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CT Radiographer • Sheffield
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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First, we'll enable your camera & microphone and then ask you to record a short introduction about yourself, about 30 seconds long, to make sure your camera is working ok.

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1. Can you describe your experience with different types of CT examinations? Which types do you feel most proficient in? Can you describe your experience with different types of CT examinations? Which types do you feel most proficient in?

2. What motivated you to pursue a career in Diagnostic Radiography, and how has your education (DCR/BSc) prepared you for this role? What motivated you to pursue a career in Diagnostic Radiography, and how has your education (DCR/BSc) prepared you for this role?

3. Can you provide details about your previous experience working with CT scanners, particularly the Canon models mentioned in our job description? Can you provide details about your previous experience working with CT scanners, particularly the Canon models mentioned in our job description?

4. How do you stay updated on the latest advancements and technologies in radiography and CT scanning? How do you stay updated on the latest advancements and technologies in radiography and CT scanning?

5. What protocols do you follow to ensure patient safety and comfort during CT examinations? What protocols do you follow to ensure patient safety and comfort during CT examinations?

6. Can you explain the process you use for preparing a patient for a CT scan, particularly in complex cases such as trauma or cardiac imaging? Can you explain the process you use for preparing a patient for a CT scan, particularly in complex cases such as trauma or cardiac imaging?

7. Describe your approach to troubleshooting equipment issues. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to resolve a problem with CT equipment? Describe your approach to troubleshooting equipment issues. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to resolve a problem with CT equipment?

8. How do you ensure high standards of image quality in your scans, and what steps do you take if the quality is not as expected? How do you ensure high standards of image quality in your scans, and what steps do you take if the quality is not as expected?

9. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, how do you ensure effective communication with colleagues, medical staff, and patients? As part of a multi-disciplinary team, how do you ensure effective communication with colleagues, medical staff, and patients?

10. Can you give an example of a situation where you had to work closely with other healthcare professionals to deliver patient care? How did you manage that collaboration? Can you give an example of a situation where you had to work closely with other healthcare professionals to deliver patient care? How did you manage that collaboration?

11. How do you approach mentoring or supporting junior radiographers, and can you provide an example of a time when you helped someone develop their skills? How do you approach mentoring or supporting junior radiographers, and can you provide an example of a time when you helped someone develop their skills?

12. Describe your experience with on-call duties or out-of-hours shifts. How do you manage work-life balance in such demanding roles? Describe your experience with on-call duties or out-of-hours shifts. How do you manage work-life balance in such demanding roles?

13. How do you prioritise your tasks when faced with multiple urgent cases in a busy radiography department? How do you prioritise your tasks when faced with multiple urgent cases in a busy radiography department?

14. What strategies do you use to stay motivated and maintain high-quality patient care during particularly busy or stressful periods? What strategies do you use to stay motivated and maintain high-quality patient care during particularly busy or stressful periods?

15. What are your long-term career goals as a Diagnostic Radiographer, and how do you see this position contributing to those objectives? What are your long-term career goals as a Diagnostic Radiographer, and how do you see this position contributing to those objectives?

16. Are you currently involved in any clinical trials or research? If so, what role did you play, and what did you learn from the experience? Are you currently involved in any clinical trials or research? If so, what role did you play, and what did you learn from the experience?

17. Based on your understanding of our trust and department, what do you believe are the biggest challenges facing CT radiographers today? Based on your understanding of our trust and department, what do you believe are the biggest challenges facing CT radiographers today?

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Role: CT Radiographer in Sheffield

Interviewed on Wednesday 23 April 2025 at 17:57.

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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nCT Radiographer with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Sheffield\n\n We are looking for highly motivated Diagnostic Radiographers to join our existing CT team. We are fortunate enough to utilise 4 Canon CT scanners and 1 photon Counting Ct scanner that is to be installed in May 2025 These are across 2 sites. The range of CT examinations performed is extremely varied and includes trauma imaging, neuro, Cardiac, vascular and abdominal imaging including colonography. We also have a commitment towards supporting and developing clinical trials. Applicants will have a DCR or BSc in Diagnostic Radiography and also have HPC registration. Applicants should have good communication skills, the ability to multi-task and work as part of our existing team. The contract on offer is based in CT, rotational across all 3 sites within STH. Participation in the CT out of hours shifts and on call from home rota is also expected. To provide a high quality, responsive diagnostic radiographic service as part of a multi-disciplinary team, whilst maintaining a high standard of patient care. To ensure that safe practice is carried out in accordance with departmental protocols. Practically to carry out CT examinations accurately, safely and efficiently. To have a basic level of skill & knowledge, in relevant aspects of Radiography encountered in CT scanning acting as a role model for more junior radiographers and develop their skills. To maintain positive professional links with other medical and non-medical staff and promote good service and standards within CT. To deputise for the Superintendent in the absence of the Deputy Superintendent and liaise with the same to ensure there is continuity and communication within the speciality at all times. To take daily responsibility for, and direct, the organisation and workflow. About us Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. "}