South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a Radiographer with a PgC in Advanced Medical Imaging in GI studies (Barium Swallows) to join our team.
We currently have a Siemens Artis Zee at both South Tyneside and Sunderland sites, with the Sunderland machine due for replacement in the next 12 months.
You will undertake your own dedicated barium screening sessions and reporting of the studies within protocol. You would be supported by the Radiology team and work closely with the current Advance Practitioners team offering a wide range of examinations to both adults and paediatric patients with the opportunity to develop skills into specialist areas as required. Additional qualification in GI and/or GU examinations is desirable, and we would also like you to develop your role and expand the Team in other areas of fluoroscopy, across both sites.
This is an exciting opportunity for an Advance Practitioner to extend their role in Fluoroscopy and Barium Studies and join the Advanced Practice Team. We are a forward-thinking department, committed to Advanced Practice and the development of the Radiographer team.
Please note this Post will require cross-site working and supporting the Service at both South Tyneside and Sunderland.
For further information and departmental visits please contact:
Jane Hudson Radiology Operational Manager
Email: jane.hudson7@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
You will have the required Qualification and experience to independently perform and report Barium Swallows. Preference will be given to Candidates Post-graduate training to PgCert in Advanced Medical Imaging in GI. Additional experience and qualifications in other areas of GI and/or GU examinations is desirable, but not essential and there will be the opportunity for you to develop.
The role will include being able to offer specialist advice, competently undertake imaging techniques, planning and prioritising own and departmental workload utilising specialist skills. To be a good example to and train radiographers, student radiographers and other healthcare workers and help them develop into skilled professionals.
The role requires a commitment to the multi-disciplinary team delivering a high-quality and efficient service.
You should have knowledge of, and be proficient in, the use of all equipment in all assigned areas and support the modality leads to deliver a consistently high standard of patient care and support service provision.
You are expected to participate in audit of your practice to ensure high standards and participate in training and development opportunities to support your role.
There is the opportunity for you to work in other areas/modalities within the Department depending on existing knowledge, skill and experience as service allows.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award-winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of people's race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups. Looking after our workforce's health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high-quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job responsibilities
To perform and independently report Barium Swallow examinations. To perform and report fluoroscopy procedures of other defined anatomical areas.
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Person Specification
Experience
* Proven experience of recent autonomous Barium Swallow reporting activity.
* Evidence of recent audit in report accuracy.
* Experience of working in Fluoroscopy.
* Ability to balance reporting and clinical aspects of role.
* Experience of audit and implementing change.
Qualifications
* DCR (D) or BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography.
* HCPC Registered.
* Post-graduate training to PgCert in Advanced Medical Imaging.
* Additional Post-graduate training to PgCert in Advanced Medical Imaging in GI and/or GU (i.e., Proctogram, HSG and/or cystograms).
Physical Skills
* A high degree of practical ability in order to position patients and equipment.
* The ability to use computers peripherals (keyboard/mouse) for sustained periods.
* The ability to wear all necessary PPE, including lead-equivalent aprons, for sustained periods.
Other
* Please provide a contact telephone number.
Skills & Knowledge
* Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
* Analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Proven organisational skills.
* Ability to work as a member of a team and independently.
* Flexibility.
* Expand upon core knowledge using Evidence Based Practice (EBP).
* Familiarity with Meditech, Soliton and/or AGFA PACS.
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.
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
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