KIMS Hospital

Lead Radiographer - SMC

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Lead Radiographer | Sevenoaks Medical Centre, Sevenoaks

MRI | CMR | CT | X-ray | Leadership | Full Time | Permanent | Competitive Salary

Are you a qualified radiographer with experience in MRI, CT, X-Ray?  Do you have experience leading both a service and a team?  Would you like to further your career in a modern and supportive environment? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you.

As a Lead Radiographer at Sevenoaks Medical Centre, you will lead both the service and team, ensuring the safe and efficient provision of a range of diagnostic imaging.

This role is a 37.5 hour per week role based at Sevenoaks Medical Centre, working between Monday and Friday 8am – 8pm.

Main duties of the job

As a Lead Radiographer you will:

  • Perform a full range of diagnostic imaging, including MRI, CMR, CT, X-Ray, Mammography and Ultrasound in allocated clinical time.
  • Mentor and develop staff, enabling them to autonomously within their role.
  • Review the allocation of staff to the department, adjusting the workforce to reflect activity and patient need.
  • Ensure the continuous professional development of staff, including your own, is maintained.
  • Be responsible for maintaining IR(ME)R compliance, interpreting protocols and assessing the justification of radiographic requests.

About us

At KIMS Hospital we understand our people are our biggest asset and as such we are focused on ensuring they feel happy and valued both in and out of the workplace.  That’s why we have created a benefits package to support your emotional, financial, and physical wellbeing.

KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • 33 Days annual leave plus extra time off for your birthday
  • Free staff parking
  • Pension scheme
  • Private health insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Up to 40% off some of KIMS services
  • Employee Assistance Platform
  • Retail discounts and cashback
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Annual flu vaccination
  • Free eye test

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, recruiter Diane would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 237634 or email diane.arthur@kims.org.uk

At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.

Details

Date posted

14 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

2405

Job locations

Sevenoaks Medical Centre

London Road

--

Sevenoaks

Kent

TN13 2JD


Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information regarding this role please see the attached job description and personal specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information regarding this role please see the attached job description and personal specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Hold a Diploma or Degree in radiography with a current HCPC registration.

Desirable

  • Hold a post graduate qualification in MRI / CT

Experience

Essential

  • Have experience as a team leader or manager and staff development.
  • Be fully competent carrying out MRI (including CMR) CT and X-ray diagnostic imaging.
  • Have knowledge of clinical and corporate governance and its application.
  • Have evidence of continued professional development.

Desirable

  • Have experience in Interventional CT including CT cardiac and CT Colonoscopy
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Hold a Diploma or Degree in radiography with a current HCPC registration.

Desirable

  • Hold a post graduate qualification in MRI / CT

Experience

Essential

  • Have experience as a team leader or manager and staff development.
  • Be fully competent carrying out MRI (including CMR) CT and X-ray diagnostic imaging.
  • Have knowledge of clinical and corporate governance and its application.
  • Have evidence of continued professional development.

Desirable

  • Have experience in Interventional CT including CT cardiac and CT Colonoscopy

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.

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.

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

KIMS Hospital

Address

Sevenoaks Medical Centre

London Road

--

Sevenoaks

Kent

TN13 2JD


Employer's website

https://kims.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

KIMS Hospital

Address

Sevenoaks Medical Centre

London Road

--

Sevenoaks

Kent

TN13 2JD


Employer's website

https://kims.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Radiographer - SMC

Diane Arthur

diane.arthur@kims.org.uk

Details

Date posted

14 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

2405

Job locations

Sevenoaks Medical Centre

London Road

--

Sevenoaks

Kent

TN13 2JD


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