Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to join our team as a Band 6 Specialist Cardiac radiographer within Cardiology & X-ray (Plain Film) imaging. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic HCPC registered radiographer to join our dynamic imaging team at UHPT. Applications are welcomed from radiographers with proven experience within an acute care setting, demonstrating a sound clinical knowledge of diagnostic radiography from within the UK and the NHS in general. Previous demonstrable experience of working within a Cardiac Catheter Laboratory in the NHS & UK and participation in a 24/7 on call service is highly desirable.
Within this role you will be expected to work within a multi-disciplinary team to support the diverse range of cardiac procedures and therapies offered at the South West Cardio-Thoracic Centre (SWCC), the Tertiary Unit for the South West.
The department is currently undergoing refurbishment with the intention of having 3 Philips Azurion 7 Cardiac Imaging Systems installed by the end of Sept 2026. There will be a rotation into the general x-ray department & an on-call commitment associated with the specialty. Currently, there are weekend ACS lists with the future possibility of extended days.
Recent collaboration with Cardiology has enabled suitably motivated cardiac radiographers to study at post graduate level in Echocardiography with a view to career progression and possible reporting opportunities at Band 7 level.
Main duties of the job
***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.***
As a senior radiographer you would be expected to provide clinical excellence and assist with the day-to-day organisation of the clinical area providing effective and efficient co-operation with the multi-disciplinary team.
The service hosts undergraduate radiographers on placement from the University of Exeter and the University of Plymouth as well as training apprentice radiographers, so you will be expected to be actively involved in their training and supervision as part of your role, whilst supporting the wider team. All candidates must be enthusiastic about teaching and supporting learners in the clinical environment.
This position carries a commitment to Agenda for Change compliant 7 day working at Derriford Hospital and you will be expected to work flexible hours across the week.
If you would like further details about this post or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Adrian Cann, Lead Cardiac Radiographer on 01752 431113 or Jeanette Owen, X-ray (Plain Film) Service Lead Radiographer on 01752 432469.
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
- Contribute to the day to day running of the specialist area and modality by planning, organising and prioritising the workload thus ensuring an efficient and effective throughput of patients.
Take a lead role in the Cardiac Team, when required and when appropriate, during periods of absence of the area lead radiographer.
- Respond to the changing needs of the service daily by providing a flexible approach to the working day, thus maintaining the existing excellent standard of service and the continuing promotion of good working relationships. The work pattern will be unpredictable due to frequent interruptions and problem solving. Concentration will need to be maintained for long periods when operating equipment etc.
- Interpret and follow local and Trust Policies and Procedures, following accepted protocols and professional codes of conduct to manage own and departmental workload. Be able to manage the pressures of accommodating emergency work in addition to planned sessions.
- Support and enhance the continual quality initiative and ensure a quality first approach to all aspects of work despite the pressures of time and volume of workload.
- Be responsible for evaluating and maintaining the standard of work produced in your area ensuring it is of a high quality and taking corrective action where there may be problems
- Be able to assess when guidance and support is required in a particular situation.
- Be responsible for the safe use of expensive, highly complex and specialist equipment.
Ensure that equipment faults are reported, following this up where equipment is out of use to ensure it is repaired in a timely manner. Liaising with medical physics experts as appropriate thus ensuring that equipment is safe to use for both staff and patients.
- Be responsible for informing modality leads, clinical and non-clinical staff, and any patients affected by any equipment faults, and ensure that the equipment is safe to use for both staff and patients.
For further details please see the attached JD & PS
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Contribute to the day to day running of the specialist area and modality by planning, organising and prioritising the workload thus ensuring an efficient and effective throughput of patients.
Take a lead role in the Cardiac Team, when required and when appropriate, during periods of absence of the area lead radiographer.
- Respond to the changing needs of the service daily by providing a flexible approach to the working day, thus maintaining the existing excellent standard of service and the continuing promotion of good working relationships. The work pattern will be unpredictable due to frequent interruptions and problem solving. Concentration will need to be maintained for long periods when operating equipment etc.
- Interpret and follow local and Trust Policies and Procedures, following accepted protocols and professional codes of conduct to manage own and departmental workload. Be able to manage the pressures of accommodating emergency work in addition to planned sessions.
- Support and enhance the continual quality initiative and ensure a quality first approach to all aspects of work despite the pressures of time and volume of workload.
- Be responsible for evaluating and maintaining the standard of work produced in your area ensuring it is of a high quality and taking corrective action where there may be problems
- Be able to assess when guidance and support is required in a particular situation.
- Be responsible for the safe use of expensive, highly complex and specialist equipment.
Ensure that equipment faults are reported, following this up where equipment is out of use to ensure it is repaired in a timely manner. Liaising with medical physics experts as appropriate thus ensuring that equipment is safe to use for both staff and patients.
- Be responsible for informing modality leads, clinical and non-clinical staff, and any patients affected by any equipment faults, and ensure that the equipment is safe to use for both staff and patients.
For further details please see the attached JD & PS
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- oDemonstrable post graduate experience and proven knowledge of radiography.
- oMust have demonstrated an aptitude in, or sustained interest in clinical education.
- oProven knowledge and demonstrable experience of mentorship or practice assessment, education and development.
Desirable
- oProven awareness of NHS policies and documents
- oDemonstrable experience of planning and organising complex activities requiring the formulation and adjustment of plans.
Qualifications
Essential
- oCurrent HCPC registration
- oBSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
Desirable
- oStudent assessor qualification/training.
- oPost graduate qualification linked to your specialist area, or willingness to obtain one.
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- oAbility to accurately position patients thus ensuring a good radiographic technique.
- oAble to communicate effectively at different levels of an organisation in both verbal and written form, whilst demonstrating fluency, clarity and effectiveness.
- oGood organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
Desirable
- oAbility to interpret the Trust's policy on Violence and Aggression in order to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues.
- oExcellent research and audit skills
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- oDemonstrable post graduate experience and proven knowledge of radiography.
- oMust have demonstrated an aptitude in, or sustained interest in clinical education.
- oProven knowledge and demonstrable experience of mentorship or practice assessment, education and development.
Desirable
- oProven awareness of NHS policies and documents
- oDemonstrable experience of planning and organising complex activities requiring the formulation and adjustment of plans.
Qualifications
Essential
- oCurrent HCPC registration
- oBSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
Desirable
- oStudent assessor qualification/training.
- oPost graduate qualification linked to your specialist area, or willingness to obtain one.
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- oAbility to accurately position patients thus ensuring a good radiographic technique.
- oAble to communicate effectively at different levels of an organisation in both verbal and written form, whilst demonstrating fluency, clarity and effectiveness.
- oGood organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
Desirable
- oAbility to interpret the Trust's policy on Violence and Aggression in order to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues.
- oExcellent research and audit skills
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Cardiac Catheter Laboratories, South West Cardiothoracic Unit, Level 6, Derriford Hospital
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
Employer's website
https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
