Band 7- Interventional Lead Radiographer, Radiology
Job Description
Job summary
We are recruiting to a full-time band 7 Interventional Radiology Lead Radiographer.The successful post holder will work collaboratively with our interventional quadrumvirate; Fluoroscopy Lead Radiographer, Lead Consultant Radiologist and Divisional Matron.The working pattern will be a base level of Monday to Friday, will opportunities for evening and weekend work.Core hours would be based around a 0830-1700 or 0930-1800 pattern, depending on the successful candidate.
Main duties of the job
The duties and responsibilities of the post holder is to be an effective member of the Radiography team, providing a high standard of radiographic service to Radiologists and patients. They will be responsible for the needs of all patients attending the service. To provide management and leadership for the delivery of a high quality Radiology service at WGH The post holder will be an experienced and skilled Radiographer who will use their clinical knowledge and experience to inform the optimal delivery of the service. The post holder will be dynamic, innovative, forward thinking, and will contribute to service development. They will have responsibility to supervise junior staff and students including those radiographers during their training and newly qualified radiographers during their preceptorship period.They will have experience, competence and confidence in a wide range or fluoroscopy and interventional cases, including (but not limited to) independently managing the HSG and barium swallow pathways.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please [email protected] If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job responsibilities
The base site will be Watford General Hospital, from our brand new interventional radiology suite with 5 bed recovery space.
It is essential the post holder holds competencies and confidence in interventional procedures, with scope for HSGs and Ba Swallows.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- DCR(R) or BSc Radiography.
- Registration with the Health Care Professions Council.
- Evidence of post graduate study
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of adaptive techniques
- Aware of current trends relevant to the profession.
- Health & Safety Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of interventional cases and procedures.
- IRMER and IRR awareness.
Desirable
- Public sector / NHS knowledge.
- Emergency processes and resus protocols in the acute hospital setting.
Experience
Essential
- Experience across a range of modalities.
- Subject matter expert in Fluoroscopy and interventional radiology.
- Documented NHS competence for HSG examinations and Ba Swallows
Desirable
- Cross sectional imaging experience.
- Documented NHS competence for HSG examinations and Ba Swallows
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
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).
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Watford General Hospital
Watford General Hospital
watford
WD18 0HB
United Kingdom
