Rotational CT Radiographer

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Radiology Directorate at Stockport NHS Foundation Trust for a suitably experienced Radiographer with appropriate clinical and leadership skills to take on a Senior Radiographer role, rotating through clinical areas of CT, Interventional Radiology, and General X-ray.

Applicants for this role will have substantial NHS working experience. A thorough comprehension of basic CT examinations and substantial general X-ray experience is essential; and Interventional Radiology experience is desirable.

The successful applicant must be adept at dynamic team working in a fast-paced imaging department; be able to prioritise workload; and also work autonomously and independently following defined imaging pathways and protocols.

Candidates without a thorough comprehension of CT examinations may be offered a trainee CT Band 5 post, and will be promoted to Band 6 upon successful completion of the in-house training programme.

To work as part of a multidisciplinary team with high standards of patient care to provide a comprehensive and efficient 24hr Imaging service following policies and procedures as specified by the Radiology Directorate.

To meet the demands of a modern, busy Radiology department with excellence and leadership.

The post holder will be required to be a first line supervisor to junior and support staff.

We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.

If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.

We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.

Benefits we offer to you:

• Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
• Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice

• To assist the radiologists/other radiographers/radiology nurses during patient examinations in the Radiology Department.
• To undertake all other radiographic duties within the department with supervisory responsibilities as appropriate.
• To be responsible for the care and comfort of the patient whilst in the department and throughout their examination.
• To liaise with and maintain close working relationships with other disciplines within the Trust and the Directorate.
• To ensure a high quality, patient focussed and professional service is delivered at all times, ensuring the care and comfort of the patient whilst in the department.
• To participate in the radiology shift system, this includes rotation through CT, general x-ray, fluoroscopy, theatre, ED, mobile work and other flexible working commitments (and in the future MR), and rotad shifts to cover weekend, bank holidays and nights.
• To undertake any tasks for which a radiographer has been trained although normally performed by support staff, which include practitioner, radiology assistant or clerical duties.
• To undertake radiographic examinations following departmental standards and procedures.
• To ensure all work areas are kept clean and tidy at all times.
• To maintain professionally high standards in appearance, hygiene, manner, punctuality, attendance and competence in accordance with HCPC and…