CT Radiographer

Seprinsa; London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic registered CT Radiographer to work in close conjunction with the CT Operational Lead Radiographers, CT Modality Lead and the wider team at our CT unit at Mile End Hospital which is part of the new Community Diagnostics Centre and the existing Early Diagnosis Centre.

Potential candidates should preferably have at least two years' experience of working within CT and have at least 2 years of post-qualifying experience. Excellent communication and computer skills are essential.

You will be working on a rota basis within the CT team covering 12-hour days, 08:00-20:00, Monday to Sunday.

We will be providing a service to a wide range of cancer, urgent, rheumatology and routine outpatients across North East of London. In this role, it is essential to have good organisational skills, good working relationships and be motivated and able to demonstrate how you can motivate others within the team.

The benefits you will get from joining the Imaging team are a strong commitment to your individual personal development, the prospect to work with a proactive and friendly team of peers, and a department that is always open to new ideas and suggestions from all team members, providing a collaborative working environment and a just culture.

Main duties of the job

The aim of this role is to provide high quality, effective Imaging services for the CT department at Mile End Hospital.

The post holder will work closely with other CT radiographers and clinical staff of all grades for safe, prompt and effective imaging of outpatients.

CT has a crucial role in the provision of primary diagnoses and follow-up in cancer and long term disabling conditions. Patients may present unconscious, un-cooperative, incapacitated, incompetent, or with physical and mental disabilities. Some may exhibit anti-social or threatening behaviour. It is necessary to provide empathy and emotional support to the bereaved, terminally ill, injured and traumatised.

About Us

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

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

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.

Date posted

11 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£44,806 to £53,134 a year per annum inc

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

259-6962406RLHCDC-A

Job locations

Mile End Hospital

London

E1 4DG

Job Description

Job responsibilities

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Radiography or DCR
• Current Health and Care Professions Council registration
• IV cannulations- or willingness to achieve this skill in house

Desirable

• Radiation Protection Supervisor experience
• Post Graduate qualification in CT (or willing to undertake this)
• CT Colon training (or willingness to undertake this)

Experience

Essential

• Band 6 radiographer in general and specialised Imaging procedures including CT
• Post qualification experience
• Evidence of CPD, including attendance at relevant short course & study days
• Participation in Quality Assurance / Clinical Governance initiatives.

Desirable

• Participation in the recruitment and selection process of Band 3 staff

Knowledge

Essential

• Portfolio of evidence of continuing professional development
• Understanding of Clinical Governance and Health and Safety

Desirable

• Awareness of new developments in CT
• Some knowledge of wider NHS issues

Skills

Essential

• Competent to perform IV injections and cannulation (or willing to undergo training)
• Teaching and training skills with the ability to adapt training and teaching styles in response to needs of the trainee.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and delegate when required
• Excellent communication skills and presentation skills
• To have effective problem solving skills
• Good computer skills- including RIS, PACS and CRS
• Able to communicate with patients in an empathetic manner regarding their treatment and procedures

Other

Essential

• Ability to work within a team
• Able to participate in extended weekday working and weekends
• Commitment to developing culture of openness and partnership.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Mile End Hospital

London

E1 4DG

Employer's website

https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk