Job Description

Advance Your Radiography Career at UH Sussex!

We're offering an outstanding opportunity for a passionate, self-driven CT Superintendent Radiographer (Band 7) to join our innovative imaging team at Worthing and Southlands Hospitals--part of the dynamic University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.



At Worthing, you'll work with cutting-edge Canon Aquilion Prime and Aquilion ONE CT scanners, delivering a wide range of services from trauma and stroke to cardiac and interventional imaging. Southlands boasts a state-of-the-art Community Diagnostic Centre, opened last year, enhancing care with a new Canon Aquilion ONE Prism CT for GP and outpatient referrals.



You'll be joining a friendly, nurturing team committed to professional development. We offer on-the-job training in Cardiac CT, CT Colonography, PGD drug administration, and you'll play a key role in consolidating our Radiographer-led CT Colonography service. We are also introducing a Radiographer led cardiac CT service in the near future.



If you have significant post-grad experience in CT, with an NHS background, we'd love to hear from you. Cardiac and CTC experience welcome but not essential--we'll support you to grow.



Join us and shape the future of CT at UH Sussex.



The CT Superintendent Radiographer is a key member of the Radiology Team, reporting directly to the CT Lead Radiographer.



The post holder is pivotal to delivery of CT services across the Trust.



Ensure the department and staff work within the patient first framework



Primarily a clinical post which involves the supervision and management of operational activities within the CT Department with responsibility for patients and staff within the area.



Planning and prioritising their own and departments workload to maintain diagnostic targets



Ensure the highest quality of patient care and imaging quality is maintained



Undertake day to day management and associated duties that ensure the efficient running of the CT scanning service



At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.



We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.



As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.



We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate Information Pack:

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/



This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria



Clinical



To perform imaging examinations and care for patients during these examinations, respecting their rights of privacy and confidentially, thereby providing a high quality service to both patients and clinicians.

To maintain a clean and work tidy environment and to identify faults with equipment or hazards (real or potential) and instigate actions to resolve these issues informing appropriate bodies where necessary.

Undertake IV cannulation and contrast media administration.



Ensure the Trust clinical risk and incident reporting policies are adhered to within the CT scanner



Attend appropriate MDT and other clinical meetings.



To maintain a flexible approach to working hours such as extended days and weekend working



Communication



Attend all relevant meetings to represent the speciality both internally and externally

To establish and maintain effective communication with all the radiographers, support staff and A&C staff associated with CT scanning.



To have an understanding of the concerns and anxieties of patients attending for scanning and follow up assessment and provide appropriate levels of reassurance. To attend staff meetings to receive information and feedback To deal with verbal complaints at a local level, and refer unresolved or written complaints to the Medical Imaging Manager

To communicate in a concise and appropriate manner, highly complex information regarding examinations to clinicians and multidisciplinary teams, regarding diagnosis and/or treatment of patients.



To promote good working relationships both between all staff within the Radiology Department and across multi-disciplinary teams.



Service Delivery and Improvement



Ensure the most efficient use of resources whilst ensuring service delivery. To delegate where appropriate, responsibilities both professional and organisational to others in your charge. To act as the Radiation Protection supervisor for the CT suite and to maintain high standards of radiation protection being aware of local rules and systems of work in each relevant area Achieve and maintain the appropriate waiting time targets for diagnostic tests pertaining to the speciality in association with the Clinical Lead and Medical Imaging Manager Offer clinical advice on imaging referrals and results to other radiographic staff and referring clinicians. To independently assess and justify examinations under the IR(ME)R 2000 regulations using

department protocols when necessary.



To evaluate the clinical quality of the images produced within the area of expertise, to advise other Radiographic staff and to offer clinical advice to referring clinicians as indicated by departmental policies. To bring to the attention of Radiography Manger any area of concerns regarding correct working of imaging equipment To participate in the proper maintenance and cleanliness of all equipment as directed. Responsible for implementation and recording of a QA programme, maintain good practices. Evaluate and prepare reports on new equipment within your field of expertise Ensure the implementation of examination protocols, regularly updating in liaison with the lead CT Consultant Radiologist. Maintain a close working relationship with Portsmouth University, Centre of Radiographic Education and other outside professional bodies. Fully participate as a key member of the management team within medical imaging.

People Management and Development



To ensure all Radiographers work to a continual high standard and understand all processes involved within CT, to improve efficiency and prevent clinical errors Take responsibility for the day to day management of the CT scanner, including the radiographic and other support staff within CT scanning Ensure effective staff communication and involvement so staff have the opportunity to be involved in and influence the planning and development of the service. To take a lead role in training staff within CT To participate in student radiographer training, taking part in the clinical instruction and assessment of students or trainees. Provide clear, visible, responsive and professional leadership to all clinical and non-clinical staff in the service that maximises their effort and potential. To assist in the development of a planned programme of continued professional development for all radiographic staff undertaking appraisal and setting Personal Development Plans and KSFs as required. Demonstrate established negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations, including the resolution of complaints which may involve diffusion of hostility and aggression. Actively promote a culture of openness, transparency and candour ensuring that any concern raised is treated seriously and dealt with promptly. Develop robust workforce and training plans that support the services clinical strategy and annual plan in collaboration with the heads of department Promote and implement robust human resource (HR) practices, as well as adherence to all Trust policies eg IG, IC, etc. Ensure there are robust systems in place for receiving and acting on patient experience feedback. Participate in the recruitment and retention process of staff as appropriate, effectively inducting new staff in accordance with the Trust's policy.

Patient Care Delivery



Maintain high standards of radiation protection being aware of local rules and systems of work in each relevant area To have an understanding of the concerns and anxieties of patients attending for scanning and follow up assessment, and provide appropriate levels of reassurance Facilitate improved patient safety and experience by actively contributing to processes in collaboration with the radiographers and other support staff Conducting patient mapping processes in designated areas and streamlining and improving patient flows through the system in specific areas agreed with the CT Lead Radiographer

Learning and Development



Demonstrate accountability for own practice and take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve own knowledge and professional competence. Attend mandatory training updates as required. Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process. Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales. Identify own learning needs and jointly plan training requirements with your line manager Participate in the Trust's appraisal process to discuss how your role will help deliver the best possible care to our patients and help to deliver any changes in service.

This job description is an outline of the role and responsibilities. From time to time due to the needs of the service, we may ask you to flexibly undertake other duties that are consistent with your role and banding, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover.



The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the department and the organisation.