Clinical Specialist Radiographer

Working within a multi-disciplinary team the post-holder will contribute to the safe and effective running of the imaging department. They will be an expert in their field of clinical practice and will be able to perform a wide range of x-ray examinations to a high standard. The post holder will be required to rotate through CT, IR and General X-ray and they will participate in the delivery of a 24/7, 365 service. This is a leadership role and the post holder will offer supervision to band 5 and 6 radiographers, assistant practitioners, imaging assistants, students/apprentices and visitors to the imaging department, they will be required to deputise for the modality lead and role model professional behaviours. The post holder will ensure patient flow in the trust by actively managing the flow of emergency and in-patients to ensure same day imaging. The post holder will be key in ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and experience. The post holder at all times will demonstrate a high level of professionalism and act in accordance with the HCPC standards of proficiency. Furthermore, they are expected to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with other staff members characterized by trust, mutual respect and open, honest communication.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Essential: - BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography, DCR(D) Diploma of the College of Radiographers, or equivalents; - Health and Care Professions Council Registration; - Evidence of career-long commitment to CPD

Desirable: - Student Clinical Assessors Course; - College of Radiographers accredited IV cannulation course; - Postgraduate study in a relevant area

Essential: - Postgraduate study in a relevant area; - Able to work unsupervised; - Awareness of clinical governance issues in relation to patient care.; - Understanding of factors affecting service throughput and quality; - Completion of preceptorship; - Experience of on-call and out of hours roster; - Leadership and mentoring experience

Desirable: - CT and/or Interventional Radiography experience.; - care. Understanding of factors affecting service throughput and quality Completion of preceptorship CT and/or Interventional Radiography experience. Previous experience as Band 7 radiographer. Experience of training staff and students.; - Demonstrates ongoing CPD.

Essential: - Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills; - Effective communication in a wide range of situations in writing, person or by telephone; - Computer and keyboard skills.; - Keep all records up to date in a clear, accurate and concise manner on a day-to-day basis.; - Fluent in verbal and written English.