Deputy Superintendent Radiographer/Trainee Reporting Radiographer

Job description

Job summary

This Deputy Superintendent Radiographer (Fluoroscopy/Interventional Radiology)/Trainee Reporting Radiographer Development Post offers an opportunity for an experienced radiographer to develop within a progressive imaging service at West Middlesex University Hospital.

As a progression post, the successful candidate will be appointed as a Band 6. Upon completion of the attached progression checklist, they will be uplifted to Band 7. Progression is expected to take between 12-24 months.Please review the attached progression checklist for further details.

The successful candidate will support the safe, effective and efficient delivery of fluoroscopy and interventional radiology services, while undertaking formal postgraduate training to develop as a reporting radiographer in Adult Contrast Swallow examinations.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will support the safe, effective and efficient delivery of fluoroscopy and interventional radiology services, while undertaking formal postgraduate training to develop as a reporting radiographer in Adult Contrast Swallow examinations.

The Deputy Superintendent Radiographer / Trainee Reporting Radiographer will undertake formal postgraduate training to perform, interpret and report Adult Contrast Swallow examinations, in line with an agreed scope of practice, local governance arrangements and competency requirements.

The post-holder will deputise for the Superintendent Radiographer for Fluoroscopy, Interventional Radiology in their absence, and will support the safe, efficient and effective running of the fluoroscopy and interventional radiology service at West Middlesex University Hospital

About us

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sitesChelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospitalalong with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Refer to Key roles and Responsibilities, Job Description

In summary-

Deputise for the Superintendent Radiographer in their absence.

Assist with workforce planning and daily operational management.

Support staff development, appraisals and competency assessment.

Lead elements of quality improvement and service transformation.

Promote a culture of innovation, safety and continuous improvement.

Support implementation of departmental policies, procedures and protocols.

Contribute to radiation safety initiatives, dose optimisation and governance programmes.

Act as a role model for junior staff and students.

Once Qualified as B7 reporting radiographer and competency sign-off, governance approval and independent reporting requirements are met:

Independently perform and report Adult Contrast Swallow examinations within agreed scope of practice.

Participate in reporting audit and peer review programmes.

Contribute to development of reporting pathways and service expansion.

Provide specialist advice to referrers and multidisciplinary teams regarding Adult Contrast Swallow examinations.

Contribute to protocol development and service improvement relating to fluoroscopy reporting.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Refer to Key roles and Responsibilities, Job Description

In summary-

Deputise for the Superintendent Radiographer in their absence.

Assist with workforce planning and daily operational management.

Support staff development, appraisals and competency assessment.

Lead elements of quality improvement and service transformation.

Promote a culture of innovation, safety and continuous improvement.

Support implementation of departmental policies, procedures and protocols.

Contribute to radiation safety initiatives, dose optimisation and governance programmes.

Act as a role model for junior staff and students.

Once Qualified as B7 reporting radiographer and competency sign-off, governance approval and independent reporting requirements are met:

Independently perform and report Adult Contrast Swallow examinations within agreed scope of practice.

Participate in reporting audit and peer review programmes.

Contribute to development of reporting pathways and service expansion.

Provide specialist advice to referrers and multidisciplinary teams regarding Adult Contrast Swallow examinations.

Contribute to protocol development and service improvement relating to fluoroscopy reporting.

Person Specification

Esesential and Desirable criteria as stipulated in Job Description

Essential

• Trust Values
• Education & Qualifications
• Experience
• Physical Requirements
• Skills and Knowledge
• Personal Qualities

Desirable

• Education & Qualifications
• Experience
• Skills and Knowledge

Person Specification
Esesential and Desirable criteria as stipulated in Job Description

Essential

• Trust Values
• Education & Qualifications
• Experience
• Physical Requirements
• Skills and Knowledge
• Personal Qualities

Desirable

• Education & Qualifications
• Experience
• Skills and Knowledge

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

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

Additional information
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 .

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. .
UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF

United Kingdom

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