CT Radiographer

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking Diagnostic Radiographers with CT experience to join the CT team. The role is based within CT scanning and rotates across two Sheffield sites, delivering varied CT examinations including trauma, neuro, cardiac, vascular and abdominal imaging.

Applicants should hold a DCR or BSc in Diagnostic Radiography with HCPC registration, and display strong communication and multitasking abilities, while working both independently and as part of a

Qualifications

• DCR or BSc in Diagnostic Radiography with HCPC registration.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out CT examinations accurately, safely and efficiently.
• Rotational duties across two Sheffield sites within CT scanning.
• Maintain high standards of patient care and service quality.
• Promote positive professional links with medical and non-medical staff.

Skills

CT imaging experience

Excellent communication

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

DCR or BSc in Diagnostic Radiography

HCPC registration

Tools

Canon CT scanners

Siemens Photon Counting CT

Job description

We are looking for highly motivated Diagnostic Radiographers with existing CT experience to join our CT team. The position is based within CT scanning and is currently rotational across 2 sites within Sheffield Teaching Hospitals.

The range of CT examinations performed is extremely varied and includes trauma imaging, Neuro, Cardiac, Vascular and abdominal imaging including colonography. We also have a commitment towards supporting and developing clinical trials. We are fortunate enough to utilise 4 Canon CT scanners and 1 Siemens Photon Counting CT scanner., To provide a high quality, responsive diagnostic radiographic service as part of a multi-disciplinary team, whilst maintaining a high standard of patient care.

To ensure that safe practice is carried out in accordance with departmental protocols.

Practically to carry out CT examinations accurately, safely and efficiently.

To have a good level of skill & knowledge, in relevant aspects of Radiography encountered in CT scanning, acting as a role model for more junior radiographers and develop their skills.

To maintain positive professional links with other medical and non-medical staff and promote good service and standards within CT.

To deputise for the Superintendent in their absence and liaise with the same to ensure there is continuity and communication within the speciality at all times.

To take daily responsibility for, and direct, the organisation and workflow.

Applicants will have a DCR or BSc in Diagnostic Radiography and have HCPC registration. Applicants should have excellent communication skills, the ability to multi-task and work independently as well as part of our existing team.

Participation in the CT out of hours shifts and on call from home rota is also expected.

You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

The Directorate of Medical Imaging and Medical Physics is one of the largest and most diverse Directorates within Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The role of the Directorate is twofold:o The provision of diagnostic and interventional imaging procedures.o The provision of high quality scientific and technical services in Medical Physics and clinical engineering.

The Directorate holds a budget of £33 million and employs some 690 members of staff who work across the five hospital sites within Sheffield Teaching Hospitals. Medical Imaging and Medical Physics is a key player in every aspect of the services the Trust provides and also delivers services to other Trusts and external organisations.

The directorate is committed to training and staff development and we offer a variety of training opportunities. As an organisation we aim to recruit those who uphold our values that are embedded in our belief to be a premier provider of health care in the region.