Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen to join this well established, friendly, hardworking team of over 60 Radiographers working within the Cross-Sectional Imaging Department at the Trust. Due to continued service expansion we are seeking enthusiastic, talented Band 5 radiographers who would like to progress to a Band 6 role in Cross-sectional Imaging. We would help the right candidate to develop their skills with appropriate support to become competent in CT, MRI and Neuro Interventional Angiography. We will ensure all competencies are met prior to working as a specialist Radiographer. Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site and the hours are as advertised. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE TEAM We operate 24/7 providing services to some 1.9 million people living in Southampton and south Hampshire, plus specialist services such as neurosciences, cardiac services and children's intensive care to more than 3.7 million people in central southern England and the Channel Islands. Within Cross-sectional imaging we have the following equipment installed: - 2 Siemens Sola 1.5T MRI scanners 1 Siemens Aera 1.5T MRI scanners 1 Siemens Vida 3T MRI scanners 1 Siemens Skyra 3T MRI scanners 2 Siemens Definition Edge Plus dual energy CT scanners 2 Siemens Definition Edge dual energy CT scanners 1 Siemens Drive Dual Source CT scanner GE Revolution GSI CT and GE Discovery HD CT Siemens Go Top CT on our own Mobile unit Siemens Artis Zee Bi-plane Neuro-Interventional Angiography suite Siemens Artis Zee Single plane Neuro-Interventional Angiography Suite Expecting further CT scanners later in the year. We work in partnership with a Siemens managed equipment service ensuring our equipment is well maintained, up to date and state of the art. WHAT YOULL DO The successful post holder will develop to become a key member of the Cross-sectional team with a high level of competence in specialist modalities of MRI, CT scanning and Neuro Interventional Angiography. You will be working on the Southampton General site and as part of a rotation off site in the Southampton city area CT scanning as part of the targeted lung health check screening service and our Community Diagnostic Centre at Royal South Hants. Our supportive team of Superintendents and Radiologists lead our Imaging services with an open and inclusive approach. WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR You must be able to demonstrate good communication skills, enthusiasm, professionalism and a flexible approach to working to ensure the delivery of a safe, efficient and effective service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE TEAM We operate 24/7 providing services to some 1.9 million people living in Southampton and south Hampshire, plus specialist services such as neurosciences, cardiac services and children's intensive care to more than 3.7 million people in central southern England and the Channel Islands. Within Cross-sectional imaging we have the following equipment installed: - 2 Siemens Sola 1.5T MRI scanners 1 Siemens Aera 1.5T MRI scanners 1 Siemens Vida 3T MRI scanners 1 Siemens Skyra 3T MRI scanners 2 Siemens Definition Edge Plus dual energy CT scanners 2 Siemens Definition Edge dual energy CT scanners 1 Siemens Drive Dual Source CT scanner GE Revolution GSI CT and GE Discovery HD CT Siemens Go Top CT on our own Mobile unit Siemens Artis Zee Bi-plane Neuro-Interventional Angiography suite Siemens Artis Zee Single plane Neuro-Interventional Angiography Suite Expecting further CT scanners later in the year. We work in partnership with a Siemens managed equipment service ensuring our equipment is well maintained, up to date and state of the art. WHAT YOULL DO The successful post holder will develop to become a key member of the Cross-sectional team with a high level of competence in specialist modalities of MRI, CT scanning and Neuro Interventional Angiography. You will be working on the Southampton General site and as part of a rotation off site in the Southampton city area CT scanning as part of the targeted lung health check screening service and our Community Diagnostic Centre at Royal South Hants. Our supportive team of Superintendents and Radiologists lead our Imaging services with an open and inclusive approach. WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR You must be able to demonstrate good communication skills, enthusiasm, professionalism and a flexible approach to working to ensure the delivery of a safe, efficient and effective service.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft Office skills
- Working under pressure
- Teamwork
Qualifications, knowledge, and experience
Essential
- Previous imaging experience within specialist area
- Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualification
- Current HCPC registration or pending within 6 months
- Evidence of personal and professional development
- Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance including H&S, COSHH, Manual Handling and MHRA
- Ability to understand, interpret and communicate complex information
- Evidence of teamwork
- Capable of attaining relevant specialist competencies within agreed timeframe
- Ability to understand, interpret and communicate complex information
Desirable
- Evidence of post graduate imaging experience within specialist area.
- Post graduate certificate or relevant experience in an area of clinical specialism and/or management
- Experience of teaching, mentoring, or supporting colleagues training and development
- Experience working in the NHS
- Evidence of audit and R&D
- Evidence of leadership experience
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft Office skills
- Working under pressure
- Teamwork
Qualifications, knowledge, and experience
Essential
- Previous imaging experience within specialist area
- Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualification
- Current HCPC registration or pending within 6 months
- Evidence of personal and professional development
- Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance including H&S, COSHH, Manual Handling and MHRA
- Ability to understand, interpret and communicate complex information
- Evidence of teamwork
- Capable of attaining relevant specialist competencies within agreed timeframe
- Ability to understand, interpret and communicate complex information
Desirable
- Evidence of post graduate imaging experience within specialist area.
- Post graduate certificate or relevant experience in an area of clinical specialism and/or management
- Experience of teaching, mentoring, or supporting colleagues training and development
- Experience working in the NHS
- Evidence of audit and R&D
- Evidence of leadership experience
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).
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).
