiation regulations, IR(ME)R, departmental dose reduction strategies, MR safety etc
- Maintaining practices in keeping with departmental and Trust Board policies, e.g. fire regulations, patient confidentiality etc.
- To work with Radiologists, Clinical Service Lead and other Senior staff in the department to review working practices, identify new ways of working and find solutions to problems.
- Willingness to work out of hours in emergency situations as required.
Any other duties, which after discussion might be reasonably requested to maintain the smooth running of the department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Communication requirements
- To support the CT Lead in the delivery of the clinical service, ensuring the smooth running of the department.
- To assist in ensuring there is effective communication between the various teams who have input into the CT Scanning service such as Radiology Staff, X-Ray Therapy Staff, Medical Physics Staff, Clinicians, Nursing staff and others.
- To ensure that patients understand complex information related to their scan and to encourage patients to cooperate fully in the scan process. This may involve patients with learning difficulties or other disabilities.
- To assist in developing good communications with all disciplines of staff both internally and external to the Department. This involves advising other Trusts on oncological CT scanning procedures when required, demonstrating the operation of the scanners to interested parties both inside and outside the Trust.
- To take part in departmental research and audit and report as necessary.
- Accurate input of patient data into any Trust computer system.
Teaching / Training requirements
- To ensure all Radiographers are fully trained in the CT scanning protocols and procedures and in the use of other equipment.
- Maintain expertise in intravenous cannulation techniques.
- To ensure all Radiographers are trained and certified in Intravenous cannulation and give update lectures when required.
- To arrange mandatory training non medical staff in the Division of Radiology.
- To participate in the departmental continuing professional development programme, including participating in personal development reviews and personal development planning.
- To participate in the Trusts mandatory training.
- To adhere to the College of Radiographers Professional Code of Conduct.
Analytical skills
- Assess patients clinical condition with relation to the level of risk of giving intravenous contrast medium for scan protocols.
- Adapt CT techniques and protocols in accordance with the condition of the patient.
General duties
- To participate in the clinical service working to agreed protocols, and to take part in the regular protocol review meetings with the Radiologists in order to maintain a high operational standard.
- Supervision of junior radiographic staff and radiographic aides as required.
- Assist in the planning and organisation of training agendas in order to ensure staff are fully trained in the safe operation of the equipment.
- Ordering of equipment and consumable items.
- Organisation and booking of appointments and preparation of patients as appropriate.
- Provision of specialist care of patients to ensure their comfort and safety in the department.
- Checking patient details prior to examination and ensuring all relevant details are on the request card as per the IR(ME)R regulations. Ensuring pregnancy is excluded in patients of childbearing years.
- Ensuring that any faults in equipment, fixtures, fittings or fabric of any of the Radiology departments are recorded and notified to the appropriate persons, and complying with, and enforcing current Health and Safety and Moving and Handling regulations.
- Ensure that all relevant radiation protection measures for each department are adhered to, e.g. local rules, ionising radiation regulations, IR(ME)R, departmental dose reduction strategies, MR safety etc
- Maintaining practices in keeping with departmental and Trust Board policies, e.g. fire regulations, patient confidentiality etc.
- To work with Radiologists, Clinical Service Lead and other Senior staff in the department to review working practices, identify new ways of working and find solutions to problems.
- Willingness to work out of hours in emergency situations as required.
Any other duties, which after discussion might be reasonably requested to maintain the smooth running of the department.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oDCR (R) or BSc Radiography
- oHCPC registration
Desirable
- oInterested in post graduate study
- oCompetent in administration of IV contrast
Experience
Essential
- oA range radiography experience with specific expertise in CT
Desirable
- oExperience in a variety of other Trusts / Departments of Radiology
- oExperience of working in an oncology setting
- oExperience with training radiography students
Skills
Essential
- oCommunication skills
- oAnalytical skills
- oPlanning and organizational skills
- oTeam worker
- oIT skills
- oAbility to work under pressure
Desirable
- oIT related courses
- oExperience of managing workload
- oParticipation in audit
Knowledge
Essential
- oPersonal development plan with ongoing CPD portfolio
Desirable
- oKnowledge of College of Radiographers policies
- oOncology knowledge
Other
Essential
- oReliable
- oAbility to use initiative
- oAbility to work under pressure
- oGood general health and attendance record
- oSensitivity and tact
- oSmart professional appearance
- oAbility to participate in extended day and weekend working, and on-call
- oAbility to work flexibly
Desirable
- oDesire to work with patients who have cancer
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oDCR (R) or BSc Radiography
- oHCPC registration
Desirable
- oInterested in post graduate study
- oCompetent in administration of IV contrast
Experience
Essential
- oA range radiography experience with specific expertise in CT
Desirable
- oExperience in a variety of other Trusts / Departments of Radiology
- oExperience of working in an oncology setting
- oExperience with training radiography students
Skills
Essential
- oCommunication skills
- oAnalytical skills
- oPlanning and organizational skills
- oTeam worker
- oIT skills
- oAbility to work under pressure
Desirable
- oIT related courses
- oExperience of managing workload
- oParticipation in audit
Knowledge
Essential
- oPersonal development plan with ongoing CPD portfolio
Desirable
- oKnowledge of College of Radiographers policies
- oOncology knowledge
Other
Essential
- oReliable
- oAbility to use initiative
- oAbility to work under pressure
- oGood general health and attendance record
- oSensitivity and tact
- oSmart professional appearance
- oAbility to participate in extended day and weekend working, and on-call
- oAbility to work flexibly
Desirable
- oDesire to work with patients who have cancer
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).
