Job summary
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Main duties of the job
The duties and responsibilities of the post holder require service delivery in a wide range of clinical environments as well as to a diversity of patient presentations and will involve lone working in particular areas or specialities and at particular times. The service is delivered on a shift basis, working 7:45am - 8pm 7 days a week. The post is a rotational radiographer post. Rotating through CT, MRI and x-ray, both static and mobile units.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found athttps://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found athttps://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425.
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- DCR (R) or BSc Diagnostic Radiography
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- IV Cannulation Certificate
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post qualification experience
- Knowledge and experience with NHS Targets and Care pathways
- Experience in specialised imaging techniques such as CT, Interventional Radiology/Cardiology
- Experience using PACS and RIS and an understanding of its significance for good service management and patient care
- Experience dealing with a diverse range of patient presentations
Desirable
- Experience of performing Quality Assurance tests and management of a robust QA program
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work independently and also within a team
- Ability to prioritise and organise demands and multi-task.
- Willing to take direction and learn from more experienced colleagues
- IV Cannulation experience and administration of Contrast
Desirable
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of cross sectional anatomy
Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential
- Keen interest and understanding of a range of current and future imaging techniques and practices
- Demonstrate a respect for and commitment to patient care and safety
- A commitment to CPD
- Supportive of and adherence management protocols, policies and operational change
- Ability to liaise with patients and their relatives or carers using empathy and tact
- Ability to approach disputes and disagreements in a calm and objective manner
Others
Essential
- Good time keeping skills
- Clear and appropriate communication skills
- Tolerance of a wide range of patients and colleagues
- Presents self as an outstanding representative of both the Royal Free London Trust and the radiographic profession
Desirable
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- DCR (R) or BSc Diagnostic Radiography
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- IV Cannulation Certificate
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post qualification experience
- Knowledge and experience with NHS Targets and Care pathways
- Experience in specialised imaging techniques such as CT, Interventional Radiology/Cardiology
- Experience using PACS and RIS and an understanding of its significance for good service management and patient care
- Experience dealing with a diverse range of patient presentations
Desirable
- Experience of performing Quality Assurance tests and management of a robust QA program
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work independently and also within a team
- Ability to prioritise and organise demands and multi-task.
- Willing to take direction and learn from more experienced colleagues
- IV Cannulation experience and administration of Contrast
Desirable
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of cross sectional anatomy
Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential
- Keen interest and understanding of a range of current and future imaging techniques and practices
- Demonstrate a respect for and commitment to patient care and safety
- A commitment to CPD
- Supportive of and adherence management protocols, policies and operational change
- Ability to liaise with patients and their relatives or carers using empathy and tact
- Ability to approach disputes and disagreements in a calm and objective manner
Others
Essential
- Good time keeping skills
- Clear and appropriate communication skills
- Tolerance of a wide range of patients and colleagues
- Presents self as an outstanding representative of both the Royal Free London Trust and the radiographic profession
Desirable
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).
