Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

0510 - Modality Lead Radiographer CT/MRI

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Job summary

We are looking for dedicated & experienced radiographers with proven team leadership & communication skills, to be responsible for the operational management of CT & MRI services ensuring optimum use of staffing and equipment resources throughout the department in conjunction with the team of Modality Leads.

You will be joining our friendly, flexible team to provide a high quality, responsive diagnostic service delivering excellent patient care in line with the Trust core values. You will be expected to maintain high clinical standards and share this practice with junior staff and students.

You must have excellent communication and organisational skills, a commitment to CPD and a practical knowledge of radiation protection, legislation and health and safety requirements and extensive experience in cross-sectional imaging.

This is a key leadership role and the successful candidate will be a role model for demonstrating our Trusts values through their leadership behaviours, working collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams and be committed to providing high quality patient care.

You will possess DCR (R) or BSc Radiography with current HCPC registration.

We actively encourage Post Graduate study and role extension. We currently have 16 radiographers who undertake Advanced Practice and this will continue to develop.

We operate a 7 day service covered by a shift system, which includes night cover. Our shift patterns accommodate flexible working arrangements.

Main duties of the job

To supervise all radiographic procedures, patient care and staff movement within the work area.

To develop any specialised areas of interest in imaging techniques

To contribute to the service improvement and business planning processes

To be responsible for the efficient deployment of resources, enabling the patient to receive a safe accurate and timely examination.

To take part in both the extended working day and emergency duty rota's.

To be responsible for the operational management of both the CT and MRI cross sectional imaging service ensuring the efficient use of resources whilst maintaining a high standard of competency and patient care.

To maximize efficiency and productivity within the designated work area, working constructively with members of the team to maximise the efficient use of equipment, facilities and staffing resources.

To further develop the effectiveness and diversity of the service, including expansion of the on-call service, in liaison with consultant medical staff and other health care professionals.

As MR safety advisor be responsible for implementing and maintaining all safety procedures and operating instructions for staff, patients and external agencies (fire brigade) in all aspects of MR safety.

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

Date posted

11 April 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£48,526 to £54,619 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9163-0510E-04-23

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Ability to work effectively within a team and promote team working.
Good interpersonal skills.
Good communication skills.
Good organisational/ leadership skills.
High standard of practical radiographic skills.

Qualifications

Essential

DCR(R) or BSc Radiography.
Post graduate qualification in either CT or MRI.
Participation in CPD.
Current state registration.

Desirable

Management qualification.

Experience

Essential

High level of clinical competence in MRI techniques.
Experience of teaching MRI/ CT.
Five years extensive clinical experience.
First line management experience.
Previous experience of implementation of Health & Safety requirements.
Experience of clinical audit and statistical analysis.
On-call / Standby experience.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

To have developed an extensive knowledge in MRI/ CT.
Knowledge of radiation protection legislation.
Knowledge of MR safety guidelines.

Trust Values

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe an example of where you have helped to improve the service of a department.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Ability to work effectively within a team and promote team working.
Good interpersonal skills.
Good communication skills.
Good organisational/ leadership skills.
High standard of practical radiographic skills.

Qualifications

Essential

DCR(R) or BSc Radiography.
Post graduate qualification in either CT or MRI.
Participation in CPD.
Current state registration.

Desirable

Management qualification.

Experience

Essential

High level of clinical competence in MRI techniques.
Experience of teaching MRI/ CT.
Five years extensive clinical experience.
First line management experience.
Previous experience of implementation of Health & Safety requirements.
Experience of clinical audit and statistical analysis.
On-call / Standby experience.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

To have developed an extensive knowledge in MRI/ CT.
Knowledge of radiation protection legislation.
Knowledge of MR safety guidelines.

Trust Values

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe an example of where you have helped to improve the service of a department.

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

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)