Job summary
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced senior Radiographer to join our expanding team in a long established hospital.
Working at The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital, the appointee will be able to provide care of the highest standards with ample time and within a luxurious and clean facility.
In this role, the Radiographer, in addition to clinical activities, they will also undertake and manage the administration within the Radiology Department. At the present moment the hospital provides, x-ray, Ultrasound and CT scans. The MRI facility is under construction.
This role is for a Senior Radiographer who is able to cover x-ray and CT scans.
Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital does not offer hybrid working and all post are on site only.
Main duties of the job
Core Responsibilities:
1. To ensure that a high-quality Radiology service is provided to all customer groups.
2. To assist in the day-to-day running of the Radiology Department.
3. To provide Inpatient and Outpatient Radiography services of the highest possible standard in accordance with instructions from referring Consultants and GPs and to assist in the development of the departments services.
4. To treat patients, all staff members and referring doctors with consideration, courtesy and care.
About us
The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital was established in Aylesbury in 1832. and has provided services and treatments to thousands of people from across the region.
The ownership of the hospital was transferred to our new management team in January 2023. By joining our existing portfolio, the hospital is now run as a professionally and provides clinical care to both private, insured and NHS patients, with a strong ethos on caring for our staff.
The clinical outcomes of the hospital are of the highest standards. The latest CQC report rated our hospital standards as good across all parameters.
Extensive rejuvenation of the estate and updating of the clinical facilities has been completed. Phase one of the projects included complete refurbishment of wards, the outpatient area and reception, staff facilities, x-ray suites, CT scanner and residential accommodation.
Phase 2 includes construction and set up of the MRI facility and construction of operating theatres and endoscopy suites.
The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital is, managed and run by clinicians. All colleagues are encouraged to feel empowered and to have an active voice on the management of their services.
We are proud to be part of a highly-skilled, diverse team.
For further information please visit:
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced senior Radiographer to join our expanding team in a long established hospital.
Working at The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital, the appointee will be able to provide care of the highest standards with ample time and within a luxurious and clean facility.
In this role, the Radiographer, in addition to clinical activities, they will also undertake and manage the administration within the Radiology Department. At the present moment the hospital provides, x-ray, Ultrasound and CT scans. The MRI facility is under construction.
This role is for a Senior Radiographer who is able to cover x-ray and CT scans.
Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital does not offer hybrid working and all post are on site only.
About us
The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital was established in Aylesbury in 1832. and has provided services and treatments to thousands of people from across the region.
The ownership of the hospital was transferred to our new management team in January 2023. By joining our existing portfolio, the hospital is now run as a professionally and provides clinical care to both private, insured and NHS patients, with a strong ethos on caring for our staff.
The clinical outcomes of the hospital are of the highest standards. The latest CQC report rated our hospital standards as good across all parameters.
Extensive rejuvenation of the estate and updating of the clinical facilities has been completed. Phase one of the projects included complete refurbishment of wards, the outpatient area and reception, staff facilities, x-ray suites, CT scanner and residential accommodation.
Phase 2 includes construction and set up of the MRI facility and construction of operating theatres and endoscopy suites.
The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital is, managed and run by clinicians. All colleagues are encouraged to feel empowered and to have an active voice on the management of their services.
We are proud to be part of a highly-skilled, diverse team.
For further information please visit:
Core Responsibilities:
5. To ensure that a high-quality Radiology service is provided to all customer groups.
6. To assist in the day-to-day running of the Radiology Department.
7. To provide Inpatient and Outpatient Radiography services of the highest possible standard in accordance with instructions from referring Consultants and GPs and to assist in the development of the departments services.
8. To treat patients, all staff members and referring doctors with consideration, courtesy and care.
Main Duties and Key Accountabilities:
9. To carry out routine Radiography for all in and outpatients, producing high quality images and keeping patient dose to a minimum.
10. To carry out routine CT scans for both outpatients and in patients when required.
11. To ensure all protocols relating to the use of x-rays are closely adhered to.
12. To maintain all equipment in a clean working condition and report any faults to the Imaging Lead.
13. To participate in a programme of QA.
14. To assist with patient appointments and organisation of the daily workload.
15. Checking patients details prior to examination and ensuring that such details are present and correct on the request form/computer. Requests must be justified as per protocol and as per statutory regulations; Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)
16. To ensure that identified abnormalities are brought to the attention of clinicians so that images may be reported upon urgently in the patients best interest.
17. To be aware and participate in current radiographic developments.
18. To ensure that Clinical Governance and risk management are embedded within daily practice.
19. To administer IV contrast.
20. To ensure patients are aware of the procedure for settling accounts and obtaining their reports.
21. To assist with clerical duties, radiologists and any other duties as required.
22. To participate as an active member of the team in all aspects of work.
23. To ensure that all Health and Safety policies, IRR, IRMER procedures are read, understood and complied with as reasonably practicable.
24. To promote the department and the hospital favourably whenever possible.
25. To attend regular staff meetings and contribute ideas for improvements and income generation.
26. To ensure the safety of all patients and staff who enter the radiation controlled areas.
27. To keep accurate patient records and manage patient images on PACS
In addition:
28. Be accountable for own standards of work
29. Respect and maintain confidentiality at all times.
30. Attend appropriate training sessions to improve standard of practice.
31. Attend all mandatory training sessions.
32. Adhere to the hospital policies, procedures and standards.
33. Attend and participate in staff meetings.
34. Maintain courteous and professional relationships with all colleagues, visitors and consultants.
35. Promote effective communication within all department areas.
36. Support colleagues and work co-operatively to promote good team morale.
37. Perform any other duties as required and deemed competent to do so.
38. Actively work to maintain the standards set by The Care Quality Commission.
Key Performance Indicators:
39. Results to Patient Satisfaction Surveys
40. Feedback from colleagues
41. Results of Inspections
Knowledge / Skills / Qualifications:
Essential Qualifications & Technical Skills
42. Registered Clinician with HCPC
43. Degree or Diploma DCR(R) from College of Radiographers
44. Evidence of substantial CPD in clinically related and relevant subjects
45. IV injection certificate of competence
Knowledge & Experience
46. A minimum of one year experience in a similar position
Skills & Behaviours
47. Attention to detail
48. Quick learner and self-driven
49. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
50. Solid interpersonal and communication skills
51. communication skills
52. Good planning, time management & organisational skills
53. Ability to be flexible and respond to urgent matters with professionalism and a calm demeanour
54. Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes
55. Ability to follow instructions and work to tight time constraints
56. Reliability and dependability
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,£42, per year
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
57. Essential Qualifications & Technical Skills
58. Registered Clinician with HCPC
59. Degree or Diploma DCR(R) from College of Radiographers
60. Evidence of substantial CPD in clinically related and relevant subjects
61. IV injection certificate of competence
Desirable
62. Previous experience in a similar position
Experience
Essential
63. Essential Qualifications & Technical Skills
64. Registered Clinician with HCPC
65. Degree or Diploma DCR(R) from College of Radiographers
66. Evidence of substantial CPD in clinically related and relevant subjects
67. IV injection certificate of competence
Desirable
68. Previous experience in a similar position