Job summary
Job DescriptionCath lab Specialist + Rotational Radiographer Nuffield Health St Bartholomew's Hospital | Permanent | Full Time Up to £55,000 per annum, dependent on experience hours per week
Main duties of the job
Deliver a high-quality diagnostic imaging service for a varied caseload within the cardiac cath lab as well as CT or MRI. Be highly proficient in the use of all equipment within scope of practice. Work with leading practitioners and cutting-edge practices, equipment and facilities Take an active part to supervise and develop junior colleagues To work within IRMER and own scope of practice, in accordance with the code of conduct set out by the HCPC. Participate in departmental audits and Quality Assurance programme. Provide support to the Clinical Lead Radiographers. Ensure equipment is safe and fit for purpose and, can report faults in line with Nuffield Health policy. Competency in IV cannulation is essential Provide input to the review, update and implementation of departmental policy and procedural changes. Comply with all Nuffield Health policies and procedures. Ensure all records are maintained in line with statutory and organisational requirements. Participate in Cath lab, X-ray + CT on call rota (within scope of practice). Must be able to attend site within one hour of on call activation
About us
Nuffield Health Barts Hospital We've opened the doors to Nuffield Health at St Bartholomew's Hospital: The City of London's only independent hospital, situated next to St Bartholomew's NHS hospital. This is our flagship center for cardiac services and will also provide a full range of surgical and medical services, including: orthopaedics, oncology, general surgery, genecology and urology services. Our hospital consists of 55 beds, including 7 Specialist intensive care beds, four of the most advanced digital operating theatres and Endoscopy and minor ops theatre. With 28 consultation rooms. Cardiac catheterisation lab, Oncology Day unit and full diagnostic imaging suite including MRI, CT, ultrasound, mammography and general X-ray.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Cath lab Specialist + Rotational Radiographer Nuffield Health St Bartholomew's Hospital | Permanent | Full Time Up to £55,000 per annum, dependent on experience hours per week As Britain's largest Healthcare Charity, we've invested in state-of-the-art equipment and we're committed to giving you more time to focus on what matters. Bring your caring nature and an eye for detail to work at Nuffield Health. With the emphasis on high quality care, here's where you'll shine. As a Cath lab specialist + rotational radiographer at this Nuffield Health site, the opportunities to develop yourself, and the services we provide are abundant. In addition to providing high quality clinical care and technical abilities, you will also have the opportunity to be involved in improving the services we provide to our patients and visitors. In addition to being highly skilled in Cath lab, you will also be experienced in a cross-sectional modality such as CT and/or MRI. As the flagship hospital for cardiac services, previous cardiac experience in CT and/or MRI is highly desirable as well as experience with Siemens equipment. As a Specialist Cath Lab + Rotational Radiographer, you will:
1. Have a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), a postgraduate qualification and/or high levels of technical knowledge.
2. Have more than 3 years' experience in a variety of Cath lab procedures.
3. Be experienced in either Cardiac CT or MRI.
4. Have an understanding and empathetic approach to patients and staff alike.
5. Be respectful towards all individuals, including staff, patients and visitors.
6. Have a proactive and forward thinking approach to work.
7. Ensure a service of the highest quality is delivered with sensitivity and compassion
8. Demonstrate excellent communication and team working abilities.
Main duties and responsibilities:
9. Deliver a high-quality diagnostic imaging service for a varied caseload within the cardiac cath lab as well as CT or MRI.
10. Be highly proficient in the use of all equipment within scope of practice.
11. Work with leading practitioners and cutting-edge practices, equipment and facilities
12. Take an active part to supervise and develop junior colleagues
13. To work within IRMER and own scope of practice, in accordance with the code of conduct set out by the HCPC.
14. Participate in departmental audits and Quality Assurance programme.
15. Provide support to the Clinical Lead Radiographers.
16. Ensure equipment is safe and fit for purpose and, can report faults in line with Nuffield Health policy.
17. Competency in IV cannulation is essential
18. Provide input to the review, update and implementation of departmental policy and procedural changes.
19. Comply with all Nuffield Health policies and procedures.
20. Ensure all records are maintained in line with statutory and organisational requirements.
21. Participate in Cath lab, X-ray + CT on call rota (within scope of practice).
22. Must be able to attend site within one hour of on call activation
Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. With access to our gyms, private healthcare, financial advice and more, you'll have everything you need to flourish. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Nuffield Health Barts Hospital We've opened the doors to Nuffield Health at St Bartholomew's Hospital: The City of London's only independent hospital, situated next to St Bartholomew's NHS hospital. This is our flagship center for cardiac services and will also provide a full range of surgical and medical services, including: orthopaedics, oncology, general surgery, genecology and urology services. Our hospital consists of 55 beds, including 7 Specialist intensive care beds, four of the most advanced digital operating theatres and Endoscopy and minor ops theatre. With 28 consultation rooms. Cardiac catheterisation lab, Oncology Day unit and full diagnostic imaging suite including MRI, CT, ultrasound, mammography and general X-ray. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you. Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
23. Have a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), a postgraduate qualification and/or high levels of technical knowledge.
Experience
Essential
24. Have more than 3 years' experience in a variety of Cath lab procedures.
25. Be experienced in either Cardiac CT or MRI.