Job summary
- The post holder will be an experienced radiographer, able to assess and treat own workload of patients/clients and to ensure provision of the highest standards of patient care. Including the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode.
- They will be able to consult with senior staff as and when necessary, and will be accountable for their own professional actions. They will assess, manage and prioritise the caseload of the department, giving advice and guidance to patients and other health care professionals.
- The post holder will lead on the supervision and teaching of Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and Student Radiographers as appropriate.
- The post holder will assist in the timely, efficient and cost effective management and operation of the plain film radiographic service, including theatres and mobiles.
- They will ensure the provision of the highest standards of patient care, and will be actively involved in daily operation of the Department, across all three south sites (PRUH, Orpington and Beckenham Beacon). This person will be working closely within a multidisciplinary team, deputising for the Modality Superintendent Radiographer in their absence.
For further details please see attached Job Description
Main duties of the job
- Act as an Operator under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination.
- Act as patient and staff advocate, minimising their exposure to radiation.
- Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs.
- Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies. Ensure that the Trust A&E Targets are met, particularly during out of hours duties.
- Accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelines
- Apply in-depth knowledge of anatomy, pathology and equipment (scanners etc.) to determine appropriate imaging techniques for the individual patient condition.
- Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of complex, high capital cost specialist imaging equipment
For further details please see Job Description
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Act as an Operator under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination.
- Act as patient and staff advocate, minimising their exposure to radiation.
- Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs.
- Perform extended day duties (not overnight), leading the General and ED Radiography on-call service for both Accident and Emergency and in-patients requiring emergency special examination cover.
- Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies. Ensure that the Trust A&E Targets are met, particularly during out of hours duties.
- Accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelines
- Apply in-depth knowledge of anatomy, pathology and equipment (scanners etc.) to determine appropriate imaging techniques for the individual patient condition.
- Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of complex, high capital cost specialist imaging equipment
- Be responsible for ensuring the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode. Ensure timely provision of images to referrers.
- Participate in multiple site rotation as and when necessary.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Act as an Operator under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination.
- Act as patient and staff advocate, minimising their exposure to radiation.
- Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs.
- Perform extended day duties (not overnight), leading the General and ED Radiography on-call service for both Accident and Emergency and in-patients requiring emergency special examination cover.
- Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies. Ensure that the Trust A&E Targets are met, particularly during out of hours duties.
- Accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelines
- Apply in-depth knowledge of anatomy, pathology and equipment (scanners etc.) to determine appropriate imaging techniques for the individual patient condition.
- Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of complex, high capital cost specialist imaging equipment
- Be responsible for ensuring the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode. Ensure timely provision of images to referrers.
- Participate in multiple site rotation as and when necessary.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiography (or equivalent).
- Health Professions Council (HPC) Registration.
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification in Musculoskeletal or Chest Reporting.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstration of competence in general, mobile and theatre equipment.
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
- Experience in supervision and training of less experienced radiographers, students and departmental staff.
- To be able to operate VDU equipment in both image acquisition and data management.
Skills
Essential
- An effective communicator, with good oral presentation and interpersonal skills
- Flexible approach to working practice, evidence of responding to service needs.
- Able to organise and prioritise workload.
- Able to think logically, independently and solve problems.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Radiography (or equivalent).
- Health Professions Council (HPC) Registration.
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification in Musculoskeletal or Chest Reporting.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstration of competence in general, mobile and theatre equipment.
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
- Experience in supervision and training of less experienced radiographers, students and departmental staff.
- To be able to operate VDU equipment in both image acquisition and data management.
Skills
Essential
- An effective communicator, with good oral presentation and interpersonal skills
- Flexible approach to working practice, evidence of responding to service needs.
- Able to organise and prioritise workload.
- Able to think logically, independently and solve problems.
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).
