Senior IR Radiographer

NHS; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS foundation trust in Brighton seeks an enthusiastic Senior IR Radiographer to join their dynamic team. The role involves specializing in interventional radiology, contributing to patient care, and supporting junior staff. The ideal candidate will be committed to excellence in imaging outcomes and teamwork in a vibrant department.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered and qualified radiographer with NHS experience.
• Knowledge in interventional radiology and trauma.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Work as a core member of the Interventional Radiology team.
• Undertake clinical duties to provide high-quality imaging services.
• Participate in the 7-day extended day and out-of-hours rotas.

Skills

Interventional radiology

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

HCPC registration

Experience in trauma and A&E plain film radiography

Experience in general radiography

Job description

Go back University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Senior IR Radiographer

The closing date is 02 July 2025

We are seeking to employ an enthusiastic and dynamic senior radiographer whose role will be to specialise in the field of interventional radiology. This exciting opportunity will be perfect for a suitably qualified radiographer who is committed to providing and maintaining a very high standard of patient care and imaging outcomes.

The successful candidate will be part of our closely integrated imaging department teams and will be rewarded with the potential to expand their experience in these modalities as well as having the chance to develop their role in supporting junior staff and students.

Main duties of the job

Interventional radiology procedures are performed on a Philips Azurion 7 system in the main imaging department and we also have Philips Allura Clarity equipment dedicated to interventional procedures in a hybrid theatre suite.

This is a very friendly and social imaging department and, situated in the heart of vibrant Brighton, offers a very positive choice to anyone seeking a challenging and satisfying career and a full range of non-work-related activities.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job responsibilities

• The Radiographer will be expected to work as a core member of the Interventional Radiology team at the Royal Sussex County Hospital (RSCH) site.
• The radiographer will need to be able to undertake a wide range of clinical duties to provide a high quality imaging service and assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients, encouraging and supporting colleagues to do so also.
• To ensure the department delivers an exemplary service and experience to patients and members of the public.
• To ensure departmental adherence to Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)R) 2017 and Ionising Radiation Regulations (IRR) 2017, and the Trusts policies, protocols and guidelines.
• Actively participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, both within Imaging and outside of the department.
• Support the Superintendent Radiographers to ensure the day to day running of the Interventional Radiology and Neuro Interventional Radiology Departments are smoothly co-ordinated.
• The post-holder will be expected to participate in the 7-day extended day and out-of-hours (OOH) rotas, providing a high standard of emergency service for the Royal Sussex County Hospital. This post also has a commitment to some weekend shifts as part of core working hours.

Person Specification

Training, HCPC registration and NHS experience

• HCPC registration
• Previous NHS experience
• Experience in trauma and A&E plain film radiography
• Experience in general radiography including plain film, mobile, theatres and fluoroscopy

Working at UH Sussex

• Mentions specifics of working at UHS/RSCH
• Evidence of providing patient-focused care
• Understanding of Patient First
• Trust Values
• Evidence of team working within Imaging
• Evidence of working in a wider multidisciplinary team

Safety

• Awareness of IR(ME)R 2017
• Awareness of IRR 2017
• Awareness of HEalth and Safety (RIDDOR, COSHH, Health and Safety at Work Act etc.)

Modality experience

• Experienced radiographer- at least 12 months qualified
• Experience in IR
• Experience in Neuro Imaging
• Experience in cross-sectional

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)