Job summary
The CT scanning department at the world renown Addenbrooke's Hospital (Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) is recruiting for a motivated Radiographer who wants to further their career as a permanent Band 7 CT Senior Radiographer.
You will be required to carry out a wide range of CT examinations, working as part of our motivated and enthusiastic CT team and as part of the multi-disciplinary team across the Trust. The role will also involve daily coordination of the CUH workflow and protocolling Inpatient and Outpatient requests, supervision of junior staff and administrative responsibilities.
You will be required to rotate around all scanning locations and participate in the out of hours service provision.
You will have DCR (R) or a BSc in Diagnostic Radiography and proven participation in CPD and must have current HCPC Registration. Experience in cross-sectional imaging is essential; full and comprehensive training will be provided.
Main duties of the job
- CT Scanning Radiographer, producing high quality CT scans in line with local protocol.
- To work effectively within our multi-disciplinary team.
- Provide an excellent service to our patients.
- To carry out administrative work as required on instruction from the CT Manager.
- To include rotation around our multi / off site scanners.
- Carry out duties such as the coordination of the department and justification of scans.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The CT Scanning department at CUH undertakes a wide range of scanning techniques, some of which are not performed anywhere else in the country and in some research instances the world. Due to our close links to the University of Cambridge and the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, we can offer the opportunity to work with the most up to date technology and imaging protocols and be at the forefront of new research and development of new techniques.
We currently have five CT scanners located on the Cambridge University Hospitals site and one scanner located at a local GP practice and we expect to have a seventh scanner up and running by mid 2024. This will be a Community Diagnostic Centre located in Ely as part of the Government's drive for Community based imaging away from the acute setting.
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
The advert will close at midnight on 23 January 2024.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The CT Scanning department at CUH undertakes a wide range of scanning techniques, some of which are not performed anywhere else in the country and in some research instances the world. Due to our close links to the University of Cambridge and the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, we can offer the opportunity to work with the most up to date technology and imaging protocols and be at the forefront of new research and development of new techniques.
We currently have five CT scanners located on the Cambridge University Hospitals site and one scanner located at a local GP practice and we expect to have a seventh scanner up and running by mid 2024. This will be a Community Diagnostic Centre located in Ely as part of the Government's drive for Community based imaging away from the acute setting.
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
The advert will close at midnight on 23 January 2024.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR (R) of BSc in Diagnostic Radiography
- Evidence of CPD
- Current HCPC registration
Desirable
- Further relevant qualifications
- IV cannulation qualification
Experience
Essential
- In depth experience in all general radiographic modalities since graduation
- Proven experience in CT scanning
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of CT technologies and their applications
- Open to the acquisition of new knowledge
Desirable
- Working knowledge of PACS
- Working knowledge of audit, research and how it relates to service improvement
- Working knowledge of eHospital / Radiant
Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead a team and work as an effective member of that team
- Exceptional communication skills towards all encountered
- Good organisational skills
- Compassionate towards colleges and patients
- Basic computer literacy
- Open to the acquisition of new skills
Desirable
- Demonstrable organisational skills
- Demonstrable leadership skills
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
- Prepared to work contracted hours flexibly within a shift system
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR (R) of BSc in Diagnostic Radiography
- Evidence of CPD
- Current HCPC registration
Desirable
- Further relevant qualifications
- IV cannulation qualification
Experience
Essential
- In depth experience in all general radiographic modalities since graduation
- Proven experience in CT scanning
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of CT technologies and their applications
- Open to the acquisition of new knowledge
Desirable
- Working knowledge of PACS
- Working knowledge of audit, research and how it relates to service improvement
- Working knowledge of eHospital / Radiant
Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead a team and work as an effective member of that team
- Exceptional communication skills towards all encountered
- Good organisational skills
- Compassionate towards colleges and patients
- Basic computer literacy
- Open to the acquisition of new skills
Desirable
- Demonstrable organisational skills
- Demonstrable leadership skills
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
- Prepared to work contracted hours flexibly within a shift system
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).