Job summary
***********THIS JOB WOULD BE AN IDEAL DIRECT ENTRY POINT TO CT FOR NEW GRADUATES QUALIFYING IN 2024************
We are looking for radiographers who put the patient at the centre of their practice, who also have a keen interest in CT. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a keen interest in CT and ideally possess skills in intravenous contrast administration. However, applications will be considered from radiographers keen to move into CT without previous experience and the department does have a full training and mentoring program. You will be a valuable member of a team of specialist radiographers delivering a quality led, caring and timely CT service. The CT department aims to provide a supportive environment with a focus on patient care, safe and quality practice, and staff well-being. This role would be a perfect stepping stone in to CT for a newly qualified radiographer or a radiographer with minimal CT experience.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
Successful candidates will work on our six GE CT scanners including the GE Revolution apex (Cardiac scanner) and GE Revolution (ED Trauma scanner).
As both a district general and regional tertiary service provider the successful candidate will be exposed to a huge variety of CT scan techniques including trauma, cardiac, colons, interventional, oncology, vascular, MSK and neuro CT. We are the region's major trauma centre and stroke referral centre.
CT radiographers perform i.v. injections and you will be trained to do this if not already competent.
There is a CPD calendar with active participation from imaging staff and we support and encourage radiographers in their career development. We have 5 CT radiographers undertaking independent CT head reporting. and 2 radiographer running independent cardiac lists. Currently we are also training radiographers in head and colon reporting and support career development through the appraisal process.
The department takes student radiographers from Exeter University and Plymouth University, and is a training site for Radiologists, meaning that teaching is a core part of the CT Radiographers role
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of the practitioners professional activities, according to the code of professional conduct for radiographers.
Develop specialist CT radiography skills and commit to providing a service to the CT department.
To be able to undertake all basic CT techniques and modify those techniques when and where appropriate, taking into account the patients condition.
To produce images to an optimum diagnostic quality in order to ensure radiological interpretation is possible, ensuring that this example is passed onto all colleagues.
To use clinical expertise and underpinning knowledge to determine the degree of clinical urgency for reporting.
To use patient examination skills to determine the appropriateness of examination requested and to be able to analyse and make a judgement in difficult clinical situations e.g. whether the patient needs immediate referral or treatment.
To plan and prioritise own patient workload and departmental workload.
To comply with Trust policies for Infection Control, ensuring safe treatment of all patients and to reduce the risk of hospital acquired infection.
To be flexible in respect to working arrangements including supporting the out of hours service, to ensure the needs of the service are met.
To engender a culture of lifelong learning to support undergraduate students during clinical placements.
To adhere to all departmental policies and to be able to comment on their relevance to current working practice and be proactive in the development of working practice.
To ensure the safe handling of equipment and be responsible for the current working area.
To participate in departmental audit to enable implementation of evidenced based working practice. To develop and implement new protocols and working practice as a result of audit.
To possess initiative, developed judgement and decision making skills.
For further details please see attached JD&PS
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of the practitioners professional activities, according to the code of professional conduct for radiographers.
Develop specialist CT radiography skills and commit to providing a service to the CT department.
To be able to undertake all basic CT techniques and modify those techniques when and where appropriate, taking into account the patients condition.
To produce images to an optimum diagnostic quality in order to ensure radiological interpretation is possible, ensuring that this example is passed onto all colleagues.
To use clinical expertise and underpinning knowledge to determine the degree of clinical urgency for reporting.
To use patient examination skills to determine the appropriateness of examination requested and to be able to analyse and make a judgement in difficult clinical situations e.g. whether the patient needs immediate referral or treatment.
To plan and prioritise own patient workload and departmental workload.
To comply with Trust policies for Infection Control, ensuring safe treatment of all patients and to reduce the risk of hospital acquired infection.
To be flexible in respect to working arrangements including supporting the out of hours service, to ensure the needs of the service are met.
To engender a culture of lifelong learning to support undergraduate students during clinical placements.
To adhere to all departmental policies and to be able to comment on their relevance to current working practice and be proactive in the development of working practice.
To ensure the safe handling of equipment and be responsible for the current working area.
To participate in departmental audit to enable implementation of evidenced based working practice. To develop and implement new protocols and working practice as a result of audit.
To possess initiative, developed judgement and decision making skills.
For further details please see attached JD&PS
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- UK HCPC Registration
- Diagnostic radiography BSc or equivalent
Desirable
- Demonstrable post registration CT experience
- Awareness of NHS Policies and documents
- Proven knowledge or use of PACS
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Certificate in IV Cannulation or willingness to obtain once appointed
- Current HPC registration
Desirable
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
- Ability to prioritise workload
Desirable
- Ability to interpret the Trust's policy on Violence and Aggression in order to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- UK HCPC Registration
- Diagnostic radiography BSc or equivalent
Desirable
- Demonstrable post registration CT experience
- Awareness of NHS Policies and documents
- Proven knowledge or use of PACS
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
- Certificate in IV Cannulation or willingness to obtain once appointed
- Current HPC registration
Desirable
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
- Ability to prioritise workload
Desirable
- Ability to interpret the Trust's policy on Violence and Aggression in order to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues.
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).
