Job summary
We are a dynamic, growing, and enthusiastic paediatric team. Our goal is to provide patient-centred care and create a safe and enjoyable environment with gold standard imaging quality for all our paediatric patients.
The Leicester Royal Infirmary's Emergency Department features 3 Wireless DR rooms and 2 CT Scanners. Separate departments for in-patients, paediatrics, and out-patients are equipped with 6 Samsung DR units and Paediatric Fluoroscopy. The cardiac catheter lab state-of-the-art Philips equipment.
Paediatric Radiographers rotate through various paediatric areas based on an established roster, covering weekday shifts, weekends, Bank Holidays, and on-call duties in the Paediatric Cath Lab. This rotation includes plain film, Paediatric fluoroscopy, Cath lab, and dental radiography.
Our diverse and friendly Imaging team values good communication, teamwork, enthusiasm, and drive, embodying our Trust Values. Extensive paediatric interests and active participation in CPD are expected to develop skills in this specialty.
We support career progression in radiographic reporting, Advanced Practice, and roles like ultrasound and vascular access.
Depending on level of experience at entrance, the post-holder will initiate as a Band 5 or 6. Completion of a development package will qualify in gaining a Band 6 position if required.
HCPC registration and NHS experience are essential.
Due to the nature of the interview process, we cannot accommodate Skype/Teams/virtual interviews.
Main duties of the job
As a paediatric radiographer you will receive full training to work in the biplane paediatric cardiac catheter lab, rotation through plain film in our purpose built Emergency Department and our paediatric in-patient and out-patient departments. Also be able to performed Paediatric Flouroscopy. You will also have the opportunity to join our award winning Forensic Radiography service offering virtual autopsy should that be of interest to you.
Your working pattern will include participation on the 24 hour on-call rota for the cardiac catheter lab as well as weekend and public holiday shift working.
Excellent radiographic skills, leadership, teaching, coordination, organising skills. Ability to communicate and delegate appropriately.
About us
At the University Hospitals of Leicester we have an exciting vacancy for an ambitious and enthusiastic Paediatric Radiographer who shares our vision of becoming the best.
Located in the centre of England, UHL spans three hospital sites, employs around 14,500 staff and offers a range of acute and non-acute services. The brand new Children's Hospital is under construction at Leicester Royal Infirmary with phase 1 to completed in May 2021. This included services around the rapidly expanding East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre.
Job description
Job responsibilities
UHL is one of the largest Hospital Trusts in the country and treats over a million patients a year. It is based on three hospital sites and employs around 17000 staff. Leicester Royal Infirmary (LRI) is located close to the city centre The main speciality groupings at the LRI are Acute Medical, Surgery, Paediatrics (including cardiology), Cancer Services, Theatres & Critical Care, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Maxillo-facial surgery, Accident & Emergency and Orthopaedic Trauma.
We work with Samsung DR plain film units and we have state of the art Philips equipment installed in the cardiac catheter lab.
Within the imaging department we regularly support career progression in radiographic reporting/Advance Practice and other roles such as ultrasound and vascular access.
It is essential to be a good communicator and team player, enthusiastic about Paediatrics, driven, and embodying our Trust Values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
UHL is one of the largest Hospital Trusts in the country and treats over a million patients a year. It is based on three hospital sites and employs around 17000 staff. Leicester Royal Infirmary (LRI) is located close to the city centre The main speciality groupings at the LRI are Acute Medical, Surgery, Paediatrics (including cardiology), Cancer Services, Theatres & Critical Care, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Maxillo-facial surgery, Accident & Emergency and Orthopaedic Trauma.
We work with Samsung DR plain film units and we have state of the art Philips equipment installed in the cardiac catheter lab.
Within the imaging department we regularly support career progression in radiographic reporting/Advance Practice and other roles such as ultrasound and vascular access.
It is essential to be a good communicator and team player, enthusiastic about Paediatrics, driven, and embodying our Trust Values.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Radiographer - degree or equivalent
- Registered with HCPC
- Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
Desirable
- Post graduate qualifications, leadership, IV etc
- Children's Safeguarding level 3
Experience
Essential
- Good background in Plain Film & Theatre
- Sound knowledge of radiation protection legislation
- Supervisory experience
Desirable
- Previous senior experience
- Paediatric Experience
Communication & Relationship S
Essential
- Experience of teamworking
- Experience of co-ordinating an area
Desirable
- Undertaken appraisals with staff
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
- Participation in audit/project work
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Radiographer - degree or equivalent
- Registered with HCPC
- Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
Desirable
- Post graduate qualifications, leadership, IV etc
- Children's Safeguarding level 3
Experience
Essential
- Good background in Plain Film & Theatre
- Sound knowledge of radiation protection legislation
- Supervisory experience
Desirable
- Previous senior experience
- Paediatric Experience
Communication & Relationship S
Essential
- Experience of teamworking
- Experience of co-ordinating an area
Desirable
- Undertaken appraisals with staff
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
- Participation in audit/project work
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).
