Advanced Radiographer
2 days ago
London
The use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it, then they are required to declare this in their supporting statement.Job overviewThis is an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic radiographers to join our progressive, supportive and friendly department at a major teaching hospital, in the heart of Central London. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic senior radiographer with sophisticated communication skills and a patient-centred approach. You will need to have significant experience in CT scanning and extensive general radiographic experience. You are required to hold demonstrable teaching abilities as you will be working with under-graduates & junior staff and there is a wide range of clinical. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.The department is keen to facilitate continual professional development whilst working in a supportive and progressive team. All staff are actively supported in this area.The post holder would need participate in the Out of Hours Roster.The Radiology directorate is in the Imaging Division which also includes Nuclear Medicine. The Division is in Surgery and Cancer Board which is led by the Medical Director. Radiology services are provided at 5 sites across the UCLH campus. We provide CT, MRI, X-ray, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound and Interventional Radiology services. Main duties of the jobThis is an exciting role for a dedicated and enthusiastic radiographer developed organisational skills that will enable you to manage a varied workload ensuring safe and clinical practices.You will be providing a high-quality diagnostic service whilst maintaining a safe working Imaging environment. Assess referrals or request form, and justify under radiographic regulations and locally agreed protocols.To prioritise patients to ensure optimum efficiency and service quality.You will be responsible for help organising the patient workflow and liaising with a multi-disciplinary team. You will be compliant with IR(ME)R 2017 in your daily imaging.Working for our organisationUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites: - University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing) - National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery - Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals - University College Hospital Grafton Way Building - Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine - University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre - The Hospital for Tropical Diseases - University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology. We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040. Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesFor the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. This post is also available as an 18 and a 12 month secondments which was recently advertised separately. If you are interested in both the permanent and the fixed-term contracts, and have already applied for the fixed term posts, please do not submit your application twice. You will be then invited to discuss your preferences at the interview stage, and you are welcome to state your interest for both in your application for this post.Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff* * UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH? Person specificationKnowledge and QualificationsEssential criteria- BSc or Diploma in Radiography- State Registration- Evidence of post graduate specialist training equivalent to Master’s level- Evidence that knowledge of general imaging techniques is up to date.- Evidence of the ability to critically analyse radiographsExperienceEssential criteria- Demonstrable evidence of a wide range of general radiographic experience- Evidence of significant experience in CT imagingDesirable criteria- Evidence of experience of first line management.Skills and AbilitiesEssential criteria- Demonstrate awareness of responsibility to and advocacy for patients.- Good standard of computer literacy- Evidence of participation in QA Programme and maintenance of agreed standards.- Evidence of experience in the supervision, training and assessment of students and junior radiographic staff to a required standard.- Good Understanding of legislation relating to Health & Safety and Radiation ProtectionCommunicationEssential criteria- Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi disciplinary team.- Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formatsPersonal and People DevelopmentEssential criteria- Demonstrates evidence of professional development, maintains updated Portfolio Reflective in practice- Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others- Evidence of supervision of studentsAt UCLH, we have a real ‘One Team’ ethos, and our values – safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England. At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity.UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment. For more information please go to: offer our permanent staff an interest free season ticket loan for travel, all our staff have access to free independent and confidential support, large retail discounts, a staff discount platform, cycle to work scheme and on-site accommodation to name a few.Additionally, UCLH Arts and Heritage’s staff wellbeing programme, Creative Comfort, offers a variety of ways to engage with the arts as a member of UCLH staff. You can try out the weekly choir, weekly art club and join the Culture Club for exclusive access to free and discounted tickets for opera, exhibitions, theatre and more.We recognise, reward and thank colleagues by nominating them for our annual Celebrating Excellence Awards, which are funded by UCLH Charity.We are also members of which offers discounts on high street retail stores, offers on travel deals, and also to take advantage of cash back schemes. This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. 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