Senior Radiographer

The Methodist Church in Britain; City of Westminster; Presencial; GBP 42 000 - 56 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth is seeking a Senior Radiographer for its Imaging Department in London. You will perform diagnostic radiography across general x-ray, theatres and fluoroscopy and contribute to clinical governance.

The ideal candidate will hold HCPC registration, have at least two years' post-qualification imaging experience, and be able to work independently within a busy team.

Qualificações

• HCPC registration required.
• Two years post-qualification imaging experience.
• Diploma or BSc in radiography.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) is required.

Responsabilidades

• Perform diagnostic radiographic procedures across general x-ray, theatres and fluoroscopy.
• Assess clinical justification of referrals and advise referrers and patients.
• Acquire diagnostic images and position the full range of patient presentations.
• Operate advanced software on specialised radiological equipment.
• Review images with radiologists and consider supplementary imaging.
• Organise, co-ordinate and prioritise departmental workflow, including staff allocation during absence.
• Maintain high standards of patient care and professional practice within a team.

Conhecimentos

Decision-making

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent working

Formação académica

Diploma in Radiography or BSc Hons

CPD evidence

Descrição da oferta de emprego

This Senior Radiographer post sits in the Imaging Department at The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth, a charitable private hospital. The work centres on diagnostic imaging across general x-ray, theatres and fluoroscopy, alongside referral assessment and taking part in departmental governance such as risk, safety and audit. The role suits a radiographer working in a busy department with a wide clinical range, including cannulation and contrast injection after training. Current HCPC registration and at least two years' post-qualification imaging experience are required.

What the job involves

• Perform diagnostic radiographic procedures across general x-ray, theatres and fluoroscopy throughout the hospital
• Assess clinical justification of referrals and advise referrers and patients on them
• Acquire diagnostic images and position the full range of patient presentations
• Operate advanced software on specialised radiological equipment
• Review images with radiologists and consider supplementary imaging
• Organise, co-ordinate and prioritise departmental workflow, including staff allocation during absence
• Maintain high standards of patient care and professional practice, working as part of a team
• Take part in departmental governance, including risk management, health and safety and audit
• Perform IV cannulation and manual contrast injection after training and competency sign-off
• Troubleshoot equipment faults and make provision for service during failure
• Liaise with other departments, wards and external sources
• Adapt quickly to changes in service, patients or departmental need

Qualifications

• Diagnostic Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc (Hons)
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)

Registration & licences

• Current HCPC registration

Experience

• At least two years' post-qualification experience in diagnostic imaging

Skills & knowledge

• Evidence of decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Works independently and accurately