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Job Summary
The post holder will be an experienced Radiographer, wishing to specialise in Neuroradiology and assist in delivering an imaging service in a highly specialised clinical environment, at any time in a 24 hour period.
Job Summary
The post holder will be an experienced Radiographer, wishing to specialise in Neuroradiology and assist in delivering an imaging service in a highly specialised clinical environment, at any time in a 24 hour period.
The post holder will undertake a variety of complex examinations of the head and spinal column such as Angiography, MR and CT scanning and also provide body CT and secondary trauma imaging ensuring provision of the highest standards of patient care.
To be able to work autonomously, without direct supervision and be accountable for their own professional actions. They will assess and prioritise their caseload, giving advice and guidance to patients and other health care professionals
This person will work closely within a multidisciplinary team, deputising for the Superintendent Radiographers in their absence.
The post holder will assist in the timely, efficient and cost effective management and operation of their specialist imaging department.
To set and maintain by example, high professional standards and support other members of staff to achieve those standards.
To ensure the safety of patients and staff at all times, especially in the area of Radiation Protection.
To recognise their responsibility to deliver services in a high quality, courteous, patient-focussed manner, maintaining patient confidentiality at all times
Main duties of the job
See Job Description.
Assess an imaging request form, and justify it under the IR(ME)R 2000 regulations, locally agreed protocols and to act as a practitioner/operator under these regulations as appropriate.
Act as patient and staff advocate, minimising their exposure to radiation.
Undertake appropriate radiographic examinations, under the direction of or in conjunction with all staff working in the Neuroradiology department, ensuring a high standard of patient care and participate in the monitoring of standards
Co-ordinate clinical workload in line with clinical priorities, to react swiftly and appropriately to changing circumstances relating to patient condition, staffing or workload, in conjunction with other healthcare professionals
Ensure that emergency cover is maintained for the department by participating in the Neuro/MRI on-call or late duty rotation as appropriate. To carry and respond to an emergency bleep or call.
To operate, both accurately and safely, complex radiographic equipment with the relevant degree of manual dexterity and hand/eye co-ordination
Physically be able to wear radiation protection garments for periods of up to 4 hours
Ensure that any abnormalities seen are brought to the attention of the medical staff of the department and referring Clinician and that the patient is managed in an appropriate and supportive manner
To be responsible, in the absence of a Superintendent Radiographer, for the daily management of a specific area of the department.
About Us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Details
Date posted
11 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
200-NN-712834-AHP-Z-MK
Job locations
St Georges HospitaL
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
Job Description
Job responsibilities
See Job Description
Must be able to work autonomously, in a high pressured environment, to a high standard while being an advocate from the patient.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
See Job Description
Must be able to work autonomously, in a high pressured environment, to a high standard while being an advocate from the patient.
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications and Training
Diploma of College of Radiographers or BSc in Radiography
State Registration
Portfolio of CPD
To have undertaken post graduate education in specific fields, obtaining a Masters degree or equivalent or have in depth clinical experience
Desirable
IV injection certification
Experience
Essential
oTo be qualified for at least 5 years
oTo have recent relevant experience
oTo have extensive work experience in a specialist area ie.CT,
oTo have experience of supervision, preferably of staff in a discreet area or modality
Desirable
oExperience of working in Neuroradiology
oEvidence of multi-modality experience
oActive experience of QA and audit programmes
oUse of PACS and /or CR/DR systems
Skills
Essential
oGood communication skills
oShould be skilled operator of QWERTY keyboard and mouse driven technology
oCan demonstrate leadership skills
oAble to organise and prioritise workload
oAble to think logically, independently and solve problems
oBe able to self motivate and work on own initiative
Desirable
oConfident in working autonomously
Knowledge
Essential
oDemonstrate awareness of responsibility to and advocacy for patients
oGood understanding of the legislation relating to Health & Safety and Radiation Protection
oAn understanding of and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team but also confident to work autonomously without direct supervision
Other
Essential
oPhysical ability to carry out single-handed imaging duties including manoeuvring patients and equipment on a regular basis
oPhysical ability to wear a lead apron for several hours
oFrequent requirement to exert moderate physical effort
oFrequent requirement for concentration whilst dealing with interruptions
oTo be capable of VDU operation for considerable periods of time
oGood timekeeping
oBe flexible in attitude
oAble to undertake on-call, shifts and weekend duty commitments
Person Specification
Essential
oPhysical ability to carry out single-handed imaging duties including manoeuvring patients and equipment on a regular basis
oPhysical ability to wear a lead apron for several hours
oFrequent requirement to exert moderate physical effort
oFrequent requirement for concentration whilst dealing with interruptions
oTo be capable of VDU operation for considerable periods of time
oGood timekeeping
oBe flexible in attitude
oAble to undertake on-call, shifts and weekend duty commitments
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).
Additional information
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
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Georges HospitaL
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
Employer's website
https://www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Georges HospitaL
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
Employer's website
https://www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Part-time
Job function Job function Health Care Provider
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