About this role
Job summary
The post holder will work in conjunction with and deputise for the CSI lead radiographer to provide a seamless and efficient service for all Cross-Sectional Imaging.
To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and deliver a high-quality Cross-Sectional Imaging service for a variety of paediatric presentations, supporting band 6 radiographers and able to act as an expert resource to provide clinical and technical advice.
Pro rata participation in the CT/MRI on-call rota is required and the post holder must have a flexible approach to the working hours to accommodate the demands of the department.
Main duties of the job
In conjunction with the Lead CSI radiographer and Departmental Clinical Manager, to be responsible for the delivery of a comprehensive and effective CSI imaging service.
To deputise for the Lead CSI radiographer when appropriate which may include, facilitating the staff personal development, and PDR's.
To provide professional support for staff and to propose plans to improve patient care within current professional and legal standards, local and national policies.
To participate in monitoring the effectiveness of departmental protocols and procedures.
Participate in the training and development of radiographers, student radiographers, and imaging department assistants in conjunction with the Radiology Practice Education Facilitator (PEF).
To act an as expert resource to provide clinical and technical advice to radiographers and other clinical staff.
To participate in Research and audit within the speciality and the wider MDT.
To always uphold the Trust values and NHS values, behaving in a professional, empathetic, inclusive, safe, confidential and compassionate manner towards all staff, patients, visitors and carers.
To act as Radiation Protection Supervisor for CSI
Undertake any other duties identified by Radiology Management Team that are appropriate at the time of request in line with the grading of the post
About us
As one of Europe's biggest and busiest children's hospitals, at Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust, we treat everything from common illnesses to highly complex and specialist conditions. We also provide specialist inpatient care for children with complex mental health needs in our recently relocated and newly opened state of the art facility.
Alder Hey has a thriving research portfolio and leads research into children's medicines, infection, inflammation and oncology. We are becoming recognised as one of the world's leaders in children's healthcare and research. We contribute to public health, lead cutting-edge research and teach the next generation of children's specialists.
We know that a children's hospital is different and that our job is more than just treating an illness. To us, every child is an individual. As well as giving them the very best care, we set out to make them feel happy, safe and confident as they play, learn and grow. At Alder Hey we are here to look after a child and their family and that includes mums, dads, brothers and sisters.
Sponsorship - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the government website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for management support and deputise in the delivery of a comprehensive and effective CSI imaging service.
To support the CSI Lead radiographer within the CSI service, the staff, personal development, PDRs, and act a line manager for sickness/absence, capability, disciplinary and professional issues.
To provide professional support for staff and to develop plans to improve patient care within current professional and legal standards, local and national policies.
To monitor the effectiveness of departmental protocols and procedures utilising audit/research to initiate and implement new protocols and procedures
Facilitate the training and development of radiographers, student radiographers, and imaging department assistants in conjunction with the Radiology Practice Education Facilitator (PEF).
Person Specification
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- BSc or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography
- Level 7 Education or equivalent experience
- Experience in a cross sectional department
Desirable
- Paediatric Experience
- Extensive CT experience
- Extensive MRI experience
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Eaton Road
LIVERPOOL
L12 2AP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://alderhey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)