Total 18 radiographer job vacancies in Stoke-On-Trent, ST4 6QG

Your day to day role would include: Efficient and effective running of the CT lists, ensuring that policies and procedures are adhered to provide a safe and efficient environment for the patient Participate in the supervision of student Radiographers and training of CT Radiographers on Band 5/6 preceptorship Maintaining good working relationships with all Departments Be proactive and keen to fulfil the responsibilities of the Band 6 role as in the Job Description.

Key Areas/Tasks Undertaking Angiographic duties and procedures as needed. To proactively ensure the efficient and effective running ofInterventional/Neuro/Fluoro lists. As band 6 to take a lead role in the absence of the Superintendent and MTL, liaisingwith colleagues across sites. To participate in the supervision of student Radiographers, Radiographers andRadiology registrars and to make recommendations regarding techniques. To supervise and train support staff. To ensure quality control and assurance procedures are carried out according todepartmental schedules. To participate in relevant clinical audit projects. To contribute fully to the provision of the 24 hour IR/Neuro on call service liaisingwith colleagues to ensure all shifts and on-call duties are covered. As a band 5 you will beworking with a band 6 on call after sufficient training, once you are band 6 then on call willbe single handed. To undertake additional duties which may arise and to provide a degreeof flexibility in working practice to optimise patient throughput.Division: ImagingJob Title: Diagnostic Interventional RadiographerBand: 6Location: Interventional RadiologyHours: 37.5 plus 24/7 on-callManagerially accountable to: Mrs Maria HallProfessionally accountable to: Mrs Deonne LeeRole SummaryTo work at the University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust as an Interventional/Neuro Angio/Fluoroscopy Radiographer with some supervisory responsibilities and to undertake a lead rolewhen required, in the absence of the Team Leader. To be familiar with the departmental Radiology Information System (CRIS) andPACS systems. To ensure quality control and assurance procedures are carried out according todepartmental schedules. To represent Imaging and external committees for your modality, if required. To maintain and extend good working relationship with all departments andpersonnel within the University Hospital of North Staffordshire NHS Trust. To understand and use the PACS system for images. To take responsibility for equipment closedown procedures and security checks. Too gain understanding and stock control of consumables used in IR and Neuro. To ensure that there is a high standard of Diagnostic Imaging work produced bothpersonally and by those being supervised. On a rostered duty can organise own workload and delegate and supervise othermembers of the team working in the vicinity. Can prioritise workload to manage the care for a group of patients. When rostered in charge, take action to ensure safe staffing levels on each shift. When rostered in charge, have an overview of workload across the department. To assist with arranging for collection of a patient and organising all relevantmembers of staff when called in for emergency cases on-call. To have the manual dexterity, coordination and sensory skills for positioning andmanipulation of patients and equipment to fine tolerances as accuracy is important. To facilitate the transfer of patients liaising with other wards andDepartments. To plan and prioritise patient workload and theatre lists, ensuring the smoothrunning of the theatres with minimal downtime. This includes liaising with ward staff andother theatres to ensure timely transfer of patients to and from IR theatre. To have a working knowledge of IR (ME) R 2018 / IRR17 regulations and radiationprotection matters Assist in the management of resources by participating in the selection, ordering andmonitoring of departmental stock items, keeping within the financial constraints of theallocated budget Will be required to be able to undertake a range of manual procedures includingassistance with the movement of patients and equipment To be able to manoeuvre between patients quickly to ensure emergency situationscan be attended in a timely fashion Will be required to wear full theatre gown and lead aprons whilst standing at theoperating table for considerable periods of time. Ability to interpret complex information when there may be frequent, unplannedinterruptions throughout the shift. May be exposed to distressing circumstances when called in for emergency caseson call and potentially dealing with bereaved relatives Working in a theatre environment where X-Ray radiation is in use. Daily exposure to blood and body tissues. Frequent exposure to body fluid and unpleasant odours during the delivery of directpatient care. The post holder will demonstrate the skills for assessing and interpreting specialist,Acute and other patient conditions, initiating actions as appropriate

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For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include To communicate effectively with team members on the breast screening service and the symptomatic breast team. To work with the regional QA team to ensure service performance is accurately submitted and actions taken forward. To ensure a professional patient / client and radiographer relationships at all times. To be able to communicate with the medical staff, doctors, consultant surgeons, consultant radiologists, nurses within the unit and the trust. To communicate with the engineers from the equipment providers. To communicate with the clerical staff in both the screening and symptomatic offices. To communicate with the staff from the host mobile site (can be from supermarket stores, local government, swimming pools, doctor surgeries etc) Be able to deal with off the street enquiries and answer any related health promotion questions. Have sensitivity to the cultural, physical, and psychological needs of the patient. Provide information for relatives both written and verbal

Radiographer Nuffield Health Stockton-on-Tees Hospital | Bank Contract | Part-time Up to £15.00 per hour dependent on experience Zero hours - AdHoc Our Radiology team in our Tees Hospital currently have an internal opportunity for a Radiographer. Continue your journey with us whilst we'll support you to be your best. About Nuffield Health Tees Hospital Nuffield Health Tees Hospital has established itself as one of the leading providers of private healthcare in the North East, proudly serving patients from Stockton-on-Tees, Darlington, Middlesbrough and the surrounding areas since 1981. Our friendly, well-equipped and modern hospital has built a reputation for its outstanding levels of patient care. As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest our profits into our facilities and services, ensuring every patient receives exceptional standards of care. Specialist areas of treatment include cosmetic surgery, spinal surgery, vascular surgery, eye care and orthopaedics. Find out more about our hospital using the link below. https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/hospitals/tees The Role Whether you join us from the NHS or a private setting, you will find that we offer you an unrivalled opportunity to grow the respected career that you always wanted. You will benefit from our investment in state-of-the-art equipment and our commitment to give you more time with partners. As a Radiographer you will; Deliver a high-quality diagnostic imaging service for a very varied caseload - within the department, on the ward and in theatre. Working with leading practitioners and experiencing new practices, equipment and facilities. As a clinical lead, you will enjoy scoping to develop policies and procedures. Supervising and developing more junior staff members. Providing a service of the highest quality, delivered with sensitivity and compassion. The Person To succeed as a Radiographer you will have; High levels of technical knowledge and the ability to work quickly and accurately, with a great eye for detail. A caring nature - to see each patient as an individual and carry out this role with understanding and empathy. A BSC degree in diagnostic radiography or equivalent to meet the registration requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) A postgraduate qualification in an area of specialization. Radiation Protection Supervisor training and/ or qualification are desirable. Post registration experience relevant to the role. Excellent communication and team working abilities. 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. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, Access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £15.00 a month. Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close adverts early, for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications. Therefore, please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post. It starts with you. Applications will be considered as they are received and interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close adverts early, for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications - therefore please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post.

Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

Supporting and managing the Directorates risk management processes working alongside other Directorates and Divisions to ensure that completed incident investigations are of a high standard and are managed in a timely manner as required by the Trust. Identifying trends and working with modality teams to develop quality improvement processes to reduce risk and improve quality of care for patients. The post holder will also lead on the Directorate Audit Programme presenting this in a format that that meets QSI (Quality Standard for Imaging) standards, supporting Modality Teams with the development of KPIs (key performance indicators) to ensure that local processes are regularly audited to assess the quality of services. Working closely with the Research and Innovation (R&I) Department to assess feasibility of new trials ensuring all governance checks are complete before authorisation. To manage the research budget liaising with the Divisional Finance Department to ensure spend plans are produced and submitted in a timely manner each year. To lead on providing research and audit evidence as required for QSI external assessments and to support accreditation site visits,

Trainee Advanced Practitioner Radiographer in Adult Chest and Abdomen Plain Film Reporting Hours of Duty: 37.5 over a 7 day working week To work at the University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust as a Trainee Advanced Practitioner Radiographer in Adult Chest and Abdomen Plain Film Reporting. The post holder will work at the Royal Stoke, County and Peripheral sites. To carry out high quality diagnostic imaging examinations in a way which meets patients needs within the Imaging Directorate of the UHNM, within your specialist area. To provide clinical expertise in your specialist area in the Radiographic Departments of the UHNM. Qualifications BSc (Hon) Radiography or equivalent. HCPC Registered. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team where, in order to give the best quality of service, great importance is placed on communication and relationships: Adopting a caring, co-operative and flexible approach to their working practices. Maintaining a professional attitude for the dignity and well being of the patient and ensuring full confidentiality at all times. Maintaining a good public image both verbally and visually. Play an active part in maintaining Directorate standards.

Trainee Advanced Practitioner Radiographer in MSK Plain Film Reporting Hours of Duty: 37.5 over a 7 day working week To work at the University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust as a Trainee Advanced Practitioner Radiographer in MSK Plain Film Reporting. The post holder will work at the Royal Stoke, County and Peripheral sites. To carry out high quality diagnostic imaging examinations in a way which meets patients needs within the Imaging Directorate of the UHNM, within your specialist area. To provide clinical expertise in your specialist area in the Radiographic Departments of the UHNM. Qualifications BSc (Hon) Radiography or equivalent. HCPC Registered. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team where, in order to give the best quality of service, great importance is placed on communication and relationships: Adopting a caring, co-operative and flexible approach to their working practices. Maintaining a professional attitude for the dignity and well being of the patient and ensuring full confidentiality at all times. Maintaining a good public image both verbally and visually. Play an active part in maintaining Directorate standards.

For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. For more details on the post, please see contact information (see contact details)

Successful applicants will have a choice of site, which will be discussed at Interview. Royal Stoke site- 24/7 service covering a range of patients and Plain Film areas, including Major Trauma, Theatre, Inpatient and Outpatient imaging. County site- Emergency, Inpatient and Outpatient imaging, with out of hours. Community Minor injuries and outpatient imaging. If the Community site is of interest this will be a rotational post between Community and Royal Stoke site. Full job descriptions and personal specifications for each site are attached. Full time and part time applications will be considered. Please note - All interviews will be face to face; if successful, all candidates must make selves available for interview Please see attached JD and PS for all three sites. If you would like to discuss an aspects of this post, please contact: Danielle Woolliscroft or Chris Hunter (Royal Stoke Site) danielle.woolliscroft@uhnm.nhs.uk OR christopher.hunter@uhnm.nhs.uk Andrew Rogers (County Site) ANDREW.ROGERS@uhnm.nhs.uk Sophie Palfreyman (Community Sites)sophie.palfreyman@uhnm.nhs.uk

The following duties are specific skills required in relation to Consultant Radiographer in Breast Imaging status. All the skills will be applicable to working within the NHSBSP and the symptomatic service. The Consultant Radiographer in Breast imaging will practice at a consultant level providing specialist expert care for patients and having a high degree of autonomy. To report including description of image, suggested diagnosis and advice recommending further actions for patient. Work as an unsupervised clinical practitioner exercising a high degree of personal and professional autonomy, acting and demonstrating advanced clinical competence, decision making and a knowledge base beyond those associated with conventional radiographer roles. The post holder should have the skills, ability and confidence to be the only person with these skills in the Unit when the Consultant Radiologists are unavailable To accurately complete the client/patient documentation required during diagnostic work and following invasive procedures To assist in the provision of one-stop clinics for patients on a regular basis working alongside consultant surgeons. This involves advising and reporting of required mammography and undertaking and reporting of ultrasound scans during the clinic for patients who are likely to be highly anxious about a possible diagnosis of cancer To undertake assessment of women recalled under the NHSBSP according to all guidance and quality standards required by that Programme. This will involve concurrent use of all mammographic interpretation, ultrasound investigation and invasive biopsy skills in conjunction with excellent abilities in patient communication and support To competently and independently perform interventional procedures such as local anaesthesia administration, skin incisions, ultrasound guided core biopsies and cyst aspirations, stereotactic core biopsies and vacuum assisted biopsies and ensure adequate haemostasis. To handle any x-ray breast tissue specimens during core biopsies [whilst patient is still in position] as well as surgical biopsy specimens, which are brought to unit for imaging whilst patient is still under general anaesthetic in theatre To perform ultrasound examinations of the breast and axillae and simultaneously undertake biopsies. As lesions may be only several millimetres in size, a high level of manual dexterity and hand-eye co-ordination is required to ensure accurate sampling. Directing the use of specialized mammographic equipment being able to retrieve tiny tissue samples for micro-calcification seen in the breast under local anaesthesia and small skin incisions. After removal, being able to accurately place a small marker clip at the same site in case surgery is required following biopsy results. Ultrasound guided /stereotactic guided localizations including; wire guided and Iodine seed, along with other new localisation methods as they develop. Using ultrasound or mammography equipment to visualize the site of the tumour /area to be surgically removed and, under local anaesthesia, place the localiser exactly at this site, which may be only several millimetres in size Regular attendance and participation at the weekly breast MDM To participate in the unit interval cancer To audit ones own mammography reporting paying attention to specificity and sensitivity To be able to discuss the patients clinical history and present symptoms and able to deal with difficult questions from patients in particular regarding the results of the examinations and further actions To be able to positively respond to unpredictable work patterns and frequent interruptions Contribute and assist with the strategic and operational development of the imaging service, working closely with internal and external agencies on complex and diverse issues Have direct management of patient care within the triple assessment team. Judge whether the results of the diagnostic imaging are concordant with the presented pathological findings, and decide on further imaging and biopsy when appropriate. Be an effective member of the multidisciplinary team and be responsible for and help to advise the correct treatment and management pathway Manage a caseload of mammography reporting, ultrasound scanning, image guided biopsy and localisation procedures, audit and research and other advanced practice duties Demonstrate commitment to IWL principles and flexible working patterns, to meet the needs of the service and staff Tackle discrimination and harassment, and promote equality and diversity in the workplace Reduce sickness absence; work place accidents; and promote zero tolerance on violence against staff Take responsibility for personal development and education and the development of a Personal Development Plan. Carry out regular appraisals for staff, ensuring business goals are clearly communicated and linked to objectives Review training and development of all staff, so all staff have a personal development plan, and support staff in reaching their full potential as identified through the appraisal process

The post holder will provideinterpretation of, and reporting of all mammographic and ultrasound imaging of the breast and axilla in breast clinic and act as an independent film reader.

The post holder will also be responsible for aspiration and breast lesion localizations, needle core biopsies and vacuum assisted procedures under x-ray and ultrasound guidance. They will fulfil the quality standards required by the National Health Breast Screening Programme [NHSBSP] and confirm this by undertaking audit and clinical governance activities.

The post holder will be required to lead, supervise, mentor and develop other team members, providing a model of expert practice in terms of knowledge and experience and use clinical research as a basis to extend the scope of practice within the unit. They will act as a source of expert professional advice to medical consultants, other professionals, multi-disciplinary groups, patients and their carers.

They will be required to provide cover for some of the Breast Radiologists’ duties when they are unavailable in order to ensure the continuity of the service.





The Consultant Radiographer in Breast Imaging will practice at a consultant level providing specialist expert care for patients and having a high degree of autonomy.

Provide expert clinical practice

Clinical leadership, Education and Research

Have good communication and working relationships

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones.
We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition - a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.
We actively encourage staff involvement with staff networking events and staff survey.


"Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool"

The following duties are specific skills required in relation to Consultant Radiographer in Breast Imaging status. All the skills will be applicable to working within the NHSBSP and the symptomatic service.

The Consultant Radiographer in Breast imaging will practice at a consultant level providing specialist expert care for patients and having a high degree of autonomy.

To report including description of image, suggested diagnosis and advice recommending further actions for patient.

Work as an unsupervised clinical practitioner exercising a high degree of personal and professional autonomy, acting and demonstrating advanced clinical competence, decision making and a knowledge base beyond those associated with conventional radiographer roles. The post holder should have the skills, ability and confidence to be the only person with these skills in the Unit when the Consultant Radiologists are unavailable

To accurately complete the client/patient documentation required during diagnostic work and following invasive procedures

To assist in the provision of one-stop clinics for patients on a regular basis working alongside consultant surgeons. This involves advising and reporting of required mammography and undertaking and reporting of ultrasound scans during the clinic for patients who are likely to be highly anxious about a possible diagnosis of cancer

To undertake assessment of women recalled under the NHSBSP according to all guidance and quality standards required by that Programme. This will involve concurrent use of all mammographic interpretation, ultrasound investigation and invasive biopsy skills in conjunction with excellent abilities in patient communication and support

To competently and independently perform interventional procedures such as local anaesthesia administration, skin incisions, ultrasound guided core biopsies and cyst aspirations, stereotactic core biopsies and vacuum assisted biopsies and ensure adequate haemostasis.

To handle any x-ray breast tissue specimens during core biopsies [whilst patient is still in position] as well as surgical biopsy specimens, which are brought to unit for imaging whilst patient is still under general anaesthetic in theatre

To perform ultrasound examinations of the breast and axillae and simultaneously undertake biopsies. As lesions may be only several millimetres in size, a high level of manual dexterity and hand-eye co-ordination is required to ensure accurate sampling.

Directing the use of specialized mammographic equipment being able to retrieve tiny tissue samples for micro-calcification seen in the breast under local anaesthesia and small skin incisions. After removal, being able to accurately place a small marker clip at the same site in case surgery is required following biopsy results.

Ultrasound guided /stereotactic guided localizations including; wire guided and Iodine seed, along with other new localisation methods as they develop. Using ultrasound or mammography equipment to visualize the site of the tumour /area to be surgically removed and, under local anaesthesia, place the localiser exactly at this site, which may be only several millimetres in size

Regular attendance and participation at the weekly breast MDM To participate in the unit interval cancer

To audit one’s own mammography reporting paying attention to specificity and sensitivity

To be able to discuss the patients’ clinical history and present symptoms and able to deal with difficult questions from patients in particular regarding the results of the examinations and further actions To be able to positively respond to unpredictable work patterns and frequent interruptions

Contribute and assist with the strategic and operational development of the imaging service, working closely with internal and external agencies on complex and diverse issues

Have direct management of patient care within the triple assessment team. Judge whether the results of the diagnostic imaging are concordant with the presented pathological findings, and decide on further imaging and biopsy when appropriate. Be an effective member of the multidisciplinary team and be responsible for and help to advise the correct treatment and management pathway

Manage a caseload of mammography reporting, ultrasound scanning, image guided biopsy and localisation procedures, audit and research and other advanced practice duties

Demonstrate commitment to IWL principles and flexible working patterns, to meet the needs of the service and staff

Tackle discrimination and harassment, and promote equality and diversity in the workplace

Reduce sickness absence; work place accidents; and promote zero tolerance on violence against staff

Take responsibility for personal development and education and the development of a Personal Development Plan.

Carry out regular appraisals for staff, ensuring business goals are clearly communicated and linked to objectives

Review training and development of all staff, so all staff have a personal development plan, and support staff in reaching their full potential as identified through the appraisal process




This advert closes on Monday 14 Oct 2024

please see the attached job description and person specification for details, or please contact using the below details.

For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. For more details on the post, please see contact information (see contact details)