Midland Metropolitan University Hospital is our new hospital, currently under construction in Smethwick, which stands proudly between Sandwell and West Birmingham (SWB).

Once open in October 2024, it will be a significant acute hospital within Birmingham and the Black Country. Bringing together specialties from all areas of SWB, it will provide a hub for emergency care, acute medical wards, maternity, general and specialist surgery.

If you would like to join a culture of like-minded people, check out our latest Band 6 Radiographer vacancy.As a member of the team there will be the opportunity to excel in a wide range of disciplines including General Radiography, Accident and Emergency work, Theatre work, Mobiles and Fluoroscopy. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to train in specialised areas according to the service need and once trained, will be expected to participate in the out of hours rota.

We currently provide Imaging services across a 7 days at City Hospital in Birmingham, Sandwell General Hospital in West Bromwich, Rowley Regis Community Hospital and Winston Green Prison. We also provide an Imaging service at Neptune Park Health Centre. All staff will based at our new flagship site, the Midland Metropolitan Hospital from October 2024 with cross site working expected as required.

Main duties of the job

To regularly undertake a wide range of radiographic examinations including plain film, and fluoroscopy, to a standard acceptable to the Division.

Will be trained in more specialised areas, for example CT and Cardiology according to the service need and once trained, will be expected to participate in the out of hours and cross site rotas.

To work within, and adhere to, Standards and Operational Policies relating to provision of a Quality Imaging service. To ensure that these Standards and Operational Policies are adhered to by more junior staff.

To ensure that a high standard of cleanliness of the environment and equipment is maintained and that it is safe to use.

To be aware of the need to seek assistance when/where necessary.

To encourage the development of, and provide expert assistance to, more junior radiographers.

To actively assist in the clinical education of student radiographers and any other nominated staff, including practical demonstrations, tutorials and assessments.

About us

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWBT) is an integrated care organ isation with a budget of approximately �600 million and over 7,000 staff. Diversity and social care is at the core of what we do as the Trust provides Community and Acute Services to over half a million people in an urban centre that demands massive regeneration and has substantial premature mortality.

Our new acute hospital, the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), opens in 2024 and will provide care to our local population from first class, purpose-built premises. As a result, the base of this role may change to MMUH from 2024 (or beyond). If this is applicable to your role, you will be informed during the recruitment process and continuing your application with this understanding. The development of the new hospital will play an important role in the regeneration of the wider area and in improving the lives of local people and reducing health inequalities.

We have three newly emerging strategic objectives:

Our People - to cultivate and sustain happy, productive and engaged staff

Our Patients - to be good or outstanding in everything we do

Our Population - to work seamlessly with our partners to improve lives

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details on what this role entails.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• All round experience of plain film, fluoroscopy and mobile radiography
• Evidence of current or anticipated Continuing Professional Development to Health Professions Council (HPC) standard
• Proven experience at a Radiographer Level
• Trained or a desire to Train in specialised modality

Desirable

• Able to undertake audit

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc(Hons) Radiography or pending
• Current HPC Registration or pending

Knowledge

Essential

• Must have expertise within Radiography that is underpinned by theoretical study
• Must have developed a knowledge of a range of procedures including plain film, fluoroscopy and mobile radiography
• Must be able to undertake Quality Assurance checks of equipment on a daily, weekly and monthly basis as appropriate
• Must be able to adapt routine techniques when necessary, in line with previous experience, in order to produce diagnostic images
• Must have a working knowledge of IR(ME)R Regulations, Health & Safety and Confidentiality of Information
• Must have a working knowledge of electronic Patient Management and Radiology Information systems

Communication

Essential

• Must communicate complex information such as when discussing allergies and past Medical history, prior to undertaking x-ray examinations
• Expected to discuss sensitive information i.e. pregnancy related issues, with patients
• Expected to undertake x-ray examinations on patients with learning difficulties
• Must possess good verbal skill and be able to communicate by face-to-face contact, telephone and e-mail

Employer details

Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

SWB NHS Trust

Dudley Road

Birmingham/City

B18 7QH

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