Job summary
- Main area
- Radiology
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent: With out of hours commitment
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 409-6336105
- Employer
- Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Southport DGH
- Town
- Kew
- Salary
- £35,392 - £42,618 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 12/07/2024 09:00
Employer heading
General/Dexa Scanning Radiographer
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
· We are seeking a highly motivated, flexible and experienced Band 6 General/Dexa Scanning Radiographer, who would like the opportunity to join our friendly Imaging Team on the Southport site of the newly merged MWL Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to high standards of patient care, whilst providing a comprehensive and efficient service, following policies and procedures as specified by the Radiology Management Team. The post holder will be required to undertake all general radiographic procedures and Bone Densitometry Scanning utilising complex imaging equipment and evaluating images for diagnostic quality. To supervise the clinical work of radiographers, radiography assistant practitioners, radiology department assistants and student radiographers.
Main duties of the job
Provide Specialist Bone Mineral Density service. This includes accurate Bone Densitometry Scanning and any administrative duties associated with the role.
To undertake a wide range of radiographic examinations and specialised procedures, including the justification of referrals for radiographic examinations, adapting radiographic technique, initiating the use of supplementary projections and assessment of diagnostic quality.
To advise and assist radiographers in their designated work area in general and specialised procedures.
To participate in the departments ‘red dot’ programme for the initial assessment of radiographic images in trauma and minor injuries.
To advise Radiographers, Radiology Department Assistants and Radiography Assistant Practitioners, on the management of clinically demanding patients.
To participate in the departmental ‘out of hours’ services.
Working for our organisation
The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley Teaching Hospitals and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals.
From 1st July we have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk and Newton hospitals.
The Trust provides regional services for burns, plastic surgery and spinal injuries to more than 4 million people across Mersey and West Lancashire, Cheshire, the Isle of Man and North Wales.
Our Vision is to deliver 5 Star Patient Care:
· CARE that is evidence based, high quality and compassionate
· SAFETY that is of the highest standards
· COMMUNICATION that is open, inclusive and respectful
· SYSTEMS that are efficient, patient centred and reliable
· PATHWAYS that are best practice and embedded, but also respect the individual needs of patients
Our achievements include:
- Trust rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- Awarded National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for our Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to attached JD & PS
This post will involve participation in Dexa Scanning and also offer experience in trauma, theatres and mobiles, dental, paediatrics and CT. The Regional Spinal Injuries Unit is also on the Southport site.
We actively encourage, and provide opportunities for, continuous professional development and role extension. The departments utilise CR and DR systems for all plain film imaging and have a well - established Trust wide PACS system.
We have an ongoing major equipment replacement programme in partnership with GE Healthcare. Staff can be assured, therefore, that they will be working with new equipment/technology in all areas of Radiology.
The S&O sites also have a new Community Diagnostic Centre which commenced in January 2023.
Advertising date: 05-Jul-2024
Closing date: 12 - Jul-2024
Shortlisting date: W/C 15-Jul-2024
Proposed Interview date: W/C 22nd July or/and W/C 29thJuly
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree in Radiography (Diagnostic) or DCR(R)
- Registered with HCPC
Desirable criteria
- Certificate in First Line Management or equivalent
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
- Significant experience in all aspects of general radiographic procedures and Bone Densitometry Scanning and an up to date knowledge of current trends in techniques including A+E, Orthopaedic, In-Patient and Mobile and Theatre Radiography.
- Involvement in Quality Control, audit.
- Some experience of working unsocial hours.
- Willing to develop a specialist interest within general radiography.
Skills & Ability
Essential criteria
- Good written and verbal communication skills enabling liaison with patients/visitors/clinicians/departmental.staff/ porters/administrative staff in order to provide an efficient and caring service.
- Able to prioritise work against a background of demand, change.
- Be aware of legislation such as Health & Safety, Ionising Regulations and COSSH.
- Able to display tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to work accurately and maintain calm with the pressures of a demanding environment.
- Good team membership skills.
- Ability to train students and supervise radiographers and assistants.
- Possess ‘Windows’ keyboard skills to use the necessary computerised radiology systems and image recording systems.
- Ability to work flexibly
- Understanding of Clinical Governance.
Physical effort
Essential criteria
- To be physically fit to endure standing for long periods of time.
- Able to assist in handling patients.
- Able to meet any unsocial hour’s requirements
Mental Effort
Essential criteria
- Maintenance of personal portfolio.
- Must have a good attendance record.
- Active involvement in continual professional development.
Emotional Effort
Essential criteria
- Must be reliable, enthusiastic and caring.
- Professional in appearance and conduct.
- Self-motivated and ability to motivate others.
- Responsive and flexible to the needs of the service, staff and patients.
Working Conditions
Essential criteria
- Ability to work accurately and maintain calm with the pressures of a demanding environment.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Lisa Thompson
- Job title
- Head of Radiology Services - Southport & Ormskirk
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01704 704812
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