band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer in Kingston upon Thames

The Royal Marsden Hospital is one of Europe’s largest Oncology centres and was the world’s first hospital dedicated to cancer research, diagnosis, treatment and education, with sites in Chelsea and Sutton. The Diagnostic Imaging service provides an essential service to the Trust and includes CT with dual energy, MRI, Mammography interventional procedures, Ultrasound as well as general X-Ray, fluoroscopy and theatres. We have been awarded Quality Mark aligned to QSI standards. Our partnership with The Institute of Cancer Research and other key organisations means we offer access to the newest clinical trials and clinical trials of novel anti-cancer agents. All imaging modalities are fundamental to this process and forefront techniques and protocols are constantly being evolved within Radiology.

We are currently inviting applications for a band 5 diagnostic radiographer in Chelsea. The successful candidate will rotate through the general X-ray and CT departments and should be an innovative, highly motivated radiographer with good communication skills. They should also be keen to contribute positively to the expanding imaging service. The ideal candidates must demonstrate a commitment to professional development and show a keen interest in the future of their profession and the Diagnostic Imaging services. They will be expected to support both the service and its staff in continuing to maintain and develop the highest standards of imaging.

Main duties of the job:

• The post holder will be expected to be flexible in their approach as the department will operate between 7.30am to 8pm Monday to Friday and Saturday 8am -6pm.
• The post holder will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of an efficient and effective Diagnostic Imaging Service.
• They will liaise with the clinicians in charge of a patient, with ward and other departmental staff within the multi-disciplinary team.
• The post holder will be required to rotate between X-ray and other modalities under supervision until core competencies are completed.
• While working within an oncological environment, the post holder will be required to interact directly with terminally ill patients as well as being exposed at times to distressing and emotional situations.

Working for our organisation:

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That’s why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees' work-life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our ongoing achievements.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities:

• To assess the clinical justifications of radiography referrals in line with Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) and Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR(ME)R 2018) guidelines while adhering to local radiation protection guidelines.
• Whilst under supervision, to act with assigned authority as practitioner and operator for radiology referrals.
• To comply with accurate patient identification procedures.
• To liaise with referral sources where clarification is required of the most clinically appropriate imaging.
• To act as a patient advocate in radiation protection and safeguarding issues.
• To assess specific communication needs of individual patients and provide appropriate and effective communication whilst remaining empathic with patients and their escorts prior to, during and after an examination.

Person specification:

• BSc Radiography (or equivalent).
• HCPC or State Registration.
• Ability to use Windows, word processing software and hospital IT systems.
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the service.
• Evidence of experience and practical abilities post-graduation.
• Experience in Oncology imaging examinations.
• Range of experience in and out of hours as appropriate post-graduation.

Personal Qualities:

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Effective communication with good interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise with multidisciplinary team members.
• Evidence of proactive approach to patient care.
• Evidence of working within a team and ability to demonstrate self-motivation.
• Willingness to undertake further training and role extension training if required.
• Commitment to work flexible hours as and when required over 7 days.
• Able to work in an environment which is demanding physically, intellectually and emotionally.
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) demonstrating initiative and enthusiasm.

The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.

Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails.

Flu Vaccination – What We Expect of our Staff:

At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease. The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the utmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.