The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Radiographer

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Job summary

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and talented Radiographer to join this well-established, friendly, hardworking team. Preferably with CT experience, however a training post (Band 5 grade) would be considered if the appropriate candidate was identified. A flexible working approach is essential to delivering the highest quality of care to patients at TRFT along with an efficient service. The current CT service has expanded due to the increase in demand with a rolling shift pattern of contracted hours over seven days including night shifts. There have been some exciting changes for the CT department here at Rotherham with the newly developed CT suite in the acute hospital which has a new Siemens Somatom Drive Dual source CT scanner and a Siemens AS+ 128 slice CT scanner. Also cross-site the newly developing Rotherham Community Diagnostic Centre supported by a Siemens Somatom Go 32 Slice CT Scanner. Both departments offer an excellent service to Rotherham patients and staff The CT Service provides services to Trauma, Orthopaedics, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, ENT, General Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology, Breast, Neurology and Stroke Services. We actively support post graduate education and have Advanced Practice CT Radiographers reporting CT Head and CT Colonography examinations. We make every effort to support growth here at TRFT, looking at innovative ways to develop personally and professionally.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate good communication skills, professionalism and a flexible approach to work in order to deliver excellent patient care and provide an efficient service. The working day consists of a varied mix of inpatients and outpatients and excellent team work is vital in order to deliver this service.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.

All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.

Details

Date posted

16 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-24-05-114a

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


The Park Rehabilitation Centre

Badsley Moor Lane

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S65 2QL


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Person Specification

knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of training in all radiographic techniques
  • Knowledge of professional standards in keeping with professional registration (e.g. HCPC)
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills
  • Knowledge of radiation protection, IR(ME) R2017, IRR 17 and radiographic protocols
  • To be able to work without direct supervision
  • Maintain a high degree of professionalism

Experience

Desirable

  • Experience within CT
  • Must have relevant experience as a Radiographer

Registration

Essential

  • HCPC registration

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography
  • State Registration
  • Evidence of continual professional development

Desirable

  • Trained in I.V. Cannulation and to inject contrast media
  • Anaphylaxis Training
  • Post graduate education
  • Completed rotations in specialties and experience of audit/research
Person Specification

knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of training in all radiographic techniques
  • Knowledge of professional standards in keeping with professional registration (e.g. HCPC)
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills
  • Knowledge of radiation protection, IR(ME) R2017, IRR 17 and radiographic protocols
  • To be able to work without direct supervision
  • Maintain a high degree of professionalism

Experience

Desirable

  • Experience within CT
  • Must have relevant experience as a Radiographer

Registration

Essential

  • HCPC registration

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography
  • State Registration
  • Evidence of continual professional development

Desirable

  • Trained in I.V. Cannulation and to inject contrast media
  • Anaphylaxis Training
  • Post graduate education
  • Completed rotations in specialties and experience of audit/research

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

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matthew Beckett

matthew.beckett@nhs.net

01709424453

Details

Date posted

16 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-24-05-114a

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


The Park Rehabilitation Centre

Badsley Moor Lane

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S65 2QL


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