Job summary We are seeking radiographers with sound radiographic experience, who will contribute positively and enthusiastically to the professional running and future development of the department. The post is suitable for a radiographer keen to experience a wide range of modalities and keen to support and develop the 7 day service whilst working with state of the art equipment and optimising image techniques across clinical and research fields. The post would involve rotation through modalities such as CT, MRI, Interventional Radiology and General X-ray, to be discussed dependant on individual experience and interests. Other rotations could be given consideration depending on individual experience and service requirements. Out of hours, weekend working and night shifts will be required depending on rotations. Main duties of the job The post is suitable for a radiographer keen to experience a wide range of modalities and keen to support and develop the 7 day service whilst working with state of the art equipment and optimising image techniques across clinical and research fields. he post would involve rotation through modalities such as CT, MRI, Interventional Radiology and General X-ray, to be discussed dependant on individual experience and interests. Other rotations could be given consideration depending on individual experience and service requirements. Out of hours, weekend working and night shifts will be required depending on rotations. About us Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel. Date posted 15 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary Depending on experience per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 321-CSS-6713142-B6 Job locations Churchill Hospital - Radiology Department Old Road, Headington Oxford OX3 7LE Job description Job responsibilities Radiographers will be required to work across modalities, including Nightshifts, weekend working and On call commitments, this would be on the base site of the Churchill Hospital, but could involve movement and working on a temporary basis across to other hospitals sites within Oxford. Rotation into modalities will be based on individual Radiographer experience and service requirements in the first instance, but in addition to the base rotation based on the above, consideration would be given individually dependent on individual experience and areas of interest. There are also multiple opportunities to work across all imaging sites within OUH including the John Radcliffe Hospital and community Hospital sites The Churchill Radiology Department is within the Cancer and Haematology Centre, opened in 2009. Primarily, we provide imaging services across the specialities found on site: Oncology, Radiotherapy, Breast, Renal, Urology, Transplantation, Chest Medicine, upper and lower GI, Head and Neck, Haematology and Infectious Diseases. We have recently replaced both our CT scanners and currently have one 64 slice GE CT scanner and one 256 Slice GE CT Scanner. We also have 2 new GE MRI Scanners, a 1.5T and 3T. We cover all types of scanning in CT this includes cardiac, pneumocolons, orthopaedic and all various CT guided interventional procedures including microwave ablations. In MRI we provide an equally broad range of scanning including MRI guided breast biopsies as well as supporting the MSK and Neuro imaging for other sites within the trust. The department also includes 2 flat plate interventional rooms, 2 PET/CT scanners, 2 Gamma Cameras including SPECT CT, 4 ultrasound rooms, a Lithotripsy unit and 5 DR GE Definium HD rooms. Job description Job responsibilities Radiographers will be required to work across modalities, including Nightshifts, weekend working and On call commitments, this would be on the base site of the Churchill Hospital, but could involve movement and working on a temporary basis across to other hospitals sites within Oxford. Rotation into modalities will be based on individual Radiographer experience and service requirements in the first instance, but in addition to the base rotation based on the above, consideration would be given individually dependent on individual experience and areas of interest. There are also multiple opportunities to work across all imaging sites within OUH including the John Radcliffe Hospital and community Hospital sites The Churchill Radiology Department is within the Cancer and Haematology Centre, opened in 2009. Primarily, we provide imaging services across the specialities found on site: Oncology, Radiotherapy, Breast, Renal, Urology, Transplantation, Chest Medicine, upper and lower GI, Head and Neck, Haematology and Infectious Diseases. We have recently replaced both our CT scanners and currently have one 64 slice GE CT scanner and one 256 Slice GE CT Scanner. We also have 2 new GE MRI Scanners, a 1.5T and 3T. We cover all types of scanning in CT this includes cardiac, pneumocolons, orthopaedic and all various CT guided interventional procedures including microwave ablations. In MRI we provide an equally broad range of scanning including MRI guided breast biopsies as well as supporting the MSK and Neuro imaging for other sites within the trust. The department also includes 2 flat plate interventional rooms, 2 PET/CT scanners, 2 Gamma Cameras including SPECT CT, 4 ultrasound rooms, a Lithotripsy unit and 5 DR GE Definium HD rooms. Person Specification Experience/ Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent qualification in Radiography State Registered Radiographer. Reasonable post graduate experience. CPD portfolio. Desirable Evidence of managing workloads in a busy department. Use of GE platform Sound knowledge of the NHS. Evidence of relevant personal professional development in Radiography. IV cannulation course. Evidence of experience in radiographic imaging, particularly CT, MR or interventional imaging. Attributes Essential Positive role model. Team player. Ability to use initiative and manage time effectively. Highly motivated for self and others Ability to tailor care to patient type. Desirable Good interpersonal skills, with both patients and staff Evidence of a proactive approach to change and developing clinical practice. Attainments and knowledge Essential Evidence of personal development. Extensive anatomical knowledge. Knowledge of pathological processes. Desirable Evidence of teaching / training of staff within radiography. Special Attributes Essential Ability to be flexible and adaptable. Ability to use initiative. Able to cope under pressure. Ability to think logically Person Specification Experience/ Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent qualification in Radiography State Registered Radiographer. Reasonable post graduate experience. CPD portfolio. Desirable Evidence of managing workloads in a busy department. Use of GE platform Sound knowledge of the NHS. Evidence of relevant personal professional development in Radiography. IV cannulation course. Evidence of experience in radiographic imaging, particularly CT, MR or interventional imaging. Attributes Essential Positive role model. Team player. Ability to use initiative and manage time effectively. Highly motivated for self and others Ability to tailor care to patient type. Desirable Good interpersonal skills, with both patients and staff Evidence of a proactive approach to change and developing clinical practice. Attainments and knowledge Essential Evidence of personal development. Extensive anatomical knowledge. Knowledge of pathological processes. Desirable Evidence of teaching / training of staff within radiography. Special Attributes Essential Ability to be flexible and adaptable. Ability to use initiative. Able to cope under pressure. Ability to think logically 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). 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. 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 Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Churchill Hospital - Radiology Department Old Road, Headington Oxford OX3 7LE Employer's website https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)