Senior Radiographer

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Job summary

Senior Radiographer
Great Ormond Street is a world-renowned tertiary referral specialist children's hospital, in the heart of Central London. We see children of all ages with a myriad of conditions, which provide for a truly interesting and varied workload in all modalities.

We are seeking to recruit Radiographers for our diagnostic service. This rotational position, at the core of the Service, provides a wealth of opportunity to those looking to be part of a high quality and respected department.

This role would suit those with a postgraduate Radiography experience, looking to develop their specialist paediatric Radiography skills and utilise their clinical skills in a supportive and innovative department, where maintaining an excellent diagnostic service to patients and their families is key.

You will be working closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team in providing this service. Good communication skills and excellent team working abilities are essential for this post.

Applications are invited from experienced radiographers wishing to expand their horizons and develop in an exciting and challenging role within our Radiology department.

The CCC will have an entire floor dedicated to imaging and will include state of the art technology with a CT, MRI and PET-CT scanner.

Previous applicants have already been assessed for the role and do not need to apply.

Unfortunately we are unable to provide relocation assistance for this role.

We have Fixed Term and Permanent Roles available

Main duties of the job

• To carry out all aspects of Paediatric Radiographic examinations as directed by the Superintendent Radiographer or senior members of staff on a rotational basis.
• To carry out all radiographic examinations as per departmental protocol set out within the Ionisation Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations 2017 guidelines and Ionising Radiation Regulations 1
• To assist with the supervision of student radiographers on study placement with the Trust.
• To assist with the induction and training of new staff in the department
• To be familiar with departmental administration systems.
• To carry out clerical duties related to radiographic work ensuring accurate data entry onto EPIC.
• To promote good working relationships and teamwork with the multi-disciplinary team within Radiology.
• To promote good working relationship with the clinical teams and ward staff to ensure patients are investigated appropriately and on time.
• To work in accordance with IRR (17) and IR(ME)R 2017 regulations.
• To take responsibility for the radiation protection of staff, patients and carers.
• Great Ormond Street Hospital Trust is a dynamic organisation, therefore changes in the core duties and responsibilities of the role may be required from time to time. These guidelines are not a term or condition of contract

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks.

Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Job description
Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential

• BSc in Radiography/Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent
• Health and Care Professions Council registration to Practice

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification within a Diagnostic Imaging discipline

Experience/Knowledge and awareness of:

Essential

• Demonstrable post registration experience in clinical diagnostic imaging
• Demonstrable working experience in multiple modalities
• Experience and knowledge of working in compliance with: o UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) o IRR (17) and IR(ME)R 2017 o Clinical Governance o Quality Assurance
• Experience of clinical audit for service/quality improvement
• Experience of teaching and supervising junior diagnostic imaging professionals

Desirable

• Post registration experience in paediatric clinical diagnostic imaging
• Working Knowledge of PACS and Electronic Records System (EPIC) system
• Working experience within diagnostic imaging in the NHS

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a time crucial and pressurised environment
• Interest and commitment to further professional development within the field of paediatric diagnostic imaging

GOSH Culture and Values

Essential

• GOSH Always Values

Experience/Knowledge and awareness of:

Essential

• Understanding the needs of patients, carers and families
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
• Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
• Ability to use own initiative and work autonomously when required
• Able to adapt and time manage against changing priorities throughout the working day

Person Specification
Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential

• BSc in Radiography/Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent
• Health and Care Professions Council registration to Practice

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification within a Diagnostic Imaging discipline

Experience/Knowledge and awareness of:

Essential

• Demonstrable post registration experience in clinical diagnostic imaging
• Demonstrable working experience in multiple modalities
• Experience and knowledge of working in compliance with: o UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) o IRR (17) and IR(ME)R 2017 o Clinical Governance o Quality Assurance
• Experience of clinical audit for service/quality improvement
• Experience of teaching and supervising junior diagnostic imaging professionals

Desirable

• Post registration experience in paediatric clinical diagnostic imaging
• Working Knowledge of PACS and Electronic Records System (EPIC) system
• Working experience within diagnostic imaging in the NHS

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a time crucial and pressurised environment
• Interest and commitment to further professional development within the field of paediatric diagnostic imaging

GOSH Culture and Values

Essential

• GOSH Always Values

Experience/Knowledge and awareness of:

Essential

• Understanding the needs of patients, carers and families
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
• Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
• Ability to use own initiative and work autonomously when required
• Able to adapt and time manage against changing priorities throughout the working day

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Great Ormond Street

London

WC1N 3JH

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