Lead Ct Radiographer

Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a band 7 CT Radiographer to join our friendly and committed team of CT and MR trained radiographers.The James Paget University Hospital is located on the beautiful Norfolk and Suffolk coastline, with the beach within walking distance from the Trust.
Norwich is a city of history, culture and entertainment, only 20 miles away and the Norfolk Broads appeal to anyone wishing to escape the hustle and bustle or enjoy some water sports.
It really does suit all tastes.Our hospital is an amazing place to work and we would welcome the opportunity to talk to you about joining our team here on England's east coast Main duties of the job The Department has a new Diagnostic Assessment Centre, which has expanded our CT service into a brand new building close to the current hospital.
We also have a new Community diagnostic centre opening in April next year and we are looking to recruit further senior staff members to support safe patient care at a remote site.We undertake all general CT work within our 3 CT scanners providing support to A&E, wards and out-patient imaging.We are looking for someone who is motivated to ensure that each patient receives a good and safe experience from an understanding and friendly face.
The team work hard to achieve this and patients are at the centre of all of our plans.The successful candidate will be passionate and have extensive knowledge and experience of CT.
They will have further qualifications in CT imaging or be willing to work towards one.
They will be someone with excellent communication skills, drive and enthusiasm to lead this service forward.This role will be mainly clinical and supervisory with the expectation that the candidate will provide the team with training support and strong leadership.
There will be an expectation that the lead will deputise in the absence of the Head of CT/MR also.
Radiographers currently rotate in both CT and MR 7 days a week and we have radiography students , both traditional route and apprentices.
About us The James Paget University Hospital is a vibrant university hospital providing the best possible care to the people of east Norfolk and north Suffolk.
We are situated on the coast with several beautiful beaches and the Broads National Park on the doorstep, and we are within commuting distance of Norwich city centre.Personal and professional development is key within the James Paget University HospitalDevelopment of self: We will support you in achieving your career goals, through our well-structured supervision and appraisal system.
The department actively encourages the utilization of courses and training opportunities provided and signposted through our Operational Development and Wellbeing Service.
Training opportunities range from clinical and non-clinical skills, through to leadership and the development of others.
The department's links with the Education Department continue to grow with the use of CPD funding as available.
Job description Job responsibilities This role includes :Supervision and support of staff, including training them in the field of CTDevelopment and review of policies and procedures in relation to CTEnsuring systems are quality assured, maintained and operating safelyLeadership and deputising for the Head of CT/MRAlways looking for innovative service developments and improvements to the current service .
Developing business cases where requiredPls see JD for further information.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential DCR/BSC hcpc Desirable post grad qualification or working towards expereince and knowldge Essential worked band 6 or above previoulsy (within CT) advanced knowledge of CT - experience/evidence/knowledge of safety contrast knowledge/cannulation pathways/targets experience/understanding/knowledge CPD demonstration research /audit experience/knowledge Desirable knowledge/experience of equipment maintenance contracts /budgets knowledge/experience management areas such as budgets , RCAs, appraisal systems, recruitmnet , student mentoring/teaching skills/abilities Essential organising/prioritising difficult conversations professional communication- meetings/presentations/teaching etc able to work shifts including weekends Accurate record keeping physical health/dexterity/manual handling beahvioural Essential Trust values demonstartion Desirable mention of trsut in application/reserach