Job summary
- Main area
- Diagnostic Radiographer
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 279-7258228-JUN25
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Sussex County Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £37,338 - £44,962 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 02/07/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Senior IR Radiographer
Band 6
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
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 our Wellbeing 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 overview
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.
Working for our organisation
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 our Wellbeing 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.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Detailed job description and main 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
Essential criteria
- Degree/Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography
- 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
Desirable criteria
- Mentions specifics of working at UHS/RSCH
Patient/care focussed
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of providing patient-focused care
- Understanding of Patient First
- Trust Values
Team working
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of team working within Imaging
- Evidence of working in a wider multidisciplinary team
Safety
Essential criteria
- Awareness of IR(ME)R 2017
- Awareness of IRR 2017
Desirable criteria
- Awareness of HEalth and Safety (RIDDOR, COSHH, Health and Safety at Work Act etc.)
- Data Protection/GDPR awareness
Modality experience
Essential criteria
- Experienced radiographer- at least 12 months qualified
Desirable criteria
- Experience in IR
- Experience in Neuro Imaging
- Experience in cross-sectional
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Silvia De Innocentiis
- Job title
- Superintendent Radiographer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273696955
- Additional information
extension 64240
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