Job summary
An exciting opportunity to join our Interventional and Fluoroscopy team

We are excited to offer an opportunity for an appropriately skilled and enthusiastic radiographer to join our dynamic Interventional Radiology and Fluoroscopy team.

Our department is a busy and forward-thinking service, comprising two Interventional Radiology (IR) suites, a dedicated Fluoroscopy room, a five-bedded recovery unit and an interventional ultrasound room. We are particularly excited to have commenced the process of replacing one of our IR suites, investing in our facilities and ensuring we can continue to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care well into the future.

You will become part of a supportive and highly skilled multidisciplinary IR team, working alongside seven Consultant Interventional Radiologists, Radiology trainees, radiographers, nurses and administrative colleagues. Our service operates Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, alongside a 24/7 on-call service. Once the required competencies have been achieved, you will have the opportunity to participate in the on-call rota, further developing your skills and experience across the full range of interventional procedures.

If you are enthusiastic about specialist imaging, enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team and are ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you

Main duties of the job
To perform and report barium swallow studies
To perform other fluoroscopic examinations in line with competencies and qualifications
To be a member of the Interventional Radiology team and undertake on-call duties

Our Fluoroscopy service operates Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm and is supported by an experienced team of radiographers, radiologists and RDAs. This provides an excellent opportunity to develop your knowledge and expertise across a varied and interesting range of fluoroscopic examinations.

About us
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Job responsibilities

• The post holder will have responsibility for operational management and patient pathways within the fluoroscopy area of the RBFT Radiology Department, they will also rotate through Interventional Radiology.

The post holder will undertake clinical examinations (and subsequent reporting) relevant to their scope of practice. They will function as an independent practitioner within Fluoroscopy.

• The post holder will assist in the strategic development of the service, in conjunction with the IR Lead Radiographer, RCSM, DRCSM and Clinical Lead. They will ensure that all developments align with the overall objectives of the Radiology Department and with the wider Trust strategy.
• The post holder will act as a State Registered Radiographer and will participate in the provision of imaging services to a diversity of patient presentations.
• They will be a role model for the profession and will have delegated responsibility for staff induction, training and development.
• The post holder will exercise autonomy within professional and managerial boundaries.
• The post holder will actively participate in audit programs and will have delegated responsibility for staff training and development in fluoroscopy
• Participate in the Interventional on-call rota once trained and competent in Interventional Radiology

Person Specification
Education
Essential

• Evidence of recent and extensive post-registration experience at Band 5
• Proven clinical experience in at least two of the following: Fluoroscopic, CT imaging, vascular & non-vascular interventional imaging

Desirable

• Interventional Radiology on-call experience
• Experience of staff supervision and/or training

Experience
Essential

• Writing, updating and working in line with PGD or PSD
• Evidence of recent and extensive post-registration experience in fluoroscopy/interventional/angio

Desirable

• Ability to work across disciplines and with a wide range of professional groups
• Willingness to participate in the departmental shift and on call system, including weekend and evening working

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading, RG1 5AN, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Deputy Radiology Clinical Services Manager, Kirsty Belcher, kirsty.belcher@royalberkshire.nhs.uk, 01183227195

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.