Job summary
A exciting and unique opportunity has arisen within the Urology Directorate for a Band 6 Radiographer to support continuation and expansion of the Lithotripsy Service, and other urological diagnostic elements of the Urology service. The post holder will have DCR or BSc Radiography, extensive radiology experience. Knowledge and experience of Lithotripsy preferred. This Radiography element of the Urology service is a relatively new relationship as were previously managed under the Radiology Directorate/Service. The Band 7 & band 6 Radiographer enjoy a close working partnership with our Urology clinical team, including consultants, middle and junior grade clinicians, clinical nurse specialist and Directorate Management teams.
This is a unique post as it sits under the management of the Urology Directorate, whilst under professional management of the Radiology Service.
Interested applicants are invited to discuss further with Mrs Jocelyn Christie, Senior Radiographer, Jocelyn.Christie@wales.nhs.uk; Miss Stella Roushias, Consultant Urologist stella.roushias@wales.nhs.uk; or Directorate Manager for Urology, Bonita Overland (Bonita.overland@wales.nhs.uk).
Main duties of the job
To support Lithotripsy Lead Radiographer, in the co-ordination of the Urology Lithotripsy and Radiology service.
To be responsible for their own workload including assisting with the management of appointments for Lithotripsy
To perform lithotripsy treatments in the lithotripsy suite and to perform Urological radiographic examinations in Urology theatre unit, and any other areas as required.
To participate in provision of Lithotripsy, performing high quality Lithotripsy treatments safely and accurately.
To work within the codes of practice and professional guidelines and have accountability for their own actions
English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To communicate therapy related information to patients and provide reassurance in relation to the procedure including those who may be distressed, uncooperative or have learning difficulties and, to gain their co-operation
To assess treat and perform radiographic images of a complex specialist workload of patients
To be responsible for carrying out radiographic examinations and producing high quality images.
To plan and prioritise own patient workload
To possess dexterity, co-ordination & sensory skills for positioning, and manipulating patients, equipment to fine tolerances, where accuracy is required for the positioning of radiation beams
To provide a specialist service, Implementing specialist diagnostic radiography and procedures across a range of clinical presentations.
To participate in the research, development and evaluation of new techniques in Lithotripsy/Radiology, in relation to the specialist service in consultation with radiology and other professional staff
Responsible for the safe use of expensive, highly complex specialist equipment
To supervise and contribute to education and teaching of others, including qualified colleagues, recently qualified radiographers, support workers, assistants and studentsTo maintain accurate records using CWS, ORMIS, RADIS etcTo participate in departmental QA programmes/audits and to interpret and investigate results as required.
To be flexible in meeting the needs of the service, undertaking training of other radiological procedures aligned to diagnosis or urological conditions. i.e., USS.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To communicate therapy related information to patients and provide reassurance in relation to the procedure including those who may be distressed, uncooperative or have learning difficulties and, to gain their co-operation
To assess treat and perform radiographic images of a complex specialist workload of patients
To be responsible for carrying out radiographic examinations and producing high quality images.
To plan and prioritise own patient workload
To possess dexterity, co-ordination & sensory skills for positioning, and manipulating patients, equipment to fine tolerances, where accuracy is required for the positioning of radiation beams
To provide a specialist service, Implementing specialist diagnostic radiography and procedures across a range of clinical presentations.
To participate in the research, development and evaluation of new techniques in Lithotripsy/Radiology, in relation to the specialist service in consultation with radiology and other professional staff
Responsible for the safe use of expensive, highly complex specialist equipment
To supervise and contribute to education and teaching of others, including qualified colleagues, recently qualified radiographers, support workers, assistants and studentsTo maintain accurate records using CWS, ORMIS, RADIS etcTo participate in departmental QA programmes/audits and to interpret and investigate results as required.
To be flexible in meeting the needs of the service, undertaking training of other radiological procedures aligned to diagnosis or urological conditions. i.e., USS.
Person Specification
Application form and interview
Essential
Desirable
- Knowledge/Experience in Lithotripsy
Application form and interview
Essential
- To have experience of image interpretation of CT/KUB's for stones, Fluoroscopy and Ultrasound.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable, but not mandatory.
Person Specification
Application form and interview
Essential
Desirable
- Knowledge/Experience in Lithotripsy
Application form and interview
Essential
- To have experience of image interpretation of CT/KUB's for stones, Fluoroscopy and Ultrasound.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable, but not mandatory.
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).
