Interventional and Fluoroscopy Radiographer
Band 6
Main area: Interventional Radiology and Fluoroscopy
Grade: Band 6
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 236-DPG-P160-25
Site: Royal Oldham Hospital
Town: Oldham
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 Dependant on experience
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 25/02/2025 23:59
Job overview
The post holder will be an integral part of the Interventional Radiology and Fluoroscopy team, working closely with the radiologists, radiology nurses, referring clinicians, radiology students, and other associated radiology staff. They will also be responsible for the continuing development of other radiology personnel and student radiographers. The post holder will adhere to good practices of radiographic technique and abide by the acknowledged safe practices of radiation protection standards and trust procedure guidance. They will provide high-quality radiographic images that will assist in patient diagnosis, treatment, and management of care.
Main duties of the job
The senior radiographer operates as a senior member of the intervention/fluoroscopy multi-disciplinary team, working independently, using initiative, clinical skills, knowledge, and organisational skills to provide an efficient and high-quality imaging service, whilst dealing with patients and managing patient priority in a caring professional manner.
The senior radiographer assists in helping to coordinate for their specific radiographic discipline. They encourage the highest professional and technical standards in all staff using personal example and constructive supervision. They will be responsible for ensuring all junior and rotational staff operating in their area of speciality are suitably trained, mentored, and monitored to prevent untoward incidents and ensure effective formal learning.
The senior radiographer will maintain a commitment to professional development and a high level of technical and theoretical skills ensuring a personal CPD portfolio of evidence is kept up to date. They will participate in the Governance of the department in areas including Risk Management, Health and Safety, and Audit activities.
Working for our organisation
The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation, and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology, and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
In line with the Trust’s Single Equality Scheme, we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social background, or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Person specification
* Must be registered with the HCPC
* Diploma/BSc Radiography
* Interest in Intervention and Fluoroscopy
* Substantial Intervention and Fluoroscopy experience
* Experience in Intervention and Fluoroscopy
* Evidence of CPD, audit, and QA
* Evidence of further study relevant to post
Application Form and Interview
* Ability to use IT systems
* Willingness to teach
* Knowledge of appropriate modalities
* Experience of QA and radiation protection
* Participation in audit
* Management of incidents and complaints
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies and will not be liable for fees for candidates submitted speculatively.
We understand the importance of balancing work and home life. We are committed to supporting flexible working for our people wherever possible and all our colleagues are given the opportunity to discuss potential for flexible working.
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) serves a diverse population, and each Care Organisation works hard to ensure all services are accessible and fair.
We respect the value of difference. So, our aim is to employ a workforce representative of the communities we serve. Regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, trans status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, religion or belief, all are welcome.
We also warmly welcome interest from serving and ex-personnel, and their relatives. Please identify that you are a member of the armed forces community on your application form to be entitled to a guaranteed interview (subject to essential criteria being met).
As a Disability Confident Employer, guaranteed interviews are also available to disabled applicants when essential role requirements have been met.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name: Helena Hill
Job title: Interventional and Fluoroscopy Radiology Manager
Email address: helena.hill@nca.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 0161 778 5414
Can be contacted Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm
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