Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a band 7 CT Radiographer to join our friendly and committed team of CT and MR trained radiographers.
The James Paget University Hospital is located on the beautiful Norfolk and Suffolk coastline, with the beach within walking distance from the Trust. Norwich is a city of history, culture and entertainment, only 20 miles away and the Norfolk Broads appeal to anyone wishing to escape the hustle and bustle or enjoy some water sports. It really does suit all tastes.
Our hospital is an amazing place to work and we would welcome the opportunity to talk to you about joining our team here on England's east coast
Main duties of the job
The Department is in the fortunate position of receiving funding for the procurement of a new Diagnostic Assessment Centre, with the plan to house additional diagnostic equipment and we expanded our CT service into a brand new build joined to the current hospital.
We undertake all general CT work within our 2 CT scanner providing support to A&E, wards and out-patient imaging.
We are looking for someone who is motivated to ensure that each patient receives a good and safe experience from an understanding and friendly face. The team work hard to achieve this and patients are at the centre of all of our plans.
The successful candidate will be passionate and have extensive knowledge and experience of CT. They will have further qualifications in CT imaging or be willing to work towards one. They will be someone with excellent communication skills, drive and enthusiasm to lead this service forward.
This role will be mainly clinical and supervisory with the expectation that the candidate will provide the team with training support and strong leadership. There will be an expectation that the lead will deputise in the absence of the Head of CT/MR also. Radiographers currently rotate in both CT and MR 7 days a week and we have radiography students , both traditional route and apprentices.
About us
The James Paget University Hospital is a vibrant university hospital providing the best possible care to the people of east Norfolk and north Suffolk. We are situated on the coast with several beautiful beaches and the Broads National Park on the doorstep, and we are within commuting distance of Norwich city centre.
Personal and professional development is key within the James Paget University Hospital
Development of self: We will support you in achieving your career goals, through our well-structured supervision and appraisal system. The department actively encourages the utilization of courses and training opportunities provided and signposted through our Operational Development and Wellbeing Service. Training opportunities range from clinical and non-clinical skills, through to leadership and the development of others. The department's links with the Education Department continue to grow with the use of CPD funding as available.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role includes :
Supervision and support of staff, including training them in the field of CT
Development and review of policies and procedures in relation to CT
Ensuring systems are quality assured, maintained and operating safely
Leadership and deputising for the Head of CT/MR
Always looking for innovative service developments and improvements to the current service . Developing business cases where required
Pls see JD for further information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- post grad qualification or working towards
expereince and knowldge
Essential
- worked band 6 or above previoulsy (within CT)
- advanced knowledge of CT - experience/evidence/knowledge of safety
- contrast knowledge/cannulation
- pathways/targets experience/understanding/knowledge
- CPD demonstration
- research /audit experience/knowledge
Desirable
- knowledge/experience of equipment maintenance contracts /budgets
- knowledge/experience management areas such as budgets , RCAs, appraisal systems, recruitmnet ,
- student mentoring/teaching
skills/abilities
Essential
- organising/prioritising
- difficult conversations
- professional communication- meetings/presentations/teaching etc
- able to work shifts including weekends
- Accurate record keeping
- physical health/dexterity/manual handling
beahvioural
Essential
- Trust values demonstartion
Desirable
- mention of trsut in application/reserach
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.
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
James Paget University Hospital NHS Foundation trust
lowestoft road
Gorleston
NR31 6LA