Job summary
This post is essential to ensure the correct skill mix for Xray and mammography and CT procedures and staff training and support is in place. We need these post filled to ensure clinical shifts are met, junior staff are supported and seniority during all ext day shifts and sat working . The continuing increased activity in breast and CT This is to ensure targets are met and clinical urgent and follow up imaging can be met by skilled staff and the efficiency of the Xray / mammo/ CT service is able to continue. It is essential we have a full complement of staff to cover our service provision in Sutton to meet all the KPIs .
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have post registration experience, a BSc in Radiography or equivalent, be HCPC state registered and hold the Post Graduate Certificate of Competence in Mammography.The post holder will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of an efficient and effective Diagnostic Imaging Service. She will liaise with the clinicians in charge of a patient, with ward and other departmental staff within the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will be required to work in the Rapid Diagnostic Assessment Centre (RDAC) ,the X-ray and CT department.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
To provide a high quality diagnostic imaging service. To comply with accurate patient identification procedures. To perform imaging examinations within The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) and Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)R) guidelines while adhering to local radiation protection guidelines. To give advice to patients and clinicians regarding the preparation required for specialised imaging examinations and to gain verbal/written consent from patients undergoing imaging examinations/intravenous contrast administration. To have a good knowledge of and be able to apply responsibly departmental wound management techniques for post interventional procedures and to give advice on aftercare. To accurately record/retrieve data on patients allergy status with particular reference to intravenous contrast. To communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and their escorts prior to, during and after an examination or interventional procedure. In particular to be sensitive to their fears/anxiety regarding an interventional procedure such as a biopsy and help the patient to overcome these so that the procedure may be performed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
To provide a high quality diagnostic imaging service. To comply with accurate patient identification procedures. To perform imaging examinations within The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) and Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)R) guidelines while adhering to local radiation protection guidelines. To give advice to patients and clinicians regarding the preparation required for specialised imaging examinations and to gain verbal/written consent from patients undergoing imaging examinations/intravenous contrast administration. To have a good knowledge of and be able to apply responsibly departmental wound management techniques for post interventional procedures and to give advice on aftercare. To accurately record/retrieve data on patients allergy status with particular reference to intravenous contrast. To communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and their escorts prior to, during and after an examination or interventional procedure. In particular to be sensitive to their fears/anxiety regarding an interventional procedure such as a biopsy and help the patient to overcome these so that the procedure may be performed.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- State registration
- DCR/BSc in Radiography
- Post graduate experience in Mammography/X-Ray
- Post Graduate certificate in Mammography
Desirable
- Cannulation certificate or Completed workbook
- Post graduate experience in CT
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of good organisation and communication
- Evidence of leadership and team building
Desirable
- Experience in supervision of diagnostic radiographer staff in Mammography/X-Ray
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Ability to express themselves clearl
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Ability to use word processing software and IT systems
- Evidence of working within a team
Other Requirements
Essential
- Evidence of personal development, enthusiasm and initiative.
- Evidence of CPD in Mammography/X-Ray/CT
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- State registration
- DCR/BSc in Radiography
- Post graduate experience in Mammography/X-Ray
- Post Graduate certificate in Mammography
Desirable
- Cannulation certificate or Completed workbook
- Post graduate experience in CT
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of good organisation and communication
- Evidence of leadership and team building
Desirable
- Experience in supervision of diagnostic radiographer staff in Mammography/X-Ray
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Ability to express themselves clearl
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Ability to use word processing software and IT systems
- Evidence of working within a team
Other Requirements
Essential
- Evidence of personal development, enthusiasm and initiative.
- Evidence of CPD in Mammography/X-Ray/CT
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
