Radiographer CT

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 29 April 2025

Job summary

Due to service expansion and redesign, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a fixed-term (until 31.10.26) Radiographer to work predominantly in CT and based at South Tyneside District Hospital, although cross-site working is actively-encouraged.

South Tyneside District Hospital has recently installed a 128-slice Siemens go.Top, and also has a 64 slice Siemens go.All. Both are used for a range of in-patient and out-patient CT examinations, including biopsies, colonography studies and cardiac investigations. In addition, the Department has four dedicated X-ray rooms, two flurosocopy and interventional rooms, and a peripheral site providing plain film imaging.

Sunderland Royal Hospital has undergone an exciting redevelopment of the Emergency Department, to provide a cutting-edge environment for patient care, diagnosis and treatment. Within the Diagnostic Hub of the Emergency Department is a state-of-the-art Canon Genesis CT scanner, this 320-slice scanner allows for rapid diagnosis for ED and acutely-unwell patients. There are two additional Canon scanners within Radiology that are used for an extensive range of in-patient and out-patient CT examinations, including biopsies, percutaneous cryotherapy, colonography studies and cardiac investigations.

(If you are a current employee of STSFT wishing to undertake this role via Secondment basis, please download and submit a fully-authorised Secondment Form to Recruitment upon making your Application).

Main duties of the job

Both sites have forward-thinking, dynamic teams who offer experience and support. We strive to offer professional development opportunities; recent examples include the Post-graduate Certificate in Computed Tomography, and Post-graduate Certificate in Forensic Imaging. The Trust also provides excellent leadership development opportunities.

We are seeking those with post-graduate radiography experience, including some experience in CT, to apply. You will be expected to fulfil all aspects of the role of a CT radiographer, including IV cannulation, working unsupervised, and training and supporting colleagues and student radiographers.

You will be expected to work as part of the wider Radiology team at South Tyneside District Hospital.

Additionally, there is scope for cross-site working with the dedicated CT team at Sunderland Royal Hospital this will be discussed on Appointment.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.

Date posted

15 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

17 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9155-CSAHP-0425-26

Job locations

South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust

Harton Lane

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE34 0PL

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Job description

Job responsibilities

To perform high-quality CT scans across all areas of the Department, whilst complying with all Trust and departmental policies and procedures.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To perform high-quality CT scans across all areas of the Department, whilst complying with all Trust and departmental policies and procedures.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent.
Registration with the Health and Care Professions
Council (HCPC).
Demonstrate commitment to professional
development with evidence of CPD.

Desirable

IV cannulation training.
Post-graduate CT Certificate or
other relevant post-graduate
qualifications.

Physical Skills

Essential

Ability to perform Moving and Handling tasks.
Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
Ability to maintain confidentiality/security.
Enthusiasm, initiative and positive approach to career
and personal development.
Flexible approach/willingness to participate in
changes in working day to increase capacity/improve
service delivery.
Ability to travel to other locations within the Trust as
required.

Experience

Essential

Significant post-graduate experience.
Previous experience in CT imaging.
Good understanding of Radiation safety.
Experience within a UK health setting.

Desirable

Experience in undertaking a wide
range of CT examinations
independently and to a high
standard.
Experience using Canon &
Siemens equipment.
Specialised CT experience e.g.
cardiac, colonography.

Other

Desirable

Please provide a contact telephone number.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Able to work in a demanding environment.
Ability to work without supervision.
Ability to co-ordinate workflow.
Reliable, flexible and pro-active.
Adaptable to change.
Time-management skills.
Ability to balance non-clinical and clinical.
Evidence of good organisational skills.
Good interpersonal skills, able to communicate with
patients and colleagues at all levels.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Teamwork skills.
Basic IT skills (MS Office applications).
Familiarity with Radiology IT Systems (PACS/RIS).
Teaching and mentoring skills.
Good patient understanding and patient-centered care.
Display behaviors in-line with Trust standards.
Provide professional and clinical leadership skills.
Ability to work across a seven-day rota including out-of-hours commitment.

Desirable

Familiarity with
Soliton,
Meditech,
AGFA Pacs,
Vitrea workstations,
Syngo.Via.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent.
Registration with the Health and Care Professions
Council (HCPC).
Demonstrate commitment to professional
development with evidence of CPD.

Desirable

IV cannulation training.
Post-graduate CT Certificate or
other relevant post-graduate
qualifications.

Physical Skills

Essential

Ability to perform Moving and Handling tasks.
Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
Ability to maintain confidentiality/security.
Enthusiasm, initiative and positive approach to career
and personal development.
Flexible approach/willingness to participate in
changes in working day to increase capacity/improve
service delivery.
Ability to travel to other locations within the Trust as
required.

Experience

Essential

Significant post-graduate experience.
Previous experience in CT imaging.
Good understanding of Radiation safety.
Experience within a UK health setting.

Desirable

Experience in undertaking a wide
range of CT examinations
independently and to a high
standard.
Experience using Canon &
Siemens equipment.
Specialised CT experience e.g.
cardiac, colonography.

Other

Desirable

Please provide a contact telephone number.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Able to work in a demanding environment.
Ability to work without supervision.
Ability to co-ordinate workflow.
Reliable, flexible and pro-active.
Adaptable to change.
Time-management skills.
Ability to balance non-clinical and clinical.
Evidence of good organisational skills.
Good interpersonal skills, able to communicate with
patients and colleagues at all levels.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Teamwork skills.
Basic IT skills (MS Office applications).
Familiarity with Radiology IT Systems (PACS/RIS).
Teaching and mentoring skills.
Good patient understanding and patient-centered care.
Display behaviors in-line with Trust standards.
Provide professional and clinical leadership skills.
Ability to work across a seven-day rota including out-of-hours commitment.

Desirable

Familiarity with
Soliton,
Meditech,
AGFA Pacs,
Vitrea workstations,
Syngo.Via.

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

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