Job summary
- Main area
- Imaging Services
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent: Remit is across Imaging BU and whilst based at RDH & QHB, working at all UHDB Imaging sites will be required
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Regular working at RDH and QHB, occasional working at Community sites and working from home.)
- Job ref
- 320-CDCS-2845
- Employer
- University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Derby Hospital
- Town
- Derby
- Salary
- £43,742 - £50,056 pro rata pa
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 07/07/2024 23:59
- Interview date
- 19/07/2024
Employer heading
![University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust logo](https://static.trac.jobs/employer-logos/365.png)
Supt Radiographer - Education & Professional Development - Compliance
Band 7
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
With over 13,000 members of staff you can expect huge variety and new opportunities every day! Our staff go above and beyond and take pride in caring for our patients.
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is fully committed to promoting inclusion, equality, diversity and human rights in employment and delivery of its services. The Trust is committed to providing an environment where all employees, patients, carers and visitors experience equality of opportunity by means of understanding and appreciating the value of diversity.
As a Trust we promote an inclusive environment and welcome applications from a diverse pool of talent and backgrounds. All individuals are valued and given every opportunity to succeed based on merit.
The Trust actively encourages applications from members of our Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. These groups are under-represented in our organisation, and it’s important to us that our workforce reflects the diversity of our communities as much as possible.
The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer and committed to both employing and retaining people with disabilities. This commitment is to guarantee an interview for any candidate that has disclosed a disability under the Equality Act 2010 and who meets the essential criteria set out in the person specification. Reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010 will be considered upon request.
Join us and help make a real difference to our Trust.
Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for;
Job overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic HCPC registered Radiographer to support the training and education of our team, enabling the safe, efficient and effective provision of the Imaging Service across University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will focus on the training and continuing professional development required to maintain compliance with the Ionising Radiation Regulations and the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations within the University Hospitals Derby and Burton Imaging Service. They will ensure that the patient safety and patient experience is always at the forefront of their interactions with staff and all types of service users.
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited for the position of Superintendent Radiographer - Education & Professional Development - Compliance
The post holder will be a key member of the Imaging Compliance Team and have first line responsibility for the delivery of training and professional development to present and future staff, with a particular focus radiation protection. This post holder will oversee the education and training needs of both students and staff members in order to meet the Imaging service's requirement to be compliant with relevant legislation in order to maintain the safety of patients, visitors and staff.
If you believe you have the skills, enthusiasm and ambition to join our team we would love to hear from you.
Closing date of applications: 07 July 2024
Interview Date: 19 July 2024
Working for our organisation
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
- Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development
- On-going support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
- A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts about our Trust:
- We see on average 4810 OP appointments per day.
- We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week.
- An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country.
- Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
- Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
- We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
- We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers
Person specification
Qualification
Essential criteria
- BSc Hons or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography.
- Current HCPC registration.
- Significant post registration practice, resulting in the broadening of expert knowledge and experience.
- Highly specialised knowledge in imaging, underpinned by theory and experience.
- Experience of delivering training to staff from a range of roles and grades
Desirable criteria
- Leadership and/or communication training.
- Portfolio demonstrating multiple CPD activities.
- Management Experience.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Expert knowledge in core practice imaging examinations, underpinned by theory and experience.
- Up to date breadth and knowledge of IRMER and IRR.
- Proven track record in training, educating and mentoring Imaging staff.
- Proven organisational skills.
- Proven problem solving skills.
Desirable criteria
- PG Certification in Radiographic Education or equivalent.
- Knowledge of QSI
Experience
Essential criteria
- Demonstration of high standards of technical skills.
- Experience and enthusiasm for training staff and students.
- Experience and enthusiasm for sharing knowledge, experience and for promoting quality and good governance.
- Progressive and successful attitude to own CPD.
- Experience of providing CPD opportunities to others.
Desirable criteria
- Experience in Radiographic education roles.
- Experience of organisation of CPD lectures, study days and short courses.
Skills and Ability
Essential criteria
- High level verbal and written communication skills demonstrating empathy, influence, negotiation, brevity and clarity.
- Leadership skills supporting service delivery, guiding and leading junior staff to meet quality standards and targets.
- An ability to respond to new technology and procedures.
- Manipulation of complex equipment
- Experience of assessing training needs and maintaining appropriate training records
Desirable criteria
- Experience in supporting and mentoring junior staff.
- Experience in preceptorship and supporting newly qualified staff during their transition into registered practice.
Behaviours
Essential criteria
- Calm and empathic personality
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Role model with a good work ethic.
- Able to manage and communicate highly sensitive information.
- Be highly self-motivated.
Desirable criteria
- Commitment to lifelong learning for self and supporting others to achieve the same.
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
- Mike Barnard
- Job title
- Clinical Manager: Safety, Quality and Compliance
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07917650863
- Additional information
Emma Lawson: Superintendent Radiographer Ionising Radiation Compliance.
01332 788578
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
University Hospital of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Training Centre
Rehab Block
Level 3
Derby
Derbyshire
DE22 3NE
- Telephone
- 01332 788466
List jobs with University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust in Allied Health Professions or all sectors