Radiographer Advanced inSouthampton inSouthampton PUBLISHED TUE 29 OCT 2024

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.

You have an opportunity to join this well established, friendly, hardworking team of over 60 Radiographers working within the Cross Sectional Imaging Department at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). Due to department expansion and establishment of the 24/7 mechanical thrombectomy service we are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Radiographer with experience in neuroangiography to join our team.

UHS is one of the largest acute teaching trusts in England. It has a major trauma centre for adults and children, provides many specialist services such as neurosciences, cardiac and children's intensive care and is rated 'Good' by the CQC. It is also a major centre for teaching and research.

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

About us

The successful post holder will be a key member of the cross sectional imaging team, with a high level of competence in Neuro Interventional Angiography and fluoroscopy. We have a well-developed and supportive induction process. You must be able to demonstrate good communication skills, professionalism and a flexible approach to working to support the Neuroangiography Superintendent and other CSI Imaging Leads in delivering an efficient and effective service. As a major trauma centre, with a large inpatient population, we provide a 24/7 service and require flexibility to cover all shifts.

You will be based at the Southampton General Hospital site with 2 Siemens imaging suites in the department and access to the hybrid operating room for Neurosurgical intervention. Siemens Artis Zee Bi-plane Neuro-Interventional Angiography suite Siemens Artis Zee Single plane Neuro-Interventional Angiography suite Siemens Artis Pheno Hybrid lab

The Trust has a managed equipment service with the following equipment installed across UHS sites and participation in another modality would be considered: - 2 Siemens Sola 1.5T MRI scanners 1 Siemens Aera 1.5T MRI scanner 1 Siemens Skyra 3T MRI scanner 1 Siemens Vida 3T MRI Scanner 4 Siemens Definition Edge Plus dual energy CT scanners 1 Siemens Drive Dual Source CT scanner 1 Siemens GoTop CT lung screening relocatable unit GE Revolution GSI CT

Our supportive team of Superintendent Radiographers and Radiologists lead our imaging services with an open and inclusive approach to our work. Our radiography team are actively encouraged to personally develop along their career path with strong future opportunities available in this continually developing organisation. We value people who want to make a difference to patients and their workplace, and we offer supportive and positive leadership.

We are continually developing our specialist imaging services within our three modalities and post graduate training and skills development is actively encouraged.

UHS offers fantastic training and development giving you the best possible opportunities to achieve the career you want. Development of our staff is central to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. We can offer opportunities to develop both clinically and professionally within a supportive environment, and our staff survey results reflect our commitment to facilitate your career progression.

The person specification document provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document provided.

If a high number of applications are received the closing date may be earlier than stated.