Clinical Specialist Radiographer - Interventional Radiology

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a motivated Interventional Radiographer to lead and mentor a dynamic team. This role offers the chance to enhance clinical expertise while contributing to the department's growth and innovation. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and advancing imaging practices. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to make a lasting impact in a supportive environment. Embrace the opportunity to shape the future of radiography in a vibrant healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in IR.
• Experience in supervision and training of radiographers.

Responsibilities

• Lead training and development of radiographers and students.
• Monitor and adjust work priorities based on service demands.

Skills

Interventional Radiology

Clinical Governance

Leadership

Patient Care

Team Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

BSc Diagnostic Radiography

Postgraduate Qualification in Radiography

Job description

Job summary

The Interventional Radiology Department at the Denmark Hill site provides services to a broad range of specialties including Hepatobiliary, Haematology, Vascular, Renal, Gynaecology, Urology and Trauma.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and motivated radiographer to provide strong clinical skills, leadership and teaching support within our busy, forward-looking department.

As a specialist interventional radiographer, you will be expected to provide high-quality supervision and guidance to the large rotational radiographer cohort, to be proactive in the efficient day-to-day running of the department, and to deputise for the IR Superintendent in their absence.

This post would be ideal for an experienced IR radiographer looking to build on their clinical knowledge base and to develop their leadership skills in a friendly department which offer an interesting and varied case mix.

We are looking for a candidate with the confidence to train and mentor our rotational radiographer staff group, particularly in advanced imaging applications, as well as the organisational skills to expand the department's clinical audit programme and CPD offerings.

Come and join our welcoming and supportive IR team during an exciting time for the department, as we upgrade our facilities with state-of-the-art equipment, expand the portfolio of procedures we offer, and look to develop exciting opportunities for radiographer advanced practice over the next few years.

Main duties of the job

• Actively lead in the training and development of radiographers, and student radiographers, assuming professional responsibility for their work.
• Act as team leader, providing support and leadership for the other radiographers working within the department.
• Ensure clinical governance protocols are complied with and corrective actions taken where required.
• Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the imaging service due to emergencies, ensuring that the Trust imaging targets are consistently met.
• Act as a source of knowledge on interventional radiology imaging matters to be consulted by other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Communicate complex information relating to procedures and radiation risks to staff, patients and carers and ensure informed consent for examinations.
• Contribute to service development initiatives in response to the findings of audit and recent evidence by implementing recommendations and monitoring their effectiveness.
• Lead, coach and manage the performance of the team in line with good people management practices, ensuring excellence is recognised and underperformance is addressed.

About us

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full overview of this role, including the responsibilities and expectations, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification document attached to the Supporting Documents of this advert.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For a full overview of this role, including the responsibilities and expectations, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification document attached to the Supporting Documents of this advert.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent)
• Current Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification in Radiography or Leadership and Management (or working towards)
• College of Radiographers accredited Advanced Practitioner (or working towards)

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in IR, with evidence of CPD
• Experience in supervision and training of less experienced radiographers, students and departmental staff in a specialised modality
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Experience of the daily management of a defined work area
• Able to present oral and written information effectively
• Evidence of recent CPD relevant to the role

Desirable

• Awareness of NHS targets that affect IR departments
• Experience of undertaking research and/or clinical audit
• Prepared to undergo role extension training if necessary
• Experience as a Radiation Protection Supervisor
• Experience in advanced image-guidance applications, e.g. CBCT, needle guidance, fusion
• Project management experience

Personal Characteristics

Essential

• Demonstrates a positive approach to patient care
• Able to self-motivate and work on own initiative
• Able to organise and prioritise workload
• Flexible approach to working practice, evidence of responding to service needs
• Able to work to deadlines
• Able to think logically, independently and solve problems
• Good organisational skills
• Able to evaluate complex information
• Leadership experience and the ability to work in a team
• Able to lead, support and motivate other members of the team

Person Specification
Education and Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent)
• Current Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification in Radiography or Leadership and Management (or working towards)
• College of Radiographers accredited Advanced Practitioner (or working towards)

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in IR, with evidence of CPD
• Experience in supervision and training of less experienced radiographers, students and departmental staff in a specialised modality
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Experience of the daily management of a defined work area
• Able to present oral and written information effectively
• Evidence of recent CPD relevant to the role

Desirable

• Awareness of NHS targets that affect IR departments
• Experience of undertaking research and/or clinical audit
• Prepared to undergo role extension training if necessary
• Experience as a Radiation Protection Supervisor
• Experience in advanced image-guidance applications, e.g. CBCT, needle guidance, fusion
• Project management experience

Personal Characteristics

Essential

• Demonstrates a positive approach to patient care
• Able to self-motivate and work on own initiative
• Able to organise and prioritise workload
• Flexible approach to working practice, evidence of responding to service needs
• Able to work to deadlines
• Able to think logically, independently and solve problems
• Good organisational skills
• Able to evaluate complex information
• Leadership experience and the ability to work in a team
• Able to lead, support and motivate other members of the team

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

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Additional information
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

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address

King's College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

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