Interventional X-Ray Radiographer

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Radiographer with an interest in Interventional Radiology and General Radiology to work within the Radiology Department at Liverpool University Hospital Foundation Trust (Royal Liverpool University Hospital site).

We are a busy department, based across two sites. Aintree University Hospital is the Trauma centre for the region; Royal Liverpool University Hospital is a centre for multiple specialist care pathways.

Our Interventional Radiology Department is large and undertakes specialised procedures, with a team consisting of Radiographers, Nurses, Support staff and Radiologists. We are also part of the Registrar teaching programme.

The Interventional Radiology and General Radiology areas both maintain an out of hours service.

The post is ideal for a suitably experienced professional to extend their skills and experience whilst working in a truly team-based environment. It is essential that you are able to work flexibly according to the needs of the service. The ability to multi-task in often demanding circumstances is a key attribute.

The intention for this role would be that it is based primarily within the IR department, supporting General X-ray as required. As our service expands, the option to specialise solely in Interventional Radiology may be explored.

Main duties of the job

The role requires working as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high quality imaging while ensuring Trust values are adhered to.

All Radiographic staff are responsible for reporting equipment faults and liaising with clinical teams where required. There are various roles shared out within the team including PPE audit, QA, day to day running of the department.

When working in general x-ray, candidates in this role may be required to support of Area Leads and take responsibility for the general department in their absence. They should also assist with & support development of Band 5 Radiographers ensuring compliance with department protocols and procedures.

The Interventional Department has 2 IR suites, 1 Ultrasound/multipurpose room and an Interventional CT scanner.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.

For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit their careers page.

Date posted

21 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

287-DSS-3-25

Job locations

Royal Liverpool University Hospitals

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Performance of clinical radiographic duties as delegated by the Area Lead in each section.2. Participation in the On-Call rota for Interventional Radiology.3. Participate in the radiographic rotation through General Xray and Interventional Radiology. This includes providing highly specialised services for other care groups as part of the Interventional Radiology team.4. Participation in the vetting of appropriate request forms and discussion with the medical team regarding appropriateness and urgency of examinations in association with the Area Lead in charge of the area.5. To participate in multi-disciplinary team working.6. To practice within the rules of the Health Care Professions Council

Please see job description and personal specification for full details.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description and personal specification for full details.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

Demonstrate commitment to task
Works on own initiative
Works as a team player

Skills

Essential

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritise
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to train/mentor staff
Good time management

Desirable

Audit
IT skills. Word processing, E-Mail and spread sheets

Knowledge

Essential

Understanding and Application of Healthcare governance

Qualifications

Essential

DCR or Degree in Radiography
HCPC Registration

Experience

Essential

Demonstrable experience in the supervision of radiographic staff

Desirable

Experience in Interventional theatre.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

Demonstrate commitment to task
Works on own initiative
Works as a team player

Skills

Essential

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritise
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to train/mentor staff
Good time management

Desirable

Audit
IT skills. Word processing, E-Mail and spread sheets

Knowledge

Essential

Understanding and Application of Healthcare governance

Qualifications

Essential

DCR or Degree in Radiography
HCPC Registration

Experience

Essential

Demonstrable experience in the supervision of radiographic staff

Desirable

Experience in Interventional theatre.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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