Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic permanent radiographer experienced in CT and MR to join our expanding Department of Radiology at the Conquest Hospital Hastings.
We have two CT scanners, an Aquilion ONE installed and Canon SP, with an additional SP being installed this summer. The department has 2 Siemens MRI scanners.
We work a combination of long days together with weekend duties. This is a general rotational post and there will be a CT on call commitment.
You must hold a UK recognised Radiographers Qualification (BSC Honours Diagnostic Radiographer / DCR or equivalent. UK Registration with the Health Professions Council (www.hpc-org.uk) must be obtained prior to commencement of employment.
Main duties of the job
Shift duties to provide a comprehensive 24 hour, 365 day a year service in Trauma and General Radiography are an essential part of this role. You should be able to work a variety of shifts in order to meet this commitment together with out of hours working.
The department is home to a Siemens Artis Zee Interventional Suite, Siemens Axiom Artis Cardiac, Siemens Artis Zee Multipurpose, Toshiba Aquilion SP and an Aquilion ONE CT Scanners, Agfa Automated DR600 X-ray, GE Senographe Pristina and two Siemens Aera 1.5 MRI Scanners.
The department actively supports internal training in speciality modalities to include Cardiac and Interventional Radiography, CT and MR scanning. External training is supported in Medical Ultrasound, Radiographer reporting and Mammography.
We are looking for Radiographers who have experience in CT and MRI, to work in both modalities and there will be a requirement to also work in the general department.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc(Hons) Diagnostic Radiography/DCR
- HPC Registration
- Evidence of recognised CT training
- Evidence of recognised MRI training
Desirable
- Post-graduate CT courses
- Lower/Middle management experience
- Evidence of Cardiac CT Experience or Training
Experience
Essential
- Significant CT MRI experience
- Staff and resource management experience
- Evidence of participation in all elements of Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Evidence of high level of commitment to CPD
- Evidence of supervisory experience within complex clinical imaging environment
- Evidence of staff training and mentoring
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Clinical supervision and mentoring
- Team leadership
- I.V.administration
- IR(ME)R 2000 and IRR 1999
- RIS/PACS systems awareness and literacy
- Proof of CPD
Desirable
- Principles and practice of Information Management
- Specialised IV administration for speciality, e.g. paediatric IV administration
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc(Hons) Diagnostic Radiography/DCR
- HPC Registration
- Evidence of recognised CT training
- Evidence of recognised MRI training
Desirable
- Post-graduate CT courses
- Lower/Middle management experience
- Evidence of Cardiac CT Experience or Training
Experience
Essential
- Significant CT MRI experience
- Staff and resource management experience
- Evidence of participation in all elements of Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Evidence of high level of commitment to CPD
- Evidence of supervisory experience within complex clinical imaging environment
- Evidence of staff training and mentoring
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Clinical supervision and mentoring
- Team leadership
- I.V.administration
- IR(ME)R 2000 and IRR 1999
- RIS/PACS systems awareness and literacy
- Proof of CPD
Desirable
- Principles and practice of Information Management
- Specialised IV administration for speciality, e.g. paediatric IV administration
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).
