Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 7 Team Leader Radiographer in the General Imaging Department.
This is open to all Band 6 Radiographers.
The post holder will be based in the plain film imaging department and will be able to work clinically across all modalities and equipment in the general imaging department. The post will also involve supporting the day to day running of the department, along with management duties where required.
You will be expected to assess daily workloads and capacity to ensure efficient running of the plain film imaging department to provide a prompt service to all patients and service users.
You should explore creative approaches to professional development in order to meet your individual learning needs, and make full use of learning resources available to you.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for daily adjustments and amendments to the weekly room rota to ensure safe staffing levels in the clinical areas at all times, assessment of workflow though the department taking into account capacity and demand, management of stock levels, ensuring the equipment is fully functioning and producing optimal image quality by making sure regular QA checks are performed, supporting colleagues of all levels in their daily learning and development and carrying out annual practice based competencies as well as appraisals.
You will also be responsible for welcoming new starters to the team and supporting them through their local induction programme, initial assessments and equipment competencies.
The post holder will apply their clinical expertise, knowledge and associated skills to support all staff in the continuous improvement of practice and enhancing patient care within the General Imaging department.
About us
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values:
Compassion
Respect
Integrity
Courageous
Accountable
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work as a specialist Radiographer in the main Radiology Department undertaking both clinical and supervisory duties and will be responsible to the Lead Radiographer and the Head of Radiology. Duties will include the following:
- Undertaking clinical work to include 9am-5pm Monday to Friday primarily, but having a flexible approach to participation in the 24/7 clinical service.
- Working closely with the Lead Radiographer to ensure adherence at all times to IR(ME)R employers procedures by both self and the wider radiographic team
- Responsibility for the day-to-day organisation and management of the clinical service which will include the supervision and organisation of band 6 / 5 radiographers and support staff.
- Responsibility for ensuring a high quality Imaging service is delivered to all patient
- Working closely with the Lead Radiographer undertaking a range of delegated managerial tasks supporting the ongoing management of the general imaging service and provision of a 24/7 service.
- Working closely with the Lead Radiographer undertaking a range of delegated managerial tasks supporting the improvement of quality and risk awareness in the team, along with handling conflict and complaints when the need arises.
- Support the Lead Radiographer in dealing with Datix.
- Supervise, support and assist students and junior radiographers in service delivery and personal development.
Full details can be found in the attached documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work as a specialist Radiographer in the main Radiology Department undertaking both clinical and supervisory duties and will be responsible to the Lead Radiographer and the Head of Radiology. Duties will include the following:
- Undertaking clinical work to include 9am-5pm Monday to Friday primarily, but having a flexible approach to participation in the 24/7 clinical service.
- Working closely with the Lead Radiographer to ensure adherence at all times to IR(ME)R employers procedures by both self and the wider radiographic team
- Responsibility for the day-to-day organisation and management of the clinical service which will include the supervision and organisation of band 6 / 5 radiographers and support staff.
- Responsibility for ensuring a high quality Imaging service is delivered to all patient
- Working closely with the Lead Radiographer undertaking a range of delegated managerial tasks supporting the ongoing management of the general imaging service and provision of a 24/7 service.
- Working closely with the Lead Radiographer undertaking a range of delegated managerial tasks supporting the improvement of quality and risk awareness in the team, along with handling conflict and complaints when the need arises.
- Support the Lead Radiographer in dealing with Datix.
- Supervise, support and assist students and junior radiographers in service delivery and personal development.
Full details can be found in the attached documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Radiography or equivalent
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- 2 years experience as a senior radiographer
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable evidence of leadership and supervisory experience
- Experience in producing and developing staff rosters
- Minimum 2 years post qualification experience
Desirable
- Experience in undertaking extended role in any relevent area
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Radiography or equivalent
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- 2 years experience as a senior radiographer
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable evidence of leadership and supervisory experience
- Experience in producing and developing staff rosters
- Minimum 2 years post qualification experience
Desirable
- Experience in undertaking extended role in any relevent area
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).
