Senior Diagnostic Radiographer

University Hospitals Of North Midlands Nhs Trust; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is seeking Diagnostic Radiographers to join our Community X-ray team across multiple sites in North Staffordshire. Roles are offered on a part-time, flexible basis with a 7-day rotation.

You will work alongside Radiographers and Assistant Practitioners at the new Community Diagnostics Centre and existing sites, delivering high-quality care in a dynamic imaging department.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months working knowledge of plain film radiography.
• Experience using a RIS and PACS system.
• Organisation, prioritisation and planning skills.
• Awareness and knowledge of current H&S regulations.
• Experience and understanding of Quality Assurance.
• Good knowledge of IRR17 & IR(ME)R regulations.

Responsibilities

• Act as clinical lead when on duty.
• Organise and prioritise competing clinical demands.
• Ensure a safe, clean, professional environment.
• Be knowledgeable, confident and approachable while on site.
• Contribute to a 7-day rotation across multiple community sites.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisation & planning

Patient-centred care

Awareness of H&S regulations

QA knowledge

IRR17 & IR(ME)R knowledge

Pressure handling

Full driving licence

Education

A Level or equivalent

DCR/BSC in Diagnostic Radiography

HCPC registration

CPD evidence

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

Job summary

Following the opening of our state-of-the-art Community Diagnostics Centre (CDC) in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, UHNM's Imaging Department is delighted to invite applications from enthusiastic and motivated Diagnostic Radiographers to join our Community X-ray team. Roles are available on a part-time, and flexible basis.

In this vital support role, you'll work alongside Radiographers and Assistant Practitioners at the new CDC and across our four existing community sites. The team operates seven X-ray rooms across five locations in North Staffordshire, including:

• Haywood Hospital
• Leek Moorlands Hospital
• Longton Cottage Hospital
• Cobridge Health Centre
• Hanley CDC

You’ll be part of a rotational team, delivering high-quality care across all sites.

We're looking for individuals who are passionate about patient-centred care, excellent communicators, and adaptable team players ready to make a difference in a dynamic, multi-site environment.

Main duties of the job

You will act as clinical lead when you are on duty. You will organise and prioritise competing clinical demands. You will be responsible for ensuring a safe, clean, professional environment that we can all be proud of. You will need to be knowledgeable, confident, handle pressure well whilst still being approachable, supportive and caring to all.

You may be a band 6 Radiographer looking for a change or an experienced Band 5 Radiographer looking to progress and join an exciting imaging department.

We would welcome you to come and visit our department if you are interested to take a look for yourself and meet our small friendly fantastic team! This can be arranged with the management team via email or telephone.

Please note you will need a BSc Hons Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent, HCPC registration, a minimum of 12 Months NHS experience; and have had recent work experience within a general x-ray team using digital radiography technology.

Successful candidates will be expected to contribute towards the community teams 7 day rotation which includes shifts from 7am to 10pm and also BH's.

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM) is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we’re highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.

At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.

Job responsibilities

For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 12 Months working knowledge of Plain Film Radiography
• Experience of using a RIS and PACS System
• Organisation, Prioritisation and Planning Skills
• Awareness and knowledge of current H & S Regulations
• Experience and understanding of Quality Assurance
• Good Knowledge of current IRR17 & IR(ME)R Regulations

Desirable

• Knowledge of Wellbeing CRIS and Sectra PACS systems
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Applications
• Knowledge of Equipment
• Experience of working in an NHS Imaging Department

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to 'A' Level or Equivalent
• Educated to DCR/BSC in Diagnostic Radiography
• Registered with the HCPC
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Educated to PgCert/PgDip/MSc in a Modality/Speciality
• Completion of a RPS Course

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Good Interpersonal skills
• Reliable, Flexible, Trustworthy, Assertive, Innovative
• High standard of Diagnostic Imaging
• Willingness to train others
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle (Essential due to community-based role)
• Ability to participate in 24/7 rosters and flexible approach

Desirable

• Experience of Appraising Junior / Support Staff

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.

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