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Job summary

Main area
Radiography
Grade
Band 6
Contract
Bank
Hours
  • Flexible working
  • Other
0 hours per week (As and when required)
Job ref
159-LWH-61-26
Employer
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Liverpool Womens Hospital
Town
Liverpool
Salary
£38,682 - £46,580 per annum, pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
25/03/2026 23:59

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Bank Radiographer

Band 6

Liverpool Women’s NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

At Liverpool Women’s Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.

We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

Liverpool Women’s has an excellent reputation and is a centre of excellence. It is an exciting environment to work in and a great place to develop your career for many years to come.

We invite you to review why Liverpool Women's Hospital is a great place to work:  https://vimeo.com/556197652 

We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role.

Job overview

Applications are invited from hardworking and flexible individuals who can contribute to a 24 hour 7 day x-ray service.

Applicants must hold a BSc or DCR in diagnostic radiography and be registered with the HCPC.

A minimum of 2 years’ postgraduate experience and neonatal imaging experience is desirable.

Successful applicants will be working on call independently , undertaking plain film imaging of neonates and adults. 

On call working hours are evenings and weekends with some additional help working in the department during the week if we are short staffed.

You must hold a UK drivers licence.

Main duties of the job

The bank Radiographer will be involved in the participation in the provision of an on-call radiographic service within the hospital.

Radiographic duties will encompass Neonatal, Obstetric, Gynaecological and general x-ray examinations.

Working for our organisation

Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.

The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it’s services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.

Check out why Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:

Video: https://vimeo.com/556197652

Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

On call Radiographers must attend to a call within 1 hour of the initial phone call, therefore good time management is essential.

They must be able to work independently, without supervision within the Imaging Department and extra-departmentally, complying with the local rules as a requirement  of the Ionising Radiations Regulations (IRR17).

They must be able to address the patient's health and wellbeing. This includes modification of techniques involving the manipulation of patient's and equipment, to obtain diagnostic images, in keeping with the as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) principle as part of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations IR (ME)R 2018.

Comply with Trust Health & Safely policies, including attendance at specified mandatory training sessions.

To comply with departmental and organisational policies and procedures, including reporting of all accidents and incidents.

All employees of the Trust are required to carry out their duties with due regard to the fair access policy and respect the cultural beliefs and customs held by clients and staff. 

Person specification

QUALIFICATIONS & LEARNING

Essential criteria
  • DCR or Degree in Radiography
  • HCPC Registration

Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes

Essential criteria
  • Current skills in respect of radiographic procedures
  • IT skills. Word processing, E.Mail and spread sheets
  • An awareness of general issues facing NHS
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including good command of English language
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other health care professionals
  • Ability to work effectively alone and as part of a team.
  • Ability to work extended/flexible hours by arrangement
  • Ability to work statutory on-call
  • Committed to personal development
  • Good time management

Employer certification / accreditation badges

NHS Pastoral Care Quality AwardVeteran AwareApprenticeships logoInvestors in People: GoldCare quality commission - GoodMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerArmed Forces Covenant Bronze Award

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

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.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Liz Read
Job title
Lead Radiographer
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0151 7089988
Additional information

Mrs Elizabeth Read

ext 1067

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
L9 7AL
Telephone
0151 706 4666
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