Clinical Specialist Radiographer - CT & General

Clinical Specialist Radiographer – CT & General
London, The Wellington Hospital
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Shift times: Shifts between 08:00 and 20:00. Overnight & weekend on-call also required. 4 & 5-Day working patterns
Permanent
Salary: Up to £54,500 dependent upon on experience

We’re looking for a Specialist Radiographer to join our CT and Plain Film team at The Wellington Hospital, currently rated “Good” by the CQC.

The Wellington Hospital is the UK's largest independent hospital with over 260 beds and 1000 employees. We have an international reputation for excellence in complex healthcare and have gained four decades of expertise in treating patients from the UK and overseas.

We possess five state-of-the-art CT scanners (Canon, GE & Siemens) equipped with cutting-edge technology, enabling high-resolution scans while minimising radiation exposure. Our imaging services cover a wide range of medical needs. Additionally, we offer a new, advanced CT scanner designed specifically for critical clinical cases where time and accuracy are crucial.

Our top-of-the-line CT scanners are capable of delivering exceptional image quality with reduced scanning times and minimal radiation doses. With CT scans, we can aid in the diagnosis of inflammation, diseases, and cancer, as well as monitor various health conditions such as those affecting the brain, internal organs, soft tissues, joints, and bones. Our priority is ensuring patient safety, and our commitment to using low radiation doses guarantees the utmost safety during our scanning procedures.

We have a state-of-the-art Interventional Radiology Suite and a fully DR General/Fluoroscopy rooms.

We cover a wide range of complex surgical procedures to include use of navigational surgery using a specialised O-Arm.

As a Specialist Radiographer, you’ll provide a high level of customer-focussed to our patients and service users through high quality diagnostic radiography

Duties & responsibilities:

• Produce high quality images for both CT & General lists
• Regular rotation throughout CT, General, IR and Theatres
• Work closely with the Radiologists and Consultants in setting up policies and protocols for all imaging and patient pathways
• Identify improvements on an ongoing basis and oversee the implementation of such improvements as agreed with the line manager
• Assist the day to day running of the imaging service
• Assist with patient bookings and administrative duties where necessary, ensuring verified radiologist reports are delivered in a timely manner
• Assist with staff orientation and training

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.  

What you’ll bring:

• HCPC registration
• Extensive CT experience gained post-graduation, ideally in the UK
• High level of understanding with regards to clinical governance and protocols relating to CT and Plain Film scanning
• Theatre experience essential
• Experience in IR desirable
• Experience in Cardiac CT desirable
• Experience using GE, Siemens and/or Canon equipment desirable

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. 

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Specialist Radiographer at The Wellington Hospital, you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.