Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Band 7 Radiographer to join our group of lead radiographers here at the Luton and Dunstable Hospital radiology department.
Our team is made up of dynamic radiographers that ensure delivering a high standard of patient care is priority in everything we do. We also take pride in exhibiting good communication as we work closely with other inter-professionals to make certain that patients get the best experience whilst they are at the hospital.
As a Band 7 Lead Radiographer you will be required to demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to work well under managed pressure.
If also interested in working as a bank MRI radiographer please contact - Dario Prudencio, (MRI Modality Manager), Tel: 01582497299
Main duties of the job
To competently undertake imaging techniques, planning and prioritising own and section workload, utilising specialist skills. Maintain and ensure a high quality of work and complete consideration for the patient. To be a good example to and train radiographers, student radiographers and other health care workers and help them to develop into skilled considerate workers. To be responsible for a core aspect of the Imaging Department and act in an advisory role.
Please see attached JD documentation for more in-depth detail.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibility
- The Band 7 Lead Rotational Radiographer will be expected to work and efficiently lead in all areas of plain film at the Luton & Dunstable University Hospital.
- To show complete consideration for the patient inclusive of privacy and dignity. To assist patients to maintain their personal hygiene to include toileting and safe handling and disposal of body fluids.
- To advise and ensure correct physical and psychological preparation for imaging procedures. Communicate complex sensitive information overcoming barriers to understanding.
- To be responsible for patients during imaging examinations, and be able to adapt care dependent upon age, condition and clinical need, demonstrating empathy and reassurance. To use specialist skills when assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the patients condition. Safe handling and moving of patients utilising correct procedures and equipment when required.
- To exercise analytical and judgemental skills when communicating condition related information to patients, relatives, clinicians and other health care professions.
Training
- To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice.
- To supervise and participate in the practical training of students and radiographers. Act as student mentor. To encourage the personal development of staff in specialist area.
- To participate in the training and education of imaging assistants and other health care professionals.
- To organise and carry out tutorials and training in specialist area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibility
- The Band 7 Lead Rotational Radiographer will be expected to work and efficiently lead in all areas of plain film at the Luton & Dunstable University Hospital.
- To show complete consideration for the patient inclusive of privacy and dignity. To assist patients to maintain their personal hygiene to include toileting and safe handling and disposal of body fluids.
- To advise and ensure correct physical and psychological preparation for imaging procedures. Communicate complex sensitive information overcoming barriers to understanding.
- To be responsible for patients during imaging examinations, and be able to adapt care dependent upon age, condition and clinical need, demonstrating empathy and reassurance. To use specialist skills when assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the patients condition. Safe handling and moving of patients utilising correct procedures and equipment when required.
- To exercise analytical and judgemental skills when communicating condition related information to patients, relatives, clinicians and other health care professions.
Training
- To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice.
- To supervise and participate in the practical training of students and radiographers. Act as student mentor. To encourage the personal development of staff in specialist area.
- To participate in the training and education of imaging assistants and other health care professionals.
- To organise and carry out tutorials and training in specialist area.
Person Specification
Education & Professional Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Diagnostic Radiography
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- IV Cannulation Certificate
- Postgraduate training to P.G.Dip level
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Deal sensitively with patients from all cultural backgrounds
Desirable
- Management skills
- Extensive leadership skills
Experience
Essential
- Some experience in Interventional Radiology
- Extensive NHS senior radiographer experience in all areas of imaging
- Experience in working with CR/DR and 'Picture archive and communication system', (PACS)
Desirable
- Experience of cardiac imaging
- Previous team lead experience
Person Specification
Education & Professional Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Diagnostic Radiography
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- IV Cannulation Certificate
- Postgraduate training to P.G.Dip level
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Deal sensitively with patients from all cultural backgrounds
Desirable
- Management skills
- Extensive leadership skills
Experience
Essential
- Some experience in Interventional Radiology
- Extensive NHS senior radiographer experience in all areas of imaging
- Experience in working with CR/DR and 'Picture archive and communication system', (PACS)
Desirable
- Experience of cardiac imaging
- Previous team lead experience
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
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).
