Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role. Main duties of the job YOUR MAIN DUTIES Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached. About us As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site and the hours are as advertised. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 188-CL111124 Job locations Southampton General Hospital /Royal South Hants Hospital / Princess Anne Hospital Tremona Rd, Southampton SO16 6YD Job description Job responsibilities What youll do The role will involve: Undertaking all aspects of general and trauma radiography, fluoroscopy and interventional imaging across 4 departments. Providing high quality imaging for in-patients, out-patients, direct access patients and trauma patients. Full participation in the shift roster covering the 24/7 service is essential. Taking on the role of team leader across a variety of imaging departments, including a busy Emergency X-ray service within our Major Trauma centre. Serving as a mentor and teacher for students, supernumerary staff and junior members of the team. Taking on additional responsibilities to contribute to the management of the department which will add to your CV appeal. What were looking forYou'll need to have suitable previous experience working as a diagnostic radiographer, an ability to stay calm under pressure and excellent imaging techniques. It would be highly desirable for you to have proven supervisory experience. Job description Job responsibilities What youll do The role will involve: Undertaking all aspects of general and trauma radiography, fluoroscopy and interventional imaging across 4 departments. Providing high quality imaging for in-patients, out-patients, direct access patients and trauma patients. Full participation in the shift roster covering the 24/7 service is essential. Taking on the role of team leader across a variety of imaging departments, including a busy Emergency X-ray service within our Major Trauma centre. Serving as a mentor and teacher for students, supernumerary staff and junior members of the team. Taking on additional responsibilities to contribute to the management of the department which will add to your CV appeal. What were looking forYou'll need to have suitable previous experience working as a diagnostic radiographer, an ability to stay calm under pressure and excellent imaging techniques. It would be highly desirable for you to have proven supervisory experience. Person Specification Trust Values Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential HCPC Registration Considerable post graduate experience of working in a department using IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR 2017 regulations in clinical practice Appropriate BSc Radiography degree Team player who can also work independently Able to work within protocols Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance including H&S, COSHH, Manual Handling Experience of teaching, mentoring, and supporting colleagues training and development. Proven ability to effectively adapt imaging technique when necessary Effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills including responding appropriately to distressed patients and staff and distressing circumstances e.g. suspected physical abuse, major trauma, cancer and death. Ability to prioritise workload Previous supervisory/team leading experience Evidence of continuing professional development Quality assurance supervision and practice Appropriate post qualification experience in imaging Evidence of personal and professional development Relevant clinical courses Knowledge of other departments works practice with which radiology has a significant interface. Desirable First Level Management or Supervisory Course Evidence of delegation skills Coaching qualification Teaching Qualification Evidence of involvement in ad understanding of governance processes Evidence of developing protocols Skills and competencies Essential Communication Microsoft Office skills People management Leadership Person Specification Trust Values Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential HCPC Registration Considerable post graduate experience of working in a department using IR(ME)R 2017 and IRR 2017 regulations in clinical practice Appropriate BSc Radiography degree Team player who can also work independently Able to work within protocols Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance including H&S, COSHH, Manual Handling Experience of teaching, mentoring, and supporting colleagues training and development. Proven ability to effectively adapt imaging technique when necessary Effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills including responding appropriately to distressed patients and staff and distressing circumstances e.g. suspected physical abuse, major trauma, cancer and death. Ability to prioritise workload Previous supervisory/team leading experience Evidence of continuing professional development Quality assurance supervision and practice Appropriate post qualification experience in imaging Evidence of personal and professional development Relevant clinical courses Knowledge of other departments works practice with which radiology has a significant interface. Desirable First Level Management or Supervisory Course Evidence of delegation skills Coaching qualification Teaching Qualification Evidence of involvement in ad understanding of governance processes Evidence of developing protocols Skills and competencies Essential Communication Microsoft Office skills People management Leadership 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 University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Address Southampton General Hospital /Royal South Hants Hospital / Princess Anne Hospital Tremona Rd, Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)