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Job information Senior Rotational Radiographer from the Company King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, this latest Senior Rotational Radiographer job vacancy is located in the city London BR ND located in the country United Kingdom . This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate GCSE . Job Vacancies in this Cultural field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Radiology team at the Princess Royal University Hospital. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic HCPC registered Radiographer to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting time to join the PRUH with two new CT scanners and a new MRI scanner recently installed. Applications are welcomed from radiographers with demonstrable post-graduate experience in X-ray, theatre imaging and fluoroscopy. Previous experience in CT, MRI, Interventional Radiology or Cardiac Catheter Labs would be an advantage though there are opportunities to train in all of these modalities. The Radiology department at Princess Royal University Hospital provides imaging services across a wide range of specialties including trauma, neuro, urology, cardiology and cancer care. There is a diverse and interesting workload and successful candidates will have many opportunities to develop their clinical experience. The department recently performed the UK's first Thyroid ablation using the hospital's new IR suite. As a Senior Radiographer you would be expected able to assess and treat own workload of patients/clients and to ensure provision of the highest standards of patient care. Including the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode. You will be responsible for providing a 24/7 quality X-ray, mobile, fluoroscopy and theatre imaging service for the department. You will provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs. You will be able to be the lead in the department, consulting senior staff as and when necessary, and will be accountable for your own professional actions. You will work as part of the wider multidisciplinary team. The department hosts undergraduate radiographers on clinical placement and you will be expected to be actively involved in the training and supervision of apprentice radiographers and students, whilst supporting the wider team. All candidates must be enthusiastic about teaching and supporting learners in the clinical environment. King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD: Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible Service Delivery Act under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination. Act as patient and staff advocate minimising their exposure to radiation. Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs. Perform out of hours duties as part of the departmental shift system, without supervision and acting as team leader where necessary. Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies or increased demand from A&E, particularly during out of hours duties. Assess and treat own workload of patients/clients, also communicates work priorities, organising workload and encouraging collaboration in the respective work area. Responsible for the safe use and maintenance of imaging equipment, reporting faults to senior staff or directly to the manufacturer. Participate in the departmental rota, being flexible in responding to service needs. Be responsive to change management issues and understand the implications for the Radiology service. Ensure all adverse incidents are reported in line with trust policies Participate in clinical audit to improve quality of service and support the continual development of services in line with best, evidence based practice. Participate in multiple site rotation as and when necessary Communication Receive and welcome patients and staff to the relevant Radiology reception areas and deal with any enquiries in a kind and courteous manner. Communicates with the referrer any changes to referrals after assessing the clinical justification for an x-ray examination against IR(ME)R and local protocols. Deal sensitively with patients or carers under emotional stress, including the terminally ill and bereaved. Be able to manage conflict. Communicate information relating to conditions and procedures to staff, patients and carers and ensure informed consent for examinations. Communicates effectively on a daily basis with patients with communication difficulties and cognitive impairment. Anticipate and interpret patients' needs, defining the level of patient care required on an individual basis. Communicate effectively with staff within and outside of the department to ensure the smooth operation of the service. Including liaison with ward staff and GPs. Give factual information to patients, including children, regarding examinations and understand the necessary preparations. Lead other radiographers and health care professionals in a defined work area, to assist them with diagnostic examinations and other procedures. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of patients, staff and visitors within the department. Ensure patients receive timely and accurate information about their examination, and ensure urgent findings are communicated in the appropriate way to referrers (e.g. red-dot system). Keywords : London jobs
Closed Date : 2025-08-16